Canon Marketing Japan

Canon Marketing Japan is a distributor and seller of Canon-branded products, offering a diverse range of solutions and services. The company operates across several business segments, including business solutions, imaging systems, and industrial/medical applications. Its product offerings encompass multifunctional products for business use, commercial printing systems, laser printers, embedded software, and system integration. Additionally, Canon Marketing Japan provides digital cameras, interchangeable lenses, medical equipment, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment, catering to various market needs with innovative technology and comprehensive marketing services.

Tomoaki Terakubo

Director of the Solution Development Center

12 past transactions

MODE

Series B in 2025
Mode, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based platform for Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Tokyo, Japan, the company provides end-to-end semi-custom IoT and artificial intelligence solutions. Mode's platform enables devices to communicate with mobile clients and facilitates the tracking and management of both devices and users. Their innovative BizStack IoT and BizStack AI solutions collect real-time data from various sensors and devices, which is then sanitized and structured for analysis. This data is presented through customizable dashboards that offer valuable insights, allowing organizations to enhance their operations and turn ideas into sustainable solutions. Mode's technology can be deployed significantly faster and more cost-effectively compared to traditional development methods, making it an appealing choice for businesses seeking to leverage IoT and AI capabilities.

S-Mat

Series C in 2024
S-Mat is an innovative company that specializes in eco-friendly Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for grocery shopping and inventory management. The company has developed a shopping portal that streamlines the purchasing process by allowing users to compare prices across major e-commerce platforms. S-Mat's smart mat technology detects the weight of inventory items, automatically tracking remaining quantities and storing this data in a cloud server. When supplies run low, the system can reorder products automatically, alleviating the burden of managing daily necessities. This approach not only enhances convenience for consumers but also promotes cost-effective shipping and efficient inventory management.

Valpas

Seed Round in 2024
Valpas offers innovative bed bug prevention systems aimed at enhancing safety in the hospitality industry. Their technology combines a traditional pitfall trap with wireless capabilities, creating a bioengineered design that effectively attracts, traps, and detects bed bugs. This system is installed at the corners of each bed, allowing hotels to eliminate the reliance on harmful pesticides and reduce environmental impact. Valpas is gaining popularity among a growing number of highly-rated hotels worldwide, appealing to both leisure and corporate travelers. The presence of the Valpas label on hotel websites signals a commitment to guest safety and pest control, ensuring that guests can return home free from the risk of bed bug infestations.

Asilla

Series B in 2022
Asilla, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in artificial intelligence-driven image and video analysis. Founded in 2015, Asilla offers an array of services, including AI-based Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and a platform for image recognition known as Asilla Image Recognition (AIR). The company's technology enables users to transform images and videos into actionable information, which includes capturing text data and censoring inappropriate content. Additionally, Asilla provides vehicle recognition capabilities that identify the manufacturer and model of vehicles from images. The company's solutions are applicable across various sectors, enhancing safety and security through monitoring operations that detect human behavioral anomalies and facilitate crime prevention. With an additional office in Hanoi, Vietnam, Asilla aims to address diverse needs in security, mobility, and smart city initiatives.

Safie

Corporate Round in 2019
Safie is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in cloud-based video asset management software. It offers a platform for managing video content, primarily focusing on security and surveillance, as well as applications in corporate operations and marketing. Safie integrates cameras and IoT devices to enhance its services, providing users with a comprehensive solution for video recording and management. Additionally, Safie Ventures, the company's corporate venture capital arm, invests in various sectors, including retail and construction, technology, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.

Safie

Venture Round in 2017
Safie is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in cloud-based video asset management software. It offers a platform for managing video content, primarily focusing on security and surveillance, as well as applications in corporate operations and marketing. Safie integrates cameras and IoT devices to enhance its services, providing users with a comprehensive solution for video recording and management. Additionally, Safie Ventures, the company's corporate venture capital arm, invests in various sectors, including retail and construction, technology, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.

Z-Works

Series A in 2017
Z-Works Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in Internet of Things (IoT) solutions since its founding in 2015. The company offers a range of IoT devices, including motion sensors, fire alarms, smart locks, and smart meters, along with consulting services for proof of concept and tailored sensor packages. Z-Works has developed the "Z-Works Life Engine," a cloud-based IoT platform that collects and analyzes data from Z-Wave equipped devices. This platform allows users to remotely monitor and control these devices via smartphone, addressing the needs of professionals and family members caring for the elderly. By providing data-driven insights, Z-Works aims to enhance care services in facilities, assisted living communities, and home care environments.

OurPhoto

Corporate Round in 2017
OurPhoto is a service that matches clients and photographers. Professional and semi-professional shooting is surprisingly high quality and reasonable.

Prodrone

Series A in 2017
Prodrone is a manufacturer of drone systems designed for industrial and commercial applications, based in Nagoya, Japan. Founded in January 2015 by Kiyokazu Sugaki, Kazuo Ichihara, and Masakazu Kono, the company specializes in creating drones that can carry heavy loads over long distances under various weather conditions, including resistance to vibration, temperature, wind, rain, and dust. Prodrone's product lineup includes models such as the PD4-AW, PD6-AW, PD6B, and PD6B-AW. In addition to manufacturing, Prodrone provides consulting services to drone service providers and manufacturers, helping them develop their businesses. The company also maintains a website where customers can find information and compare prices for their products.

OurPhoto

Corporate Round in 2017
OurPhoto is a service that matches clients and photographers. Professional and semi-professional shooting is surprisingly high quality and reasonable.

APTJ

Venture Round in 2016
Automotive Platform Technology Japan (APTJ), founded on September 16, 2015, specializes in the development, sale, and licensing of automotive software and hardware products. The company focuses on creating onboard control systems for domestic vehicles, producing software that conforms to Automotive Open System Architecture (AUTOSAR) specifications. This ensures that vehicle manufacturers can utilize user-friendly products that enhance their development processes, facilitating the integration of advanced technology in modern vehicles.

AZE

Acquisition in 2014
AZE is a developer and manufacturer of medical equipment and technology focused on analyzing three-dimensional images. The company produces general-purpose diagnostic equipment that utilizes advanced cloud-based technology, allowing healthcare professionals to obtain tailored 3D image analyses according to specific patient needs. By combining innovative imaging solutions with modern technology, AZE aims to enhance diagnostic capabilities within the medical industry.
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