Accord Ventures

Accord Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015. The firm focuses on supporting Asian entrepreneurs by investing in innovative startups across Japan, the United States, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia. Accord Ventures primarily targets the technology sector, emphasizing new technologies that deliver societal value, including Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and fintech solutions. The firm is particularly interested in platform businesses that leverage information technology to create new services and enhance existing offerings. With a portfolio of over 50 startups, Accord Ventures is dedicated to fostering growth and innovation in the region.

Takayuki Mizuki

Director

Yosuke Uchida

Partner and Director

38 past transactions

Yondemy

Seed Round in 2025
Yondemy Co., Ltd. is an online reading education platform based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2020. The company focuses on fostering reading habits in children aged five to fourteen through innovative features that include artificial intelligence-driven book selection guidance and engaging quiz-style lessons. By incorporating gamification elements such as leveling up and earning badges, Yondemy creates an interactive learning experience that encourages young readers to explore literature. Its approach aims to enhance children's awareness and enjoyment of reading without the necessity of verbal interaction, making reading accessible and fun.

ThinkFree

Seed Round in 2024
Founded in 1999, ThinkFree develops office productivity solutions. Its core product is Thinkfree Office, a secure on-premise suite offering seamless compatibility with Microsoft Office. It enables real-time collaboration and supports multiple languages, catering to diverse user bases.

Openrec

Venture Round in 2024
Openrec is a live-streaming platform specializing in game commentary and online event broadcasting.

Opt Fit

Series A in 2023
Opt Fit is a fitness industry that provides fitness, wellness and health-care services.

Mawari

Seed Round in 2023
Mawari develops cloud rendering and streaming technology for interactive augmented reality experiences. Its platform enables real-time rendering and distribution of 3D content in the cloud for XR devices and platforms, while an AR streaming SDK enables developers to render in the cloud and deliver results to smartphones and AR glasses. A core capability is compression technology that reduces 3D asset size without compromising visual fidelity, enabling scalable, low-latency streaming to consumer devices.

Galapagos Japan

Seed Round in 2020
Galapagos Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2009, specializing in AI-driven design and application development services. The firm provides solutions such as AIR Design, which focuses on marketing creative, and development services for mobile applications on iPhone and Android platforms. Galapagos aims to enhance the effectiveness of marketing technology by utilizing its platform to produce high-quality videos quickly and efficiently. The company supports its clients throughout the entire process, from planning and design to development and operation, thereby helping them achieve successful outcomes in a competitive application market.

Gtriip

Series B in 2020
Gtriip develops biometric-driven, document-less identity verification and contactless check-in technology for hotels and office environments. Its platform uses deep learning to match a guest's photo ID against a smartphone selfie, enabling secure, paper-free registration and remote check-in. The system provides a truly contactless experience for guests and staff by leveraging smartphone-based biometric verification at the point of entry. It has been deployed across hotels and access points, serving about 30,000 rooms and access points in customer hotels and offices. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Housmart

Series C in 2020
Housmart is a property investment media firm that integrates real estate expertise, design, and technology to enhance the housing experience. The company specializes in developing a property proposal system aimed at facilitating real estate brokerage sales. Housmart's platform automatically suggests pre-owned condominiums that align with customer requirements, streamlining the sales process. By leveraging technology, the firm enables sales personnel to efficiently communicate these tailored property recommendations, thereby helping clients accelerate their property transactions and improve turnover. Housmart's innovative approach aims to make the real estate market more accessible and efficient for both buyers and sellers.

StoreHub

Series A in 2020
StoreHub provides a cloud-based point-of-sale software and operating system for retail and food-and-beverage businesses, helping them digitize operations, grow revenue, and manage customers, inventory, and finances. Its platform offers real-time reporting, inventory management, and customer data collection, connecting traditional physical traders with online channels and giving users visibility into sales and inventory. The company serves more than 12,000 businesses across Southeast Asia and operates from offices in Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Manila, and Bangkok.

Spider Labs

Series A in 2019
Spider Labs, Ltd. is a cyber security company specializing in the detection and prevention of online advertising fraud. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company has developed an automated, AI-driven software solution known as Spider AF. This tool enables ad tech businesses, advertisers, and ad agencies to identify, block, and manage fraudulent clicks and conversions across their digital advertising campaigns. By offering centralized fraud management and advanced automation, Spider AF provides advertisers with enhanced transparency, allowing them to track ad placements, recognize fraudulent activities, and analyze reliable, fraud-free data.

Flow Solutions

Seed Round in 2019
Flow Solutions, Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, specializes in the development of an AI-powered platform known as InSight. This platform is designed to analyze store performance within the retail industry by integrating data from various retail analytic tools. Flow Solutions aims to empower retail executives by providing actionable insights that support data-centric decision-making. Additionally, the company facilitates data communication across retail chains using IoT and other retail data sources, helping businesses explore alternatives to improve their operations and strategies.

