Alloyed specializes in the research, development, and application of advanced metallic alloys. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Begbroke, UK, the company focuses on creating optimized alloys and proprietary software for various industries including aerospace, automotive, defense, medical devices, energy, and consumer goods.
Provigate
Venture Round in 2024
Provigate is a company based in Japan that specializes in bio-transistor sensor technologies. It develops advanced diagnostic instruments capable of measuring blood sugar levels, utilizing perception-broadening sensors. These innovative technologies allow individuals, particularly those with diabetes, to monitor their glucose levels regularly, facilitating better management of their health and lifestyle habits. By providing accurate and dynamic measurements, Provigate aims to empower users to make informed decisions about their health.
Blue Skies Space
Venture Round in 2024
Blue Skies Space Ltd, founded in 2014 and based in London, United Kingdom, is a company that develops scientific instruments and satellites aimed at enhancing astronomical research. The company specializes in creating innovative satellites, including the Twinkle Space Mission, which is designed to analyze the atmospheres of exoplanets and other celestial objects within our solar system. By providing valuable data to the global scientific community, Blue Skies Space seeks to modernize the traditional, publicly-funded approach to astronomy and astrophysics missions, enabling researchers to conduct transformative studies on various astronomical phenomena.
Blue Laser Fusion
Seed Round in 2024
Blue Laser Fusion is a commercial fusion company focused on developing innovative laser fusion technology. The company aims to revolutionize energy generation by creating its own laser and fusion reactor, utilizing a safe hydrogen-boron fuel known as HB11. This approach offers a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative for power generation, targeting the energy sector's growing need for clean energy solutions. Through its advancements in laser fusion, Blue Laser Fusion seeks to contribute to a more sustainable energy future.
Nanofiber Quantum Technologies
Convertible Note in 2023
Nanofiber Quantum Technologies is a research and manufacturing company focused on developing innovative hardware for quantum communications. The company specializes in creating quantum computers that utilize nanofibers and advanced engineering techniques. Its expertise encompasses quantum cryptography, quantum communications, and various technologies associated with quantum science aimed at practical applications. By integrating quantum computers into quantum communication networks, Nanofiber Quantum Technologies seeks to advance the field of quantum science and enhance secure communication methods for a range of clients.
Blue Laser Fusion
Seed Round in 2023
Blue Laser Fusion is a commercial fusion company focused on developing innovative laser fusion technology. The company aims to revolutionize energy generation by creating its own laser and fusion reactor, utilizing a safe hydrogen-boron fuel known as HB11. This approach offers a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative for power generation, targeting the energy sector's growing need for clean energy solutions. Through its advancements in laser fusion, Blue Laser Fusion seeks to contribute to a more sustainable energy future.
UnaBiz specializes in IoT solutions, offering product design, manufacturing, and connectivity services. It focuses on low-power wide-area technologies for applications such as smart metering, asset management, and supply chain monitoring, aiming to empower businesses with cost-efficient and sustainable IoT integration.
ON TIME is a mobile travel service provider company.
May Mobility
Series C in 2022
May Mobility, Inc. is an autonomous vehicle company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing and deploying autonomous vehicle technology to enhance public transportation systems. May Mobility operates a fleet of six-passenger electric shuttles that navigate through traffic using mapped and closed-loop routes. By analyzing city traffic and commuter patterns, the company identifies bottlenecks and optimizes transit routes for various communities. Its services aim to reduce human error in driving, lower pollution levels, and provide economic benefits to both communities and riders. Through its innovative approach, May Mobility seeks to create a safer, greener, and more efficient transportation environment.
UnaBiz specializes in IoT solutions, offering product design, manufacturing, and connectivity services. It focuses on low-power wide-area technologies for applications such as smart metering, asset management, and supply chain monitoring, aiming to empower businesses with cost-efficient and sustainable IoT integration.
ThinkCyte
Series B in 2021
ThinkCyte, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-enabled, image-free visual cell sorting system, which sorts cells based on their morphology. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with an additional office in San Carlos, California, ThinkCyte utilizes advanced optics and machine learning to create its ghost cytometry technology. This innovative approach allows for ultra-high throughput and content-rich analysis of single cells, facilitating research, diagnostics, and therapeutics across various medical disciplines such as drug discovery and cell therapy. The company's cell sorting technology enables researchers to identify and isolate specific cells, including rare ones, in real-time, advancing the capabilities of single-cell analysis.
Knowledge Palette
Series A in 2021
Knowledge Palette is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative treatments for intractable diseases. It specializes in cell medicines and regenerative medicine products that utilize cells as therapeutic agents, aiming to address unmet medical needs. The company's core technology involves manipulating cells using advanced information-driven methods to potentially overcome previously untreatable conditions.
