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KVP, also known as KLab Venture Partners, is a Tokyo-based venture capital firm that focuses on investing in seed-stage startups in the innovative Internet business sector. With a wealth of resources and support from the KLab Group, KVP aims to help startups become global leaders and achieve significant growth. Aside from providing financial backing, KVP offers various forms of business assistance, including development consulting, sales support, and international marketing support. Their experienced team works closely with founders to develop strategies and policies to drive innovation and success in the market.

Satoshi Hagiya

Senior Associate

Asuka Kasai

Associate

Hiroshi Mihayashi

Partner

Hirokazu Nagano

Founder, President and CEO

Yasukazu Nagano

President and CEO

139 past transactions

A23s

Seed Round in 2025
A23s is a legal firm that provides lawyer consultation and document creation services online with cloud-based technology.

AuthenticAI

Seed Round in 2025
AuthenticAI which develops and provides a generative AI platform for businesses. AuthenticAI provides solutions and products using generative AI.

hicrea

Pre Seed Round in 2025
hicrea is an AI-powered SaaS platform for fashion companies.

Josh Collaboration

Seed Round in 2025
Josh Collaboration is a software company that provides mailing, fax transmission, and partner management services.

DrumRole

Seed Round in 2025
DrumRole Co is a process management services provider for the small factories and manufacturing industry.

Nicoli

Seed Round in 2025
Nicoli is a company that creates content and advertisements that increase happy time for parents and children .

Hagino

Seed Round in 2025
Hagino is a recruitment company that provides paid employment services for the hotel and lodging industries.

Argos

Seed Round in 2024
Argos provides the online insurance medical treatment service.

AimyTech

Venture Round in 2024
Aimytech is focused on developing buyer enablement tools aimed at enhancing business negotiations from the buyer's perspective. The company offers a cloud-based sales support service that incorporates various purchasing resources and advanced analytics features, such as scoring and yield analysis. By promoting a customer-oriented approach, Aimytech aims to improve sales activities and facilitate better decision-making for purchasers.

AVA Intelligence

Venture Round in 2024
AVA Intelligence Inc. is a company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-based software solution focused on personalized travel recommendations. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with an additional office in Shibuya, the company provides services that include a travel information platform. This platform allows users to search for travel destinations based on their personality traits and specific travel conditions, such as purpose and preferences. It consolidates various travel details, including sightseeing spots, restaurants, accommodations, and activities, into a single interface, thereby streamlining the travel planning process. By offering tailored suggestions, AVA Intelligence aims to enhance the travel experience while saving users time and effort by eliminating the need to navigate multiple travel information sources.

Joycle

Seed Round in 2024
JOYCLE is a waste management company that specializes in trash recycling, disposal, and environmental consulting services.

Nekonome

Seed Round in 2024
Nekonome creates a game platform with global character designs, in-game updates, and regular events, providing a personalized gaming experience based on data.

Livetoon

Seed Round in 2024
Livetoon is an online platform that uses artificial intelligence to produce content using intellectual property characters.

Brace

Seed Round in 2024
Brace is an online dental service provider that offers orthodontic treatment and electronic medical records.

Teammately

Seed Round in 2024
Teammately is the "AI AI-Engineer" - AI Agent that autonomously builds and tests numerous AI logics/architecture patterns to find the best, pursuing the given objectives.

Paradigm AI

Seed Round in 2024
Paradigm AI is an entertainment firm that produces songs and creates virtual human idols using generative AI.

FAcraft

Pre Seed Round in 2024
FAcraft is a engineer matching platform that offers web design and video production solutions, including planning and operation services.

Amu

Seed Round in 2024
Amu is an upcycling company that specialises in creating new products and sustainable goods by upcycling old fishing nets.

MOVeLOT

Seed Round in 2024
MOVeLOT is an AI company that provides skeletal platform and robot planning, development, and production services.

Fotographer AI

Seed Round in 2023
Fotographer.ai is a service that allows e-commerce companies and individuals interested in advertising creatives to generate product photos automatically for use on their websites and in marketing. Product photos for websites and commercials that need to be taken for each campaign or season can be generated using generative AI.

