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.
Ancar
Corporate Round in 2019
Ancar is an online marketplace in Japan that enables direct buying and selling of used cars without intermediaries. The platform connects buyers and sellers, displays basic vehicle information and photos, and supports services such as maintenance inspections, transportation, and ownership transfers, as well as warranties to foster secure online transactions. By reducing reliance on intermediaries and commissions, Ancar aims to provide access to affordable second-hand cars while offering safety features and trusted information through partner services.
LS
Corporate Round in 2019
LS Co., Ltd. is a company that plans, operates and manages lifestyle hotels, cafes and bars by launching its own inbound brand using Japanese content .
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.
MILIZE
Corporate Round in 2018
MILIZE develops a cloud-based web platform integrating financial engineering with AI research, development, and operations. Its products include AI-driven forecasting tools for sales, investments, and life planning, along with risk management support.
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.
Paple'a
Corporate Round in 2018
Paple'a Co., Ltd, established in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing application service management, media management, and business model building advisory services. The company focuses on the bridal industry, operating a wedding information website tailored to grooms in their 40s.
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.
Synapse Japan
Corporate Round in 2018
Synapse Japan is a company based in Edogawa that specializes in developing artificial intelligence and Internet systems tailored for the tourism industry. It focuses on enhancing efficiency in business travel planning through its innovative platform, which provides a business travel management system. This system recommends transportation and accommodation options based on the user's trip schedule, facilitating a more convenient booking process for corporate clients. Additionally, Synapse collaborates with academic partners to further refine its AI technologies.
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.
Gz
Corporate Round in 2018
GZ is an entertainment company focused on the development and operation of games, including virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) systems. The company specializes in creating innovative virtual reality and social games for smartphones and PCs, aiming to enhance user experiences across various sectors. In addition to game development, GZ offers consultations on leveraging existing intellectual property for new gaming projects. Furthermore, the company provides overseas human resources services, supporting its diverse operational needs. Through its commitment to immersive technology, GZ seeks to redefine entertainment and training experiences in both gaming and beyond.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Conversion Technology Japan
Venture Round in 2017
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mag2 Co.
Acquisition in 2017
Mag2 Co., Ltd., based in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in the development and operation of a content distribution and internet media platform. The company originally started with a modest selection of 15 magazines and has since expanded its offerings to include over 20,000 titles, reaching a reader base of 10 million. Mag2 Co. aims to provide widely accessible services under its corporate philosophy of "to those who want to know." The company is committed to enhancing user experience by proposing more convenient and enjoyable services beyond traditional email magazines, thereby broadening the scope of its content distribution capabilities.
Piala
Venture Round in 2017
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2004, Piala provides comprehensive marketing services across Asia. The company offers a range of services including marketing strategy, event management, system and app development, design, big data analysis, and consultation to support its clients' diverse needs.
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.
Piala
Corporate Round in 2017
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2004, Piala provides comprehensive marketing services across Asia. The company offers a range of services including marketing strategy, event management, system and app development, design, big data analysis, and consultation to support its clients' diverse needs.
Punch Entertainment (Vietnam)
Acquisition in 2017
Punch Entertainment (Vietnam) is a subsidiary of EVOLABLE ASIA, one of the largest Japanese IT Companies operating in South-East Asia. Punch VN has the engineering, QA, Game Design, Live-operation and other technical capabilities needed to operate heavy-traffic mobile game titles with strong stability in both the US & Japan. Punch VN has been operating mobile games from Vietnam for several million users, accessing concurrently, with less incidents compared with other game providers in Japan. Punch VN is also known as a subsidiary of Punch Entertainment, which was in the US, and DeNA in Japan.
Robot Payment
Venture Round in 2017
Robot Payment is a Tokyo-based financial cloud company that provides online payment gateway services and cloud-based billing automation for online businesses and intercompany transactions. Its internet payment service supports payment collection through credit cards, account transfers, and convenience-store payments, while its cloud platform helps manage, integrate, and automate billing and collections. The company offers a range of payment products including Subscription Pay, Subscription Pay Professional, 1click Pay Later, and 1click Hayamaru, as well as billing tools such as Billing Management Robo and Billing Management Robo for Enterprise, and SaaS-focused solutions like Factoring Robo. The business operates primarily in the Payment and Financial Cloud segments, with most revenue derived from its payment offerings. Robot Payment was founded in 2000 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.