ABC Dream Ventures

ABC Dream Ventures, established in 2015, serves as the corporate venture capital arm of Asahi Broadcasting Group Holdings, a prominent media company based in Osaka, Japan. The firm specializes in investments within the media sector, concentrating on areas such as video distribution, video advertising, virtual reality, augmented reality, entertainment, intellectual property, content, and related technologies. By leveraging its affiliation with a major media group, ABC Dream Ventures aims to foster innovation and growth in these dynamic fields.

Goro Ishizaki

President and CEO

Naoto Obama

President and Representative Director

Ryohei Shirai

Venture Partner

26 past transactions

Sally

Seed Round in 2024
Sally is a gaming studio focused on transforming conversations into engaging entertainment experiences. The company specializes in creating conversational reasoning games that allow participants to immerse themselves in narratives where they assume the roles of characters. Through interactive storytelling, players can embark on secret missions and shape the unfolding story based on their interactions, reminiscent of traditional story-based games like werewolf. Sally aims to provide a unique blend of entertainment and social interaction, particularly through murder mystery themes, enhancing the gaming experience by fostering creativity and collaboration among players.

At Forest

Seed Round in 2024
At Forest is an end-of-life service provider that organizes circular burial services for the deceased.

IKOU

Venture Round in 2023
IKOU is an inclusive brand focused on creating products for babies and children, emphasizing accessibility for all users. The company develops a range of items, including portable chairs, bibs, and children's clothing, designed to support infants and toddlers across various disabilities and developmental stages. IKOU's portable chairs are easily collapsible and come with additional seat extensions, covers, and tables, allowing children to engage in daily activities without physical barriers. By prioritizing inclusivity and functionality, IKOU aims to provide valuable products that enhance the experiences of both children and their caregivers.

Petokoto

Series A in 2021
Petokoto is a pet wellness company that creates and sells fresh food, runs pet media, and keeps pets happy. It is suitable to become an information source that combines accuracy, completeness, and updateability by utilizing the collective knowledge of experts both inside and outside the company and demonstrating their respective expertise. The company aims to develop a world where pets can be loved as family members.

Rei-Frontier

Venture Round in 2021
Rei-Frontier, established in 2008 and headquartered in Taito-ku, Tokyo, specializes in developing mobile applications that leverage augmented reality technology. Their flagship product, Lalacolle, is an augmented reality location-based social network with integrated gaming elements.

Sentient.io

Series B in 2021
Sentient.io is a developer of a cloud platform that facilitates the creation of artificial intelligence-enabled applications. The platform offers a range of AI models, microservices, and datasets accessible through APIs, making it easy for software developers to discover and integrate AI capabilities into their applications. By utilizing curated public and private datasets along with self-improving algorithms, Sentient.io enables developers to embed robust AI functionalities efficiently. The company focuses on providing unique advantages for enterprises by ensuring scalability and allowing seamless extensions to existing applications. Through its offerings, Sentient.io aims to empower developers and organizations in leveraging AI technologies effectively.

JX Press

Series C in 2021
JX PRESS Corporation is a pioneering entity in Japan's media landscape, functioning as a "virtual news agency" that leverages artificial intelligence to deliver timely news updates. Its flagship service, FASTALERT, provides breaking news bulletins on urgent incidents such as accidents and natural disasters to all major television broadcast stations in Japan, including NHK, as well as over 100 local stations. The company also offers NewsDigest, a consumer app that is the most popular news bulletin application in Japan, with over 1 million downloads. This app utilizes AI to automatically identify and disseminate significant news alerts, enhancing its appeal among users. JX PRESS is recognized for its innovative approach to news reporting, utilizing advanced technology to filter misinformation and provide reliable content. The company collaborates with prominent stakeholders, including KYODO NEWS and major commercial broadcasters, to redefine news delivery in a rapidly evolving media environment.

Chikaku

Venture Round in 2021
Chikaku Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in manufacturing electronic devices designed to facilitate family connections across distances. The company produces setup boxes that enable grandparents to easily view photos and videos taken with smartphones on their home televisions. By providing a simple solution for streaming content, Chikaku aims to enhance interactions between remote family members, allowing them to stay connected with their grandchildren and loved ones.