3S

Venture Round in 2023
3S is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that specializes in providing a platform for 24-hour home nursing care services. The platform is designed to support nursing care offices by facilitating connections between families and care providers. It enables families to easily search for and book care services, while also allowing care providers to manage their schedules and communicate effectively with families. Through its technology, 3S aims to streamline the process of accessing home nursing care, enhancing the overall experience for both families and caregivers.

Tie Ups

Seed Round in 2023
TieUps is a company that specializes in integrated marketing services through its online community platform. The platform leverages design and artificial intelligence technology to enhance the recall rate of communities, ultimately helping businesses boost product sales and revenue. By focusing on the intersection of social networking and marketing, TieUps aims to provide effective solutions that facilitate community engagement and drive business growth.

Dots For

Seed Round in 2023
Dots For is a technology company dedicated to enhancing the lives of rural residents, particularly in Africa, by addressing the digital divide. The company focuses on eliminating the disadvantages faced by these communities through the development of low-cost, distributed communication networks. By utilizing wireless technology, Dots For builds infrastructure in villages quickly, ensuring reliable internet access. This enables residents to access various online services affordably, thereby empowering them with digital tools and resources that were previously out of reach. Through its innovative approach, Dots For aims to create sustainable solutions that improve connectivity and foster economic growth in rural areas.

Fotographer AI

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Fotographer.ai is a service that allows e-commerce companies and individuals interested in advertising creatives to generate product photos automatically for use on their websites and in marketing. Product photos for websites and commercials that need to be taken for each campaign or season can be generated using generative AI.

Ukka

Seed Round in 2022
Ukka Inc. operates a direct-to-consumer platform that connects consumers with manufacturers of agricultural products, including those from farming, fisheries, and processed goods. Founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the company offers an online procurement service that allows producers to list their products, enabling consumers to purchase these commodities directly. Ukka's platform aims to streamline the supply chain by networking production areas with processing companies, thereby facilitating the procurement of food-processing raw materials and enhancing operational efficiency for producers and manufacturers. Through its innovative approach, Ukka fosters improvements in the food supply chain.

Nat

Seed Round in 2022
Nat is a developer of advanced 3D scanning and AI surveying technology focused on the housing and construction markets. The company aims to transform everyday life and work by offering innovative products that integrate seamlessly into society. Its platform allows users to create accurate 3D models through simple scans, leveraging data analysis to uncover new value. This technology is particularly beneficial for the housing industry, where precision in surveys and blueprints is crucial, achieving measurement accuracy down to millimeters. Nat’s commitment to enhancing everyday experiences positions its solutions as essential tools in modern construction and housing-related activities.

Sales Marker

Seed Round in 2022
Sales Marker is a sales intelligence platform that leverages artificial intelligence and intent data to enhance the sales process. It provides automated sales tools specifically designed for Japanese marketing experts, facilitating the generation of customer leads and referrals. The platform imports lead information to organize scattered leads within a company, allowing for a more integrated sales and marketing approach. This enables businesses to streamline their sales activities, ultimately transforming them into processes that resonate with customers.

ventus Japan

Series A in 2021
ventus is an Media and Entertainment based company.ventus aiming to be an entertainment company that provides technology that all fans can enjoy.

Dirigio

Series A in 2021
DIRIGIO, Inc. is a Japanese company established in 2016, specializing in the development of a mobile order and pay application known as PICKS. The application facilitates a cashless transaction process, allowing users to pre-order food, browse restaurant menus, and make payments directly from their smartphones. This streamlined platform enables customers to discover various dining options and receive freshly prepared meals without waiting in line, enhancing the overall convenience of the takeout experience. Through its innovative approach, DIRIGIO aims to simplify the ordering process while improving customer satisfaction in the food service industry.