Ridge-i
Venture Round in 2021
Ridge-i Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that focuses on artificial intelligence and deep learning consulting and development services. The company specializes in optimizing AI technology to meet specific business needs, offering a range of solutions from AI consulting to the development of tailored applications. Ridge-i combines various technologies, including machine learning and deep learning, to deliver impactful solutions at business sites. In addition to its consulting services, the company is involved in the development of in-house products, joint ventures, licensing, and maintenance models, as well as providing AI analysis solutions that utilize satellite data.
Latona, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in microfinance and innovative technologies that enhance front-end user experiences. It integrates three key technological domains: AI model container runtimes, sensor-controlling software, and real-time applications using FPGA/RTOS hardware. Latona's platform facilitates development in artificial intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), and edge computing, providing clients with a comprehensive suite of resources to optimize user experience and application architecture. The company offers a range of services including visual programming, technology consulting, data integration, system integration, and automation processing, primarily aimed at supporting businesses operating in the IoT sector.
Japan Data Science Consortium
Series B in 2020
Japan Data Science Consortium Co. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, and robotic services. Established in 2014, JDSC offers a range of solutions including demand forecasting, predictive maintenance, and digital transformation. The company also focuses on zero re-delivery systems, optical character recognition, and image recognition services. Targeting sectors such as healthcare, education, and retail, JDSC provides comprehensive consulting support that encompasses system construction and organizational process transformation, all aimed at generating tangible profit through the effective use of AI technology.
DeepX
Venture Round in 2020
DeepX, Inc. is an AI startup based in Bunkyo, Japan, founded in 2016 by graduates of the University of Tokyo. The company specializes in developing software that provides mechanization and automation solutions to address on-site challenges, such as labor shortages and the need for skilled workers, particularly in industries like construction, food processing, manufacturing, port transport, and agriculture. DeepX aims to automate machinery of varying scales, from small industrial robots to large heavy equipment, utilizing advanced technologies including deep learning and deep reinforcement learning. By offering flexible operation models suitable for diverse environments, DeepX seeks to make a significant societal impact, particularly in response to Japan's super-aging population and shrinking labor force.
MyanCare
Seed Round in 2020
MyanCare is a telemedicine company based in Yangon, Myanmar, that provides virtual clinical healthcare services by integrating technology and telecommunications. Founded in 2017, the company offers an online platform that connects patients with doctors, allowing users to book consultations and receive treatment advice through their mobile devices. The application enhances the interaction between healthcare providers and patients by enabling doctors to access patients' health records and treatment histories while managing their schedules efficiently. MyanCare's platform stores patient data securely, facilitating easy review and access, ultimately saving time and resources for both parties involved in the healthcare process.
Omise Co., Ltd. is a Bangkok-based company founded in 2013 that develops and operates an online payment platform designed for seamless integration on both web and mobile. The platform facilitates money transfers to third-party bank accounts, enables refunds to customers, and allows users to store payment information for future transactions. Omise caters to businesses by offering a variety of payment processing solutions, addressing the challenges faced by online stores in Thailand, Japan, and Singapore, where the existing payment systems often require cumbersome documentation and high fees. The company aims to simplify the payment process, enabling instant acceptance of credit and debit card payments, as well as bill payments through online banking and ATMs. Omise also provides APIs for developers, ensuring easy integration and high security standards, as evidenced by its compliance with PCI-DSS 3.1. The company's mission is to enhance the online payment experience, bridging the gap between physical and digital transactions for both merchants and consumers.
SLAMcore Limited
Funding Round in 2020
SLAMcore develops simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) solutions for augmented/virtual reality, robotics, and autonomous vehicles. Its technology enables moving robots to localize, navigate, and understand unfamiliar surroundings using visual SLAM, sensor fusion, and event camera SLAM. The company's ETAM 2D and ETAM 3D methods demonstrate real-time, high dynamic range, and resolution intensity for event-based cameras. SLAMcore licenses its algorithms for smart technology like drones and self-driving vehicles.
Photoruction
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo in 2016, Photoruction specializes in developing cloud-based solutions for the construction industry. Its flagship product is a platform that streamlines construction photography and supports civil engineering production processes. The company also offers aoz cloud, an AI engine that reads information from drawings and photographs to enhance productivity.