Interviewer.AI

Seed Round in 2019
Interviewer.AI is a company that specializes in revolutionizing the hiring process by integrating AI-driven assessments into early recruitment stages. The platform uses natural language processing, computer vision, and voice analytics to evaluate soft skills and other critical factors in job candidates. This approach helps recruiters and hiring managers quickly identify top talent from large applicant pools, reducing screening time by up to 80%. By automating repetitive tasks and minimizing bias, Interviewer.AI allows recruiters to focus on human connection and decision-making. The company has gained significant traction, with a growing user base of recruiters and thousands of candidates engaging monthly. Backed by industry leaders from prominent tech companies, Interviewer.AI is transforming the global hiring market by making it more efficient and fair.

WOBB

Seed Round in 2019
They help jobseekers find the perfect work culture for them, and they have a community of some of the most modern companies operating in Malaysia right now. Visit us on www.wobb.my.

O:

Venture Round in 2019
O: is an information technology company focused on developing a health management tool that visualizes the human circadian clock through an innovative IoT device. This technology is designed to enhance sleep quality and productivity by calculating optimal sleep timing and analyzing various factors affecting mental health and productivity. By utilizing an acceleration sensor, O: provides personalized insights to users, allowing for tailored sleep coaching. Additionally, the platform offers human resources departments valuable tools to manage employee health data effectively, promoting overall well-being in the workplace.

Luminoso

Series B in 2018
Luminoso Technologies, Inc., established in 2010 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in AI-driven text analytics and experience management solutions. The company's platform leverages artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and machine learning to derive insights from unstructured data, such as customer and employee feedback, product reviews, and open-ended survey responses. Luminoso empowers businesses to understand sentiment, make data-driven decisions, and enhance both customer and employee experiences. Its solutions are trusted by industry leaders and are designed to transform complex feedback into actionable strategies, driving growth and innovation.

Housmart

Series A in 2018
Housmart is a property investment media firm that integrates real estate expertise, design, and technology to enhance the housing experience. The company specializes in developing a property proposal system aimed at facilitating real estate brokerage sales. Housmart's platform automatically suggests pre-owned condominiums that align with customer requirements, streamlining the sales process. By leveraging technology, the firm enables sales personnel to efficiently communicate these tailored property recommendations, thereby helping clients accelerate their property transactions and improve turnover. Housmart's innovative approach aims to make the real estate market more accessible and efficient for both buyers and sellers.

Cicil Solusi Mitra Teknologi

Series A in 2018
Cicil Solusi Mitra Teknologi develops a financing platform to help students purchase products and services to support their studies. Based in Jakarta, Indonesia, the company offers education financing to meet the needs of students and educational institutions by guiding applicants through forms, evaluating credit scores, and approving financing for tuition and related expenses such as laptops. The platform enables learners to pay in installments through e-commerce platforms without using a credit card, facilitating tuition payment and other student expenses over time.

Roby

Seed Round in 2018
Roby is a conversational AI platform that automates building management tasks, enhancing workplace efficiency. It integrates with existing systems like HVAC, lighting, calendars, and support ticketing, offering chat and voice interfaces for facility requests. Roby automates repetitive tasks, provides data-driven insights, and improves operational efficiency while reducing energy costs and increasing occupant satisfaction.

LivingStyle

Venture Round in 2018
LivingStyle, Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in interior layout simulation services. The company operates a platform that utilizes web-based 3D technologies to assist clients in the interior design industry. By empowering users to visualize different floor plan arrangements, LivingStyle enables customers to make informed decisions about interior coordination and furniture selection based on specific room sizes. Through its innovative application platform, LivingStyle enhances the process of interior design, facilitating a user-friendly experience for both individuals and professionals in the field.

KDAN

Series A in 2018
Kdan Mobile Software Ltd. is a global company that specializes in mobile software applications and online services, aimed at enhancing productivity and creativity. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Tainan City, Taiwan, the company has expanded its presence with offices in Taipei, Huntingdon, Changsha, Beijing, and Tokyo. Kdan Mobile offers a variety of solutions, including Creativity 365, a comprehensive content creation suite featuring applications such as Animation Desk and Write-on Video, and Document 365, which provides tools for document management, including a PDF reader and online converting services. Other notable offerings include Kdan Cloud, a collaborative workspace, DottedSign for eSignature management, and Kdan PDF SDK for developers. Additionally, Kdan Mobile features My Markups for web page sharing and AniZone for video publishing and interaction. With over 200 million downloads globally, Kdan Mobile serves a diverse clientele, empowering users to create, distribute, and manage their projects effectively across various digital platforms.

BrightTable

Series A in 2018
BrightTable, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops and operates the gourmet Q&A application known as Pecotter. Founded in February 2012, BrightTable provides a gourmet concierge app designed to streamline the table reservation process for users. The application allows customers to input details such as the restaurant name, date, time, and party size, after which it facilitates the reservation by contacting the restaurant directly. This service aims to enhance the dining experience for food enthusiasts and socialites by making restaurant reservations convenient and hassle-free.