HANOWA

Seed Round in 2021
Hanowa operates a matching platform that connects freelance dental hygienists with dental clinics seeking temporary staff. This service caters to dental care professionals looking for flexible work opportunities, whether for side jobs, study purposes, or career transitions. By facilitating the connection between dental hygienists and clinics needing coverage for unavailable staff, Hanowa enhances workforce flexibility in the dental sector.

3Sunny

Venture Round in 2021
3Sunny is a healthcare company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in July 2016. The company focuses on addressing medical care challenges through the use of technology, aiming to create a reliable healthcare environment. It provides support for medical social workers and discharge coordinating nurses in hospitals by streamlining their daily operations. This enables healthcare professionals to effectively tackle medical care issues, ultimately enhancing the overall experience for patients and ensuring that everyone can feel at ease.

LBV

Seed Round in 2021
LBV is a Software-as-a-Service management platform that focuses on the centralized management of corporate accounts and billing information. The platform automates various account management tasks, allowing users to track usage fees across different departments through a unified dashboard. This functionality supports organizations in managing accounts that are entering and leaving the company, ensuring smooth operational processes without errors. By streamlining these tasks, LBV enables companies to reduce costs through enhanced process automation and optimization.

Yuimex

Seed Round in 2021
Yuimex specializes in copyright, digital content, animation, and network entertainment services. The company offers a platform that delivers official animation data using blockchain technology. This innovative approach allows Yuimex to collect high-resolution digital data from individual scenes of anime works. By doing so, it enables businesses to access a range of digital-based services in a streamlined manner, enhancing their capabilities in content planning and network entertainment.

Srush

Seed Round in 2020
Srush, Inc. is a technology company based in Shinagawa, Japan, founded in 2019. It specializes in developing a sales information platform that enhances sales engagement by automating various tasks, such as appointment scheduling, customer information collection, and documentation related to negotiations. The platform serves as a centralized tool for sales professionals, leveraging artificial intelligence to analyze and score sales activity data, including email communications and calendar entries. By streamlining daily sales activities, Srush's solution helps sales personnel manage their workflows more efficiently, ultimately reducing the risk of economic loss and fostering productive business interactions.

Torana

Series A in 2020
Torana, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the rental of educational toys through a subscription service known as "Toysub!" This service is designed for infants and toddlers, providing toys that adapt as children grow. Currently, Toysub! caters to approximately 15,000 households in Japan and has expanded its reach to Taiwan. By leveraging data from over 400,000 toy evaluations and more than 100,000 planning sessions, Torana has developed a systematic approach to select and deliver high-quality toys that support children's developmental needs. The company's mission is to enhance the quality time spent between parents and their children.

Tsunagu.AI

Seed Round in 2020
Tsunagu.AI, Inc. is a technology company based in Chiyoda, Japan, focused on designing and developing an artificial intelligence-based software solution for front-end web development. Its primary product, Front-end.AI, is a low-code platform that streamlines the website development process by automating simple tasks. This software empowers web engineers to enhance their creativity by integrating and learning from multiple machine learning models, including deep learning techniques. Founded in 2017, Tsunagu.AI aims to optimize the coding workflow for website production, allowing users to focus on more complex and creative aspects of development.

Zenjinmitou

Venture Round in 2020
Zenjinmitou Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in career support services for non-university graduates. Established in 2018, it offers career consultations for venture managers and facilitates the introduction of job opportunities and external services. The company aims to minimize the mismatch between job seekers and employers, helping clients secure positions that align with their skills and preferences. Additionally, Zenjinmitou provides agent services tailored for startups, further enhancing its focus on bridging the gap in the labor market.

STRARTS

Venture Round in 2020
STRARTS provides a wide range of web service production and offers strategic planning and consultation.

Roundz

Seed Round in 2020
Roundz, Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in solutions for telework and remote work. Founded in 2018, it offers a communication platform that facilitates real-time connections among office colleagues. Roundz provides a voice-connected virtual office tool that allows users to engage in conversations without the use of cameras, ensuring a secure virtual environment. The platform enhances communication efficiency by automatically displaying users' statuses based on their calendar schedules. Additionally, Roundz operates Shigotoba, a web media outlet focused on telework and remote work topics.