ThinkCyte
Series A in 2020
ThinkCyte, Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-enabled, image-free visual cell sorting system, which sorts cells based on their morphology. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with an additional office in San Carlos, California, ThinkCyte utilizes advanced optics and machine learning to create its ghost cytometry technology. This innovative approach allows for ultra-high throughput and content-rich analysis of single cells, facilitating research, diagnostics, and therapeutics across various medical disciplines such as drug discovery and cell therapy. The company's cell sorting technology enables researchers to identify and isolate specific cells, including rare ones, in real-time, advancing the capabilities of single-cell analysis.
Aidea
Venture Round in 2020
Aidea Inc. is a technology company based in Akasaka, Japan, founded in 2017, specializing in ship management and control systems for the maritime industry. The company develops software solutions that enhance the safety and operational efficiency of coastal vessels. Aidea's flagship product, Aisea, leverages artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things to provide a comprehensive navigation support system. This application features a vessel movement sharing platform that includes radar mode, route recording and playback, and virtual wireless services. Aidea's technology allows for the visualization of AIS-equipped vessels, facilitates collision time prediction, and sends notifications for potential hazards, thereby helping to prevent accidents and improve overall maritime safety.
AIsing Ltd. specializes in developing embedded mechanical-motion-prediction solutions and statistical analysis tools, focusing on its flagship product, Deep Binary Tree (DBT) SaaS. This artificial intelligence program is designed for mechanical control, enabling accurate predictions of mechanical motion, particularly in applications such as industrial robots and home automation systems. The DBT SaaS is characterized by its lightweight and fast performance, allowing for dynamic and online learning, which facilitates real-time adaptation and predictive accuracy. AIsing also provides hardware pre-installed with DBT software, streamlining the construction of various applications. The company's services are offered on a subscription basis, supplemented by royalties from products utilizing their technology. Founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, AIsing aims to deliver quality learning and prediction capabilities, even with low-spec computer resources.
FIXER Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2009. It specializes in providing cloud solutions, particularly through its cloud.config Portal, which enables users to track Azure subscriptions, usage, and expenditures. The company also offers a range of services, including smart notifications, resource auto-scaling, cost forecasting, and customer management. FIXER aims to lead the cloud service market in Japan by evolving its offerings and addressing the challenges of cloud integration for corporate clients. Unlike traditional system integrators, FIXER focuses on innovative technologies and collaborative partnerships, striving to deliver more than just basic system setups while ensuring stability and growth in the rapidly changing IT landscape.
Intuition Robotics
Series B in 2020
Founded in 2015, Intuition Robotics designs AI-driven robots focused on enhancing the lives of older adults. Their robots utilize artificial intelligence to facilitate seamless connections with loved ones, promote active lifestyles, and provide intuitive technology for daily care.
ArchiTek is a hardware manufacturing company specializing in developing circuit design for embedded systems. It offers an affordable, high-performance architecture with reduced power consumption, minimized programming time, and decreased silicon costs, enabling industries such as autonomous mobility and security to improve operational capabilities while maximizing resource efficiency.
Joby Aviation
Series C in 2020
Founded in 2009, Joby Aviation is a pioneering electric mobility company based in Santa Cruz, California. The company specializes in developing fully electric vertical take-off and landing passenger aircraft optimized for air-transportation-as-a-service. Its flagship vehicle is a 5-seat aircraft designed to reduce urban congestion and accelerate the shift to sustainable modes of transit.
Farmnote Holdings
Venture Round in 2019
Farmnote Holdings, established in December 2016 and headquartered in Japan, serves as a strategic and financial management entity for its subsidiaries, Farmnote and Skyark. It oversees the operations of Farmnote, which specializes in agricultural IoT solutions, and Skyark, focusing on web integration services.
Sigmai
Corporate Round in 2019
Sigmai Co. Ltd., founded in 2019 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in research and development consulting. The company offers manufacturing and task support services, focusing on quantum annealing technologies. Sigmai provides consultancy to help clients leverage quantum annealing machines, facilitating the transition from academic research to practical applications in industry. By collaborating with universities and research laboratories, Sigmai aims to deliver innovative solutions that advance technology in various sectors.
Shuttl is a company focused on enhancing the daily commute experience through its app-based office shuttle service. It aims to provide a safe, reliable, and affordable transportation option for commuters. The service features air-conditioned minibuses that operate frequently on designated routes, alleviating the challenges associated with traditional public transport. By offering a mobile platform for bus bookings, Shuttl allows users to reserve seats at flat rates, ensuring a comfortable journey without the hassle of long wait times. The company envisions a future of mass transit that is shared, eco-friendly, and technology-driven, positioning itself as a progressive alternative in public transport.