BitStar

Venture Round in 2020
BitStar Inc. is an entertech company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on influencer marketing and support services for video and content creators. Founded in 2014 and formerly known as Bizcast Inc., the company offers a range of promotional services tailored to various industries, including travel, gaming, cosmetics, and consumer goods. BitStar's services encompass analytics through an in-house developed tool, event management for pop-up stores, merchandising, and specialized support such as VTuber and music production. Additionally, it operates an online fan club service called Costa, facilitating appearances in media outlets and overseas casting opportunities. By providing comprehensive support to content creators and media businesses, BitStar aims to enhance creativity and improve monetization strategies.

EpiEndo Pharmaceuticals

Seed Round in 2019
EpiEndo Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that focuses on treating inflammatory disorders by enhancing epithelial barrier integrity, a crucial factor in various diseases. Epithelial cells comprise significant components of human skin, lung tissue, the intestinal tract, and genitalia, with compromised barrier integrity linked to persistent inflammation. EpiEndo is developing a proprietary portfolio of orally available macrolide drug candidates aimed at addressing the substantial global burden of chronic respiratory diseases and other unmet medical needs. Its lead candidate, EP395, is designed to be the first oral, disease-modifying, non-antibiotic macrolide that strengthens barriers and reduces inflammation, targeting conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other inflammatory airway diseases. Through its innovative approach, EpiEndo seeks to provide effective treatments that improve patient outcomes.

Sentient.io

Series A in 2019
Sentient.io is a developer of a cloud platform that facilitates the creation of artificial intelligence-enabled applications. The platform offers a range of AI models, microservices, and datasets accessible through APIs, making it easy for software developers to discover and integrate AI capabilities into their applications. By utilizing curated public and private datasets along with self-improving algorithms, Sentient.io enables developers to embed robust AI functionalities efficiently. The company focuses on providing unique advantages for enterprises by ensuring scalability and allowing seamless extensions to existing applications. Through its offerings, Sentient.io aims to empower developers and organizations in leveraging AI technologies effectively.

C Channel

Venture Round in 2019
C Channel is an online video media provider that focuses on delivering high-quality content tailored to women aged 20 to 34. The company offers a diverse range of lifestyle-related information, including topics such as hairstyling, food, fashion, and travel tips. By leveraging video as its primary medium, C Channel aims to engage its audience with relevant and inspiring content. Additionally, the company operates as a marketing and advertising agency, specializing in the production and management of impactful influencers to enhance its outreach and effectiveness in connecting with its target demographic.

One Media

Venture Round in 2019
One Media, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2014 that specializes in visual storytelling through animated messages. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including YouTube channel production, social media video creation, marketing, and live stream planning. One Media focuses on transforming client messages into engaging video content, emphasizing in-house capabilities for video distribution, viewing data analysis, and creative planning. By maintaining control over the entire production process, One Media aims to deliver distinctive and valuable video content tailored to its clients' needs.

Voicy

Series A in 2019
Voicy, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in a voice news application for mobile platforms. Founded in 2016, Voicy combines media personalities and news organizations, allowing entertainers to deliver news, thereby providing users with the latest information in a more engaging format. As the landscape of information access evolves with advancements in technology, Voicy emphasizes auditory experiences, catering to users' needs for seamless integration of news into their daily lives. The company operates a voice distribution network and focuses on innovative audio content, aiming to create new value in society through its unique approach to broadcasting and entertainment.

Omatsuri Japan

Venture Round in 2019
Omatsuri Japan Co., Ltd. is a pioneering festival organization company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2014. It specializes in the planning, management, promotion, and customer support of festivals, catering to a diverse clientele that includes local governments and store associations. The company has developed a web platform that facilitates festival management and enhances event planning and information dissemination. By focusing on the unique cultural aspects of Japan, Omatsuri Japan enables users to easily discover and engage with various local events, thereby enriching community participation and celebration.

Quan

Venture Round in 2019
Quan Inc., founded in 2011 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing character-driven content for smartphone applications and web platforms. The company offers a diverse portfolio of over 500 characters, including Betakkuma, Sugar Cubs, and Business Fish, which are utilized in various messaging applications and social games, primarily targeting markets in Japan and Southeast Asia. In addition to character development, Quan Inc. provides global content distribution services and creates illustrations and stamps for chat apps. The company also engages in public relations and advertising, offering services such as market research, translation, and game management to enhance user engagement and promote its content effectively.