Automationlab

Seed Round in 2020
Automationlab improves customer productivity and creating new value through business automation. The company supports a company's growth by exposing and improving the inefficient operations hidden in the enterprise and promoting the concentration of resources in core operations and creative operations. By using automation, such as linking between SaaS using AI, RPA, and API, we will improve work more dramatically than before and redefine the way of work. Robots substitute for all tasks that can be “proceduralized,” focusing on value creation that only humans can do. I believe that "aim" to achieve that is the true meaning of automation.

Portl

Seed Round in 2020
Portl is a digital platform that integrates advanced sensors and proprietary fitness technologies with artificial intelligence to offer holistic health solutions for consumers and athletes. The company has developed a personalized fitness and wellness smart mirror that combines fitness, technology, and media in a single device. This innovative mirror provides users with tailored healthcare services, real-time fitness tracking, and wellness support, including form feedback and telemedicine capabilities. Additionally, it features embedded health monitoring tools that allow customers to effectively analyze their health and maintain their fitness goals.

alma

Seed Round in 2020
alma is an experimentation company that makes design accessible to everyone. The company also conducts a range of experiments in the design field, such as cocoda and centou, which are design reference services created by everyone.

Compass

Seed Round in 2020
Compass Inc. is a company based in Kobe, Japan, founded in 2017, that specializes in career consultation services. It operates an online platform named Choice, which connects users with qualified career consultants to discuss professional development and navigate various life stages. The platform aims to help individuals identify challenges and improve their living conditions. Additionally, Compass Inc. has developed several applications, including Mother Helper, a digital maternity notebook with consultation features, Gap0, a job registration solution, and World Compass, a website dedicated to career advancement and work style information.

Qubena

Venture Round in 2020
Qubena is an educational technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in artificial intelligence solutions. The platform is designed to assess each child's strengths and weaknesses, providing personalized learning experiences. By utilizing AI, Qubena develops software that enables students to address study-related queries online. Additionally, the platform assists parents by analyzing their children's performance, highlighting both areas of improvement and strengths. This approach aims to enhance the educational experience for students while offering valuable insights to parents.

Frembassy

Seed Round in 2020
Frembassy, Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2015, that specializes in an online marketplace for plant-based food products. The company operates Vegewel Marche, which sells various vegetable food items, and provides the Vegewel restaurant guide, a web portal that helps users locate restaurants in Japan catering to specific dietary needs, such as vegetarian options and food allergies. Additionally, Frembassy runs Vegewel Style, a web magazine focused on healthy recipes. The company's mission encompasses promoting sustainable consumption choices while expanding its business model to create a positive social impact.

Soundraw

Seed Round in 2020
SOUNDRAW Inc. operates an AI-driven platform that enables users to generate and produce royalty-free music tailored for various creative projects, particularly for video creators. Founded in 2020 and located in Minato, Japan, the company offers software that allows users to select specific moods, genres, and lengths for their desired music. The platform utilizes artificial intelligence to generate songs in seconds, providing an intuitive interface that facilitates easy customization. This innovative approach assists musicians and content creators in efficiently crafting unique soundtracks that align with their artistic vision.

Casie

Seed Round in 2020
Casie is an online painting rental subscription platform that allows customers to enjoy art without the need for purchase. It offers a diverse selection of contemporary artworks for individuals, art stores, hospitals, and offices to choose from. Users can borrow paintings tailored to their preferences, regardless of their prior knowledge of art, and have them conveniently delivered to their doorstep. Casie's service aims to make art more accessible and enjoyable, facilitating the decoration and exchange of artwork in various settings.

Famione

Series A in 2020
FamiOne, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015 that focuses on providing an online content platform aimed at assisting couples with family planning. The company offers a range of services, including FLIPP, a tailored package for women that includes personal services, supplements, food, and monthly books for pre- and post-pregnancy support. FamiOne also features a membership-based online community that offers consultations on pregnancy and infertility issues, connecting users with fertility specialists, such as certified infertility nurses, clinical psychologists, and midwives. Additionally, the company operates a media site called famit, which provides valuable information and resources related to family planning, fertility, and infertility treatments, fostering informed decision-making for couples on their journey to parenthood.