ONE CAREER
Venture Round in 2019
ONE CAREER Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that operates an online job searching platform specifically designed for students. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on connecting young talent with leading employers, including major corporations such as Mitsubishi Corporation, ITOCHU, Marubeni, McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group, and Bain & Company. In addition to its job search platform, ONE CAREER also implements recruiting events and offers recruiting consulting services to enhance the hiring process for both students and companies. Through its comprehensive approach, ONE CAREER aims to facilitate successful employment opportunities for students entering the workforce.
MandA Research Institute
Venture Round in 2019
MandA Research Institute is a mergers and acquisitions brokerage company that provides stock price valuations and buyers.
AI Medical Service
Series B in 2019
AI Medical Service specializes in developing artificial intelligence that combines Japanese endoscopic specialists' expertise to enhance global endoscopic medical care.
Moff
Venture Round in 2019
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2013, Moff specializes in designing and manufacturing wearable devices. Its flagship product is a sensor-based slap-on wristband that combines fun and advanced technology to promote sustainable healthcare services.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2013, Araya specializes in developing artificial intelligence software solutions. The company's core offerings include real-time image recognition AI processing services and deep reinforcement learning for autonomous drone or robot movement.
ALE is a pioneering company founded in 2011 that specializes in creating innovative space entertainment experiences, including the world's first man-made meteor showers. By utilizing microsatellites to release particles that create atmospheric phenomena, ALE aims to merge meteor science with entertainment, stimulating public curiosity about space and science. The company operates with two primary goals: to entertain and inspire people while collecting valuable data from the mesosphere to enhance understanding of atmospheric phenomena and contribute to climate change research. ALE fosters a collaborative community of scientists, decision-makers, and the general public, promoting the exploration of the universe and encouraging a sustainable future on Earth. Through its unique approach, ALE connects scientific knowledge with societal interest, making the cosmos an engaging cultural sphere.
VISITS Technologies
Venture Round in 2019
VISITS Technologies Inc. is an internet-based company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2014. The company specializes in designing and developing a career formation platform that connects students and alumni. VISITS Technologies has developed a patented consensus-building algorithm known as ideagram, which uniquely quantifies creativity, discerning ability, and the inherent value of ideas. This innovative technology allows for the measurement of intangible assets such as skills, senses, and personal connections. By integrating blockchain technology, VISITS Technologies facilitates the transfer of value, enhancing the capabilities of its platform and providing users with a comprehensive tool for career development and networking.
Sukedachi
Series B in 2019
Sukedachi Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that develops mobile applications specifically for the construction industry. The company's platform addresses the unique dynamics of the Japanese construction market, where construction workers often function as both order receivers and small enterprise orderers. Sukedachi's application allows skilled craftsmen to receive notifications about job opportunities tailored to their pre-registered criteria, such as location and occupation. This service enables workers actively seeking employment to directly connect with construction sites, while also helping contractors facing chronic labor shortages to recruit workers under flexible, on-demand conditions.
Groove X
Corporate Round in 2019
Groove X Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2015, specializes in designing and developing innovative household robots equipped with artificial intelligence and social robotics. The company's primary focus is creating robots that provide companionship and evoke genuine affection, aiming to address societal challenges such as aging populations, nuclear families, and dual-income households.
Nileworks
Series B in 2019
Nileworks Inc. is an agtech company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced drone technology for the agricultural sector. Founded in 2015, the company develops fully automated aerial drones that utilize image processing and information technology to enhance farming efficiency. These drones are specifically designed for precision pesticide spraying and real-time diagnosis of crop health, allowing for the targeted application of fertilizers and agrochemicals tailored to individual plants. By reducing labor requirements and improving the yield and quality of agricultural produce, Nileworks aims to transform traditional farming practices and promote sustainable agriculture.
Neural Pocket
Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2018, Neural Pocket specializes in developing proprietary AI technologies for image and video detection, classification, and behavior analysis. The company offers services for smart city development, facility management, digital signage, and fashion trend analysis.
Cinnamon AI
Series B in 2019
Cinnamon AI is a company that develops artificial intelligence-based business platforms aimed at enhancing human potential by automating repetitive tasks. Its platform features a sophisticated computer system that mimics human intelligence, incorporating elements such as academic knowledge, recognition, and judgment. This system assists users in selecting appropriate and adaptable correspondence based on accumulated data patterns, tailored to specific partners and circumstances. By streamlining these processes, Cinnamon AI enables users to focus on more creative and strategic endeavors, ultimately improving productivity and efficiency in the workplace.