StoreHub

Series A in 2018
StoreHub provides a cloud-based point-of-sale software and operating system for retail and food-and-beverage businesses, helping them digitize operations, grow revenue, and manage customers, inventory, and finances. Its platform offers real-time reporting, inventory management, and customer data collection, connecting traditional physical traders with online channels and giving users visibility into sales and inventory. The company serves more than 12,000 businesses across Southeast Asia and operates from offices in Kuala Lumpur, Shanghai, Manila, and Bangkok.

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.

Zehitomo

Seed Round in 2017
Zehitomo is a Japanese online marketplace and matching platform that connects clients with local service professionals across categories such as photography and personal training. Founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, the company operates a fee-based platform that enables users to hire professionals and helps local service providers grow their businesses through high-volume bookings.

Hands Share

Venture Round in 2017
Tsuklink Corporation plans, develops and designs services such as Japan's largest construction matching site.

Tsukulink

Seed Round in 2017
Tsukulink is a job match matching platform for Japan’s construction industry that offers job opportunities for construction workers.

LiveIn

Series A in 2017
LiveIn is a leading online marketplace specializing in student accommodation, boasting over 20,000 listings. The company operates a real estate brokerage platform designed to assist young individuals with limited economic resources in finding affordable rental housing. LiveIn prioritizes the well-being of its clients and workers, ensuring a responsible approach to their services. The platform provides a seamless rental search experience, featuring fully furnished rooms equipped with complimentary WiFi, weekly housekeeping, and maintenance services. This enables customers to easily locate and book rental properties in their vicinity, making the process efficient and user-friendly.

Good Moneyger

Venture Round in 2017
Good Moneyger Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in delivering financial advice and consultation services. The company is known for its innovative approach to financial education, which includes gamification elements such as the "Asset Allocation" game developed in collaboration with the University of Tokyo. Additionally, Good Moneyger operates media platforms focused on financial learning, aiming to make financial education accessible and engaging.

AsiaYo

Series A in 2017
AsiaYo, founded in June 2013 and based in Taipei, is an online room booking platform that allows users to discover over 60,000 uniquely designed accommodations across 60 cities in Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Thailand, and Hong Kong. The platform connects local hosts with international travelers, enabling hosts to monetize their unused spaces. AsiaYo differentiates itself by offering promotional discounts and special coupons while imposing no service fees, allowing travelers to access accommodations that often surpass traditional hospitality standards at competitive prices. This approach not only enhances the travel experience but also supports local economies by promoting unique lodging options.

Sprocket

Series A in 2017
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2014, Sprocket develops a web-based customer development platform. It offers a tool for optimizing digital communication across user touchpoints, integrating real-time personalization, multi-channel messaging, behavioral data analysis, and AI-driven insights.

Peatix

Series C in 2016
Peatix Inc. is a global event registration platform founded in 2011 and based in Tokyo, Japan. It provides event organizers with a suite of tools to create, promote, manage, and sell tickets for a variety of events, ranging from concerts to conferences. The platform facilitates a seamless ticketing experience, allowing attendees to easily purchase tickets while also discovering events that align with their interests. Peatix has served over 30,000 events since its inception and is known for its mobile-centric approach, enhancing the event experience through social interactions and event discovery features available on its mobile applications and website. The company has expanded its operations to the United States and Singapore and offers competitive ticketing fees along with customizable event pages for organizers. Peatix aims to connect individuals with shared passions and foster vibrant communities through diverse experiences.

VELDT

Seed Round in 2016
VELDT Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in developing wearable technology and Internet of Things (IoT) products. The company is known for its innovative smartwatches, including the VELDT SERENDIPITY, which combines traditional analog design with modern connectivity features. These devices are designed to help users regain time spent on smartphones, encouraging them to explore their surroundings and discover new experiences. VELDT's products, which also include luxury timepieces, aim to enhance daily routines by providing valuable data related to fitness and health through a blend of transparent light and discreet displays. The company serves a global customer base through retail outlets in Japan and online platforms, gaining recognition for its functional design and clear conceptual approach to technology.

LivingStyle

Series A in 2016
LivingStyle, Inc., founded in 2007 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in interior layout simulation services. The company operates a platform that utilizes web-based 3D technologies to assist clients in the interior design industry. By empowering users to visualize different floor plan arrangements, LivingStyle enables customers to make informed decisions about interior coordination and furniture selection based on specific room sizes. Through its innovative application platform, LivingStyle enhances the process of interior design, facilitating a user-friendly experience for both individuals and professionals in the field.

Paradise Ware

Venture Round in 2015
Paradise Ware is an IT consulting firm that provides project management training and software development services.

Spika

Seed Round in 2015
Spika Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in April 2014. It specializes in developing an application known as Nailbook, which serves as a photo-sharing platform focused on nail art designs. The service provides users with access to a diverse collection of nail design photos, catering to both enthusiasts and professionals in the beauty industry. Through its innovative approach, Spika aims to enhance creativity and engagement within the nail art community.

Uncover Truth

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.
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