Open Room

Seed Round in 2020
Open Room Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, is a real estate technology company that offers an online platform designed to streamline property proposals for real estate brokers. The platform enables brokers to complete all property proposals for their clients in a single session, utilizing information technology to enhance efficiencies in the real estate sector. Open Room's cloud-based solution automatically recognizes and categorizes information from drawing data, creating a comprehensive property database. This automation allows real estate professionals to manage property inquiries effectively without the need for manual input, thereby improving the overall workflow and responsiveness in the industry.

Theoria Japan

Seed Round in 2020
Theoria, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates a specialized finance consulting platform known as Okane. This question and answer service allows general consumers to consult with finance professionals at no cost. Users can seek guidance on various financial topics, including household management, asset management, insurance, and mortgages. Theoria's platform is designed to provide prompt responses, ensuring that users receive accurate and helpful information regarding their financial concerns efficiently.

Buzzreach

Seed Round in 2020
Buzzreach Inc. is a healthcare technology company founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan. It specializes in a patient recruitment platform that connects individuals with clinical trials suitable for their medical conditions. The platform not only facilitates this connection but also fosters patient communities to enhance the understanding of health and wellness among participants and medical professionals. Additionally, Buzzreach offers various services, including feasibility selection, facility selection, project management, and an API service that leverages patient registration information and IT infrastructure. By bridging the gap between patients and pharmaceutical companies, Buzzreach aims to streamline the clinical trial process and improve health outcomes.

SpaceEngine

Seed Round in 2020
SpaceEngine Co., Ltd. operates an online wholesale and procurement marketplace that facilitates connections between makers and brands seeking to sell products and retailers looking to stock new items. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Chiyoda, Japan, the platform aims to streamline the procurement process, allowing brands to efficiently reach stores while providing retailers with access to a diverse range of products.

Clear

Venture Round in 2020
Clear Inc. is an IT corporation based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in web media services with a focus on the sake brewing industry. Founded in 2013, the company provides comprehensive information about the sake market, including trends, legal developments, and challenges faced by brewers both domestically and internationally. Clear aims to enhance understanding of the sake business by offering insights into various aspects such as liquor tax law revisions, overseas brewing opportunities, and marketing strategies. Through its services, the company enables stakeholders to access valuable information, thereby contributing to the growth and innovation within the sake industry.

Orosy

Seed Round in 2020
Orosy is a Tokyo-based company that operates a wholesale marketplace designed to connect small retailers with makers, craft brands, and smaller manufacturers. By facilitating direct access to these suppliers, Orosy helps retailers discover and purchase unique products for their stores. The company's offerings include market development, account management, store credit, and invoicing services, which streamline the purchasing process for both retailers and brands. Orosy has successfully raised $3.4 million in Seed funding to support its growth and enhance its services in the wholesale market.

Netelly

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Netelly, Inc., founded in 2019 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a media entertainment company focused on video production and distribution. It operates an entertainment application that serves as a platform for online video content, including dramas, comedies, and reality shows. Netelly aims to transform society through entertainment by enhancing collaboration within the industry, which in turn fosters business growth. The company's platform includes an internet television station and a digital media network, designed to support the next generation of infrastructure for live-streaming videos and improve operational efficiency in the entertainment sector.

444

Seed Round in 2020
444 is an IT skill data company that develops a platform that visualizes IT skills to solve problems in recruitment, evaluation, and development. It was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Tokyo.

Japan Legal System Institute

Seed Round in 2019
Japan Legal System Institute Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing a knowledge management system known as "LAWGUE." This editor-type platform is designed to address challenges in legal work by facilitating the creation and management of legal documents in a centralized location. By leveraging technology, the institute aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of legal processes, ultimately providing solutions that exceed user expectations.