Keycafe
Seed Round in 2019
Keycafe Inc. offers an online platform that enables the remote management of access to homes and rental properties. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, the company provides a combination of software as a service (SaaS) and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for efficient key exchange and property access management. It caters to both consumers and enterprises, facilitating secure and convenient access for homeowners and rental property managers.
Philduct
Seed Round in 2019
Philduct specializes in digital oral health solutions. They manufacture orthodontic products that leverage computer-aided design and 3D printing technologies, offering transparent, removable mouthpieces for low-cost teeth alignment treatments.
Aptpod Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development and sales of M2M/IoT software and hardware solutions. Established in 2006, Aptpod focuses on optimizing data gathering, transmission, and visualization across various industries. Its core offerings include intdash, a bidirectional data transmission platform designed for high-frequency streaming, and visual M2M, a web application that automatically visualizes real-time sensor data in the cloud. The company aims to enhance industrial processes, research and development, and everyday life by facilitating real-time data processing and analysis through connected devices. Aptpod's technology enables professionals to monitor and control data collection, supporting applications in automotive, robotics, and industrial machinery sectors.
S'UIMIN
Venture Round in 2018
Founded in 2017, S'UIMIN specializes in developing and manufacturing electroencephalography devices for sleep disorder diagnosis. The company offers comfortable-to-wear devices that provide information equivalent to all-night polysomnography, enabling individuals to access sleep diagnostic services.
WealthNavi
Venture Round in 2018
WealthNavi Inc., established in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and delivering a cloud-based online platform for asset management and risk management. This platform offers robo-advisory services, enabling users to discover diversified investment opportunities globally. The company's core offering is a risk management algorithm-driven platform designed to assist asset managers in their decision-making processes.
OSCAR TECHNOLOGY Japan
Venture Round in 2018
Oscar Technology Corporation, founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in automatic parallelization technology for industrial application software across a range of platforms, from embedded systems to supercomputers. The company offers the OSCARTech Compiler, a tool designed to automatically convert sequential software into parallel code compatible with any multi-core processor and operating system. In addition to software solutions, Oscar Technology provides consulting services that include evaluation, parallelization, and specialized seminars focused on multi-core programming. Through its innovative technologies and services, the company aims to enhance software performance and efficiency while reducing power consumption.
Open8 Inc is a Tokyo-based content technology company founded on April 10, 2015. It specializes in providing marketing services through smart devices and offers a suite of solutions including software as a service (SaaS), application programming interfaces (API), and machine learning as a service (MLaaS). Open8 has developed a video editing cloud platform designed to simplify the creation of video content for businesses, allowing users to produce promotional videos without the need for specialized knowledge. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the platform enables the efficient generation and distribution of various video materials across multiple platforms, helping businesses reduce costs and enhance their marketing efforts.
Blaize, Inc. is a technology company headquartered in El Dorado Hills, California, specializing in edge AI processing solutions. Founded in 2010, Blaize develops a proprietary full-stack hardware architecture and a low-code/no-code software platform designed to meet the demands of various industries, including automotive, retail, security, and medical devices. The company addresses the challenges of edge AI processing by delivering solutions that prioritize low latency, high thermal efficiency, and power efficiency, moving beyond traditional AI frameworks that were primarily designed for data centers. With a global workforce of over 200 employees, Blaize operates additional offices in San Jose, North Carolina, and has subsidiaries in India and the UK. The company's innovative approach positions it as a leader in the rapidly growing market for edge computing solutions.
Finatext
Venture Round in 2018
Finatext is a fintech company that specializes in providing cloud infrastructure and data analysis solutions tailored for the financial services industry. Its diverse product portfolio includes Asukabu, a mobile platform for stock learning and trading; Karufx, which focuses on forex education; Fundect, a platform for mutual fund selection; Invesgate, a mobile trading application for stocks, forex, and funds; and Assetarrow, a comprehensive mutual fund database. By leveraging big data analysis and cloud-native technologies, Finatext supports wealth management and insurance providers in enhancing their services and developing innovative financial solutions.
VISITS Technologies
Series B in 2018
VISITS Technologies Inc. is an internet-based company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2014. The company specializes in designing and developing a career formation platform that connects students and alumni. VISITS Technologies has developed a patented consensus-building algorithm known as ideagram, which uniquely quantifies creativity, discerning ability, and the inherent value of ideas. This innovative technology allows for the measurement of intangible assets such as skills, senses, and personal connections. By integrating blockchain technology, VISITS Technologies facilitates the transfer of value, enhancing the capabilities of its platform and providing users with a comprehensive tool for career development and networking.