BitStar

Series C in 2018
BitStar Inc. is an entertech company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on influencer marketing and support services for video and content creators. Founded in 2014 and formerly known as Bizcast Inc., the company offers a range of promotional services tailored to various industries, including travel, gaming, cosmetics, and consumer goods. BitStar's services encompass analytics through an in-house developed tool, event management for pop-up stores, merchandising, and specialized support such as VTuber and music production. Additionally, it operates an online fan club service called Costa, facilitating appearances in media outlets and overseas casting opportunities. By providing comprehensive support to content creators and media businesses, BitStar aims to enhance creativity and improve monetization strategies.

PR Table

Series A in 2017
PR Table Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in corporate storytelling through its mobile application. The company offers a public relations platform that enables clients to create, accumulate, and utilize narratives for marketing and advertising purposes. This platform helps corporate clients effectively communicate their stories, focusing on aspects such as recruitment and the sharing of foundational episodes. By streamlining the storytelling process, PR Table aims to enhance how organizations convey their messages and engage with their audiences.

BitStar

Series B in 2017
BitStar Inc. is an entertech company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on influencer marketing and support services for video and content creators. Founded in 2014 and formerly known as Bizcast Inc., the company offers a range of promotional services tailored to various industries, including travel, gaming, cosmetics, and consumer goods. BitStar's services encompass analytics through an in-house developed tool, event management for pop-up stores, merchandising, and specialized support such as VTuber and music production. Additionally, it operates an online fan club service called Costa, facilitating appearances in media outlets and overseas casting opportunities. By providing comprehensive support to content creators and media businesses, BitStar aims to enhance creativity and improve monetization strategies.

Pathee

Series A in 2017
Pathee is an innovative search engine designed to provide users with tailored information based on their current location. By utilizing advanced location detection technology, the platform connects individuals with local retail options and relevant services. It offers a suite of digital marketing tools that enhance the interaction between consumers and the retail community. Through its services, Pathee enables users to access pertinent search results and discover shopping locations, while also providing retail chains with platforms for digital promotions and media optimization. This comprehensive approach supports both consumer needs and retail marketing efforts, facilitating a more efficient and targeted shopping experience.

On The Slope

Venture Round in 2016
On the way to Sakano deliver vegetables grown without the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers, aiming to spread agriculture with low environmental impact. We want to make agriculture sustainable and reach a sustainable society.

Oh My Glasses

Venture Round in 2016
Oh My Glasses is a Tokyo-based lifestyle brand specializing in high-quality eyewear made in Japan, offered at affordable prices. The company operates an online shopping platform that allows customers to browse and select from five sets of eyeglasses at a time, enabling them to try on the frames before making a purchase. To enhance the shopping experience, Oh My Glasses employs a face shape diagnosis tool, which helps customers find handcrafted eyeglasses that best suit their individual features. Through these services, the company aims to provide a seamless and personalized eyewear shopping experience.

Retty

Series D in 2016
Retty Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2010, operates a gourmet platform named Retty. This platform specializes in providing information about restaurants across Japan, with a focus on user-generated reviews and recommendations. It facilitates users to search for dining options based on store details and offers a social aspect by allowing individuals to share their restaurant experiences or plans with friends, making decision-making easier.

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.

ResultsOnAir

Pre Seed Round in 2015
ResultsOnAir OÜ is a data analytics company based in Tallinn, Estonia, that specializes in enhancing the effectiveness of television advertising. The company offers a predictive analytics platform that provides insights into TV ad performance, enabling advertisers and their agencies to optimize their advertising spend. By accurately capturing real-time web traffic generated by TV commercials, ResultsOnAir helps clients track customer journeys from initial visit to conversion. Its services include analytics evaluation, data processing, and pattern recognition, all aimed at maximizing return on investment for advertisers, with reported average returns exceeding 40%. ResultsOnAir's platform empowers clients to understand the lifetime revenue potential of their advertising campaigns, facilitating improved decision-making and strategic planning.

Dank1

Seed Round in 2015
Dank1, officially registered as DanKichi Ltd., is a company based in Osaka, Japan, that specializes in developing a mobile application for sports coaching. Founded on February 14, 2013, the company offers a platform where users can take online sports and dance lessons at their convenience, free from the constraints of traditional scheduling. Through its innovative app, Dank1 aims to facilitate skill development in various sports and dance disciplines, making quality coaching accessible anytime and anywhere.
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