Piazza

Series A in 2019
Piazza, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing mobile applications aimed at providing regional information to residents in Japan. The company's focus extends to facilitating the development of new towns and communities by engaging various stakeholders involved in urban planning and community building. Through its innovative applications, Piazza seeks to enhance local connectivity and improve the quality of life for residents.

Torana

Seed Round in 2019
Torana, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the rental of educational toys through a subscription service known as "Toysub!" This service is designed for infants and toddlers, providing toys that adapt as children grow. Currently, Toysub! caters to approximately 15,000 households in Japan and has expanded its reach to Taiwan. By leveraging data from over 400,000 toy evaluations and more than 100,000 planning sessions, Torana has developed a systematic approach to select and deliver high-quality toys that support children's developmental needs. The company's mission is to enhance the quality time spent between parents and their children.

Crunch Style

Venture Round in 2019
Crunch Style is a flower subscription service that makes it easy to make a flowery life.Deliver seasonal flowers from approximately 70 florists nationwide. Since it is delivered to the post in a special box, you can receive it even if you are away from work or going out.

Vark

Series A in 2019
Vark is a company that specializes in virtual reality technology, focusing on the production of virtual concert experiences. Established in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, Vark has developed a platform that allows users to engage in live performances within a Metaverse environment. This innovative platform enables individuals to attend events at scheduled times, providing access to immersive entertainment content and opportunities to enjoy performances by various artists. Through its unique approach, Vark aims to enhance the way audiences experience live music events in a virtual setting.

Hexabase

Seed Round in 2019
Hexabase, previously known as Beee Technology, is a venture company focused on providing in-house IT services tailored for corporations. The company aims to address business challenges faced by corporate clients by leveraging advanced IT technologies. Hexabase specializes in offering cloud services and enterprise backend as a service (EBaaS), which are designed to enhance the development of web applications and corporate systems. Their platform streamlines and accelerates web system development, allowing businesses to reorganize workflows and manage their processes more efficiently through digital solutions.

Yutori

Venture Round in 2019
Yutori Inc, founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates an online community focused on the sale of second-hand apparel. The company engages in both retail and wholesale activities, creating brands that reflect the diversity of digital culture through media and personal narratives. Yutori manages all aspects of its operations, from product planning to sales, without relying on intermediary distributors or retailers. In addition to its core apparel business, Yutori is involved in the intellectual property sector, specifically managing virtual influencers. As of August 2020, Yutori operates as a subsidiary of ZOZO, Inc. and is working towards expanding its presence across Asia.

IMCF

Venture Round in 2019
IMCF is a brand incubation company focused on supporting fashion designers by providing essential financial, marketing, and promotional assistance. Its primary goal is to create an environment where designers can concentrate on their creative work while IMCF manages all other operational tasks. By investing in emerging designers, IMCF fosters new value creation and guides entrepreneurs in transforming their ideas into successful brands. The company also emphasizes a collaborative approach, acting as a unified business partner to tackle challenges alongside the designers. Through its support, IMCF enables designers to acquire knowledge of the business and marketing processes, ultimately streamlining the launch of their brands and minimizing associated costs and time.

Ukka

Venture Round in 2019
Ukka Inc. operates a direct-to-consumer platform that connects consumers with manufacturers of agricultural products, including those from farming, fisheries, and processed goods. Founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the company offers an online procurement service that allows producers to list their products, enabling consumers to purchase these commodities directly. Ukka's platform aims to streamline the supply chain by networking production areas with processing companies, thereby facilitating the procurement of food-processing raw materials and enhancing operational efficiency for producers and manufacturers. Through its innovative approach, Ukka fosters improvements in the food supply chain.

efit

Venture Round in 2019
Efit Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2017 that specializes in developing an investment platform called QUOREA. This platform facilitates automated trading by utilizing advanced artificial intelligence to collect and analyze information, enabling users to engage in technical investments with ease. By simplifying the trading process, Efit aims to make investing accessible to a broader audience, including those who may lack extensive financial knowledge. The platform focuses on virtual currencies and offers a user-friendly experience that supports traders in managing and growing their wealth.