Meijo Nano Carbon
Venture Round in 2018
Meijo Nano Carbon Co., Ltd. specializes in the manufacture of carbon nanotube chemicals, focusing on both single-walled and multi-walled carbon nanotubes. Established in 2005 and based in Nagoya, Japan, the company produces a range of products, including single-walled carbon nanotubes with uniform diameters and categorized as metallic or semiconducting types. Meijo Nano Carbon also creates carbon nanotube dispersions, such as specialized inks for various applications, and carbon nanotube-coated dishes. The company's innovative synthesis technology allows its products to serve as lightweight alternatives to traditional conductive materials like copper, making them valuable for industries such as aerospace, automotive, and petrochemicals. With properties like superior conductivity and reduced weight, Meijo Nano Carbon's offerings are positioned to enhance the performance and efficiency of various applications.
SORACOM
Venture Round in 2018
SORACOM is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing an Internet of Things (IoT) platform designed to facilitate data communication for IoT and M2M (machine-to-machine) devices. The platform leverages scalable cloud technologies running on Amazon Web Services, enabling IoT solution developers to efficiently deploy and enhance their services while accommodating a variety of needs through flexible and customizable options. SORACOM enhances the security and reliability of data transfer across numerous devices and custom protocols, significantly reducing both time-to-market and costs associated with IoT services. Key offerings include SORACOM Air, which provides mobile data communication for IoT devices through its "Air SIM," allowing users to manage settings and monitor data traffic via a web console or API. Additionally, SORACOM Beam enables secure offloading of data from IoT devices to the cloud, ensuring high encryption and remote management capabilities without direct Internet exposure. Since its official launch in September 2015, SORACOM has positioned itself as a comprehensive provider of IoT solutions.
JHyM
Venture Round in 2018
JHyM is focused on the development and deployment of hydrogen station networks aimed at facilitating the widespread adoption of fuel cell vehicles (FCVs). The company seeks to enhance the convenience for FCV users by creating a stable network of hydrogen refueling stations that operate efficiently. By reducing the costs associated with the installation and maintenance of these stations, JHyM contributes to a cleaner environment through its emission-free hydrogen refueling solutions. This strategic approach not only supports the early stages of FCV diffusion but also promotes the overall growth of the hydrogen economy.
Tier IV
Seed Round in 2018
Tier IV is an autonomous vehicle research and development organization that emerged from academic collaboration and has contributed to open-source self-driving software, notably Autoware. Founded in 2015, it leads efforts in intelligent vehicle technology and applies them to proof-of-concept last-mile driverless mobility and logistics. The group pursues the democratization of intelligent vehicles, encouraging participation from individuals and organizations to advance future transportation. Its autonomous drive solutions integrate an AI pilot, remote driving capabilities, HD mapping, lidar, and camera sensors to support safe, fully autonomous operation across mobility and logistics applications.
Mobility Technologies
Private Equity Round in 2018
Mobility Technologies provides vehicle allocation systems for taxi operators. The company offers various IT services that update the Japanese mobility industry. It also provides a “quick ride” experience by linking taxi vehicles with real-time location information and advanced dispatch logic.
Mobility Technologies was established in 1977 and is based Tokyo, Japan.
FLOSFIA
Venture Round in 2018
FLOSFIA INC. is a Tokyo-based company that focuses on the development of corundum structured Gallium Oxide semiconductor power devices. Founded on March 31, 2011, the company emerged as a spin-off from research conducted at Kyoto University. FLOSFIA specializes in film-formation using mist chemical vapor deposition (CVD) techniques, leveraging the unique physical properties of gallium oxide (Ga2O3) to create high breakdown voltage and high efficiency power devices. The firm is dedicated to advancing low-loss power device technology, contributing to the evolution of semiconductor applications.
Ispace Technologies
Series A in 2017
Ispace Technologies is a Tokyo-based company specializing in space resource exploration, particularly focused on developing micro-robotic technology to facilitate the identification, extraction, and transportation of lunar resources, such as ice, essential for sustaining human life in space. Founded in 2013, Ispace is recognized for its innovative approach, utilizing 3D printing and commercially available products to create efficient and cost-effective solutions. The company is also involved in the Google Lunar XPRIZE Competition through its Team HAKUTO, which has gained recognition for its advancements in mobility and aims to land a privately funded robot on the Moon. Ispace’s micro-robots are designed to explore larger lunar areas quickly and economically, making significant strides towards establishing a sustainable presence in outer space.
iQPS
Venture Round in 2017
iQPS Inc. is a space technology service provider based in Fukuoka City, Japan, founded in 2005. The company specializes in the research, development, design, manufacturing, and sales of satellites, onboard satellite equipment, precision instruments, and electronic devices. iQPS also offers technical consultation and conducts planning and operation of training sessions, workshops, and seminars focused on space technologies. Additionally, the company is involved in the acquisition and sale of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) image data from small SAR satellites, further expanding its capabilities in the space sector.
FLOSFIA
Venture Round in 2017
FLOSFIA INC. is a Tokyo-based company that focuses on the development of corundum structured Gallium Oxide semiconductor power devices. Founded on March 31, 2011, the company emerged as a spin-off from research conducted at Kyoto University. FLOSFIA specializes in film-formation using mist chemical vapor deposition (CVD) techniques, leveraging the unique physical properties of gallium oxide (Ga2O3) to create high breakdown voltage and high efficiency power devices. The firm is dedicated to advancing low-loss power device technology, contributing to the evolution of semiconductor applications.
Sansan Inc, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in cloud-based contact management solutions for both corporate and individual users. The company offers its flagship service, Sansan, which is designed for businesses, and the Eight app, aimed at individuals, transforming traditional business cards into valuable digital connections. Since its inception, Sansan has experienced significant growth, with over 7,000 premium corporate users including notable clients such as the Japanese Government. The company has also expanded its reach internationally, establishing a subsidiary in Singapore in 2015. With more than 1.5 million registered users on its Eight platform, Sansan continues to set the standard for contact management services in Japan and seeks to enhance networking through innovative technology.
Ficha
Venture Round in 2017
Ficha Inc., founded in 2005 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and selling image recognition software tailored for car cameras. The company's primary offerings include object detection software for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS). These systems use in-vehicle cameras to monitor driving conditions, aiming to prevent dangerous driving behaviors and accidents. Ficha leverages its expertise in computer vision and machine learning to provide efficient image recognition solutions for automotive applications.
RT Corporation
Series A in 2017
RT Corporation is a Japanese company based in Chiyoda-ku, established in 2005, that focuses on the development and sale of robots and their components. The company offers a diverse range of products, including army-type robots and micro mouse robots, such as the CRANE-X7 and RIC90, as well as various service robots tailored to meet both domestic and international needs. In addition to manufacturing, RT Corporation provides services in robot development, hardware and software development, and contract manufacturing. With the growing demand for robotics fueled by advancements in artificial intelligence, RT Corporation aims to innovate and expand its offerings in the service robot sector.
Mobility Technologies
Venture Round in 2017
Mobility Technologies provides vehicle allocation systems for taxi operators. The company offers various IT services that update the Japanese mobility industry. It also provides a “quick ride” experience by linking taxi vehicles with real-time location information and advanced dispatch logic.
Mobility Technologies was established in 1977 and is based Tokyo, Japan.
Akippa
Venture Round in 2017
Akippa Inc. is a Japanese company that operates a parking lot reservation application designed to facilitate the sharing of parking spaces. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Osaka, with an additional office in Tokyo, Akippa enables users to make online reservations for available parking options, including private garages, vacant lots, and commercial facilities. The platform connects individuals and businesses with unoccupied parking spaces, allowing space owners to monetize their vacancies while providing users with convenient parking solutions. The company's focus is on enhancing the parking experience through its innovative mobile app, which supports peer-to-peer reservations and offers additional services related to parking and car rentals. Akippa was formerly known as Galaxy Agency Inc. before rebranding in February 2015.
SLAMcore Limited
Pre Seed Round in 2017
SLAMcore develops simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) solutions for augmented/virtual reality, robotics, and autonomous vehicles. Its technology enables moving robots to localize, navigate, and understand unfamiliar surroundings using visual SLAM, sensor fusion, and event camera SLAM. The company's ETAM 2D and ETAM 3D methods demonstrate real-time, high dynamic range, and resolution intensity for event-based cameras. SLAMcore licenses its algorithms for smart technology like drones and self-driving vehicles.
Getaround
Series C in 2017
Getaround, Inc. is an online marketplace specializing in peer-to-peer car sharing and local car rentals. Founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, Getaround allows users to rent vehicles on-demand, ranging from economy cars to luxury models, by the hour or day. The platform facilitates a seamless experience through its patented Getaround Connect technology, which enables users to access cars without needing to meet the vehicle owner or handle physical keys. This innovative approach eliminates the traditional hassles of car rental, such as long lines and paperwork. Getaround operates in several major U.S. cities, including San Francisco, San Diego, Chicago, and Washington, D.C., providing a convenient and eco-friendly alternative to car ownership while allowing vehicle owners to earn extra income. The service also includes comprehensive insurance and 24/7 roadside assistance, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for users.
AI Samurai
Series A in 2017
AI Samurai Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that focuses on the development and sale of artificial intelligence technology. The company specializes in creating a patent examination platform that utilizes AI to evaluate patentability and conduct comprehensive patent searches. This platform supports clients in analyzing patent documents, thereby facilitating research and development efforts. In addition to its core offerings, AI Samurai also engages in patent research and technical investigation, providing valuable insights and services to enhance innovation in the field of artificial intelligence. The company also maintains a branch office in Osaka, expanding its reach within Japan.
Magellan Systems Japan
Venture Round in 2017
Magellan Systems Japan, Inc. is a company dedicated to the research, development, and licensing of high-precision satellite positioning systems. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Amagasaki, Japan, the company specializes in a range of technologies including semi-software and software global positioning systems (GPS), digital signal processing systems, and multi-frequency global navigation satellite systems (GNSS). It also develops advanced GNSS real-time kinematic systems and inertial measurement systems, providing solutions for GPS timing and autonomous ephemeris prediction. In addition to its core development activities, Magellan Systems Japan imports and sells GNSS-related products, supporting the utilization of artificial satellite technology in various applications.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2015, MJI specializes in developing communication robots. Its flagship product, Tapia, assists users with scheduling, news updates, weather information, and hands-free access to media and IoT devices.
Freee is a developer of cloud-based accounting software designed for small and medium-sized businesses in Japan. Launched in March 2013 and originally named CFO K.K., the company was founded by Daisuke Sasaki, who previously led SMB marketing for Google in the Asia Pacific region. Freee's automated online accounting software seamlessly syncs with bank accounts, allowing users to automatically categorize entries and generate financial reports. In addition to its core accounting product, Freee also offers cloud-based HR labor software and cloud ERP solutions for midsize companies. The company operates on a freemium model, with paid plans starting at approximately 980 JPY per month. Freee gained recognition by winning the Invinity Ventures Summit Launch Pad in 2013, a prestigious demo event in Japan.
Akippa
Venture Round in 2016
Akippa Inc. is a Japanese company that operates a parking lot reservation application designed to facilitate the sharing of parking spaces. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Osaka, with an additional office in Tokyo, Akippa enables users to make online reservations for available parking options, including private garages, vacant lots, and commercial facilities. The platform connects individuals and businesses with unoccupied parking spaces, allowing space owners to monetize their vacancies while providing users with convenient parking solutions. The company's focus is on enhancing the parking experience through its innovative mobile app, which supports peer-to-peer reservations and offers additional services related to parking and car rentals. Akippa was formerly known as Galaxy Agency Inc. before rebranding in February 2015.
SORACOM
Venture Round in 2016
SORACOM is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing an Internet of Things (IoT) platform designed to facilitate data communication for IoT and M2M (machine-to-machine) devices. The platform leverages scalable cloud technologies running on Amazon Web Services, enabling IoT solution developers to efficiently deploy and enhance their services while accommodating a variety of needs through flexible and customizable options. SORACOM enhances the security and reliability of data transfer across numerous devices and custom protocols, significantly reducing both time-to-market and costs associated with IoT services. Key offerings include SORACOM Air, which provides mobile data communication for IoT devices through its "Air SIM," allowing users to manage settings and monitor data traffic via a web console or API. Additionally, SORACOM Beam enables secure offloading of data from IoT devices to the cloud, ensuring high encryption and remote management capabilities without direct Internet exposure. Since its official launch in September 2015, SORACOM has positioned itself as a comprehensive provider of IoT solutions.
SORACOM is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing an Internet of Things (IoT) platform designed to facilitate data communication for IoT and M2M (machine-to-machine) devices. The platform leverages scalable cloud technologies running on Amazon Web Services, enabling IoT solution developers to efficiently deploy and enhance their services while accommodating a variety of needs through flexible and customizable options. SORACOM enhances the security and reliability of data transfer across numerous devices and custom protocols, significantly reducing both time-to-market and costs associated with IoT services. Key offerings include SORACOM Air, which provides mobile data communication for IoT devices through its "Air SIM," allowing users to manage settings and monitor data traffic via a web console or API. Additionally, SORACOM Beam enables secure offloading of data from IoT devices to the cloud, ensuring high encryption and remote management capabilities without direct Internet exposure. Since its official launch in September 2015, SORACOM has positioned itself as a comprehensive provider of IoT solutions.
Exergy Power Systems
Corporate Round in 2016
Exergy Power Systems is focused on developing, producing, and providing energy storage systems that make use of its uniquely developed hydrogen cells, which have ultrafast charging and discharging properties, as well as enhanced durability.