FAST JAPAN

Venture Round in 2019
FAST JAPAN, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015 that specializes in providing online travel information services for various destinations across Japan. The company offers a comprehensive range of resources, including details on food, events, souvenirs, festivals, cultural experiences, accommodations, shopping, and activities in prominent cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Yokohama, Kobe, Hiroshima, Okinawa, Fukuoka, and Hokkaido. By curating useful information for travelers, FAST JAPAN aims to enhance the travel experience in Japan.

Shuuumatu Worker

Corporate Round in 2019
Shuuumatu Worker Co., Ltd., founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing job listing and recruitment services that connect individuals seeking side jobs with startup companies. The company focuses on facilitating employment opportunities for those looking to work on weekends and weekday evenings. Through its human resource platform, Shuuumatu Worker aims to enhance the quality of services offered by businesses while helping clients expand their reach within the market. By matching side business employees with suitable companies, the platform fosters a collaborative environment that benefits both job seekers and employers.

Buzzreach

Seed Round in 2019
Buzzreach Inc. is a healthcare technology company founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan. It specializes in a patient recruitment platform that connects individuals with clinical trials suitable for their medical conditions. The platform not only facilitates this connection but also fosters patient communities to enhance the understanding of health and wellness among participants and medical professionals. Additionally, Buzzreach offers various services, including feasibility selection, facility selection, project management, and an API service that leverages patient registration information and IT infrastructure. By bridging the gap between patients and pharmaceutical companies, Buzzreach aims to streamline the clinical trial process and improve health outcomes.

Dirigio

Seed Round in 2019
DIRIGIO, Inc. is a Japanese company established in 2016, specializing in the development of a mobile order and pay application known as PICKS. The application facilitates a cashless transaction process, allowing users to pre-order food, browse restaurant menus, and make payments directly from their smartphones. This streamlined platform enables customers to discover various dining options and receive freshly prepared meals without waiting in line, enhancing the overall convenience of the takeout experience. Through its innovative approach, DIRIGIO aims to simplify the ordering process while improving customer satisfaction in the food service industry.

Pricebook

Series D in 2019
Pricebook Co., Ltd. is a company based in Indonesia that provides a shopping search engine focused on gadgets for consumers in Southeast Asia. The platform aims to bridge the information gap between consumers and businesses by offering comprehensive price comparison services. Through its search engine, Pricebook aggregates product information, including reviews, specifications, and availability in both online and offline stores. This enables customers to make informed purchasing decisions by easily comparing products and prices across various retailers. The company is positioned to capitalize on the rapidly growing e-commerce market in the region, striving to become the leading platform for online shoppers.

Shinmirai

Seed Round in 2019
Shinmirai Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in timber distribution and related services. The company focuses on transforming closed timber distribution systems by converting the inventories of forestry workers, sawmills, and lumber shops into valuable information. This innovative approach facilitates access to timber distribution services for clients, including matching platforms that connect timber businesses with designers. Shinmirai is committed to creating a sustainable forest ecosystem, ensuring that natural resources are preserved for future generations.

Cottea

Venture Round in 2018
COTTEA is made to easily provide coffee that suits each taste. For that, I had to drink and study various coffees. In addition, various ideas are applied to convey the taste of coffee in an easy-to-understand manner.

Coconomi

Seed Round in 2018
Coconomi, Inc. is a home delivery service based in Kobe City, Japan, that specializes in providing a wide range of organic and fresh food products. Founded in 2017, the company offers a selection of leafy and root vegetables, fruits, potatoes, mushrooms, legumes, condiments, and processed goods through its customized vegetable delivery platform. Coconomi caters to local individuals and families, enabling them to choose from a diverse array of organic, gluten-free, and vegan food options, all delivered directly to their homes. As of September 30, 2020, Coconomi operates as a subsidiary of Marimo Holdings, Inc.

Clear

Venture Round in 2018
Clear Inc. is an IT corporation based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in web media services with a focus on the sake brewing industry. Founded in 2013, the company provides comprehensive information about the sake market, including trends, legal developments, and challenges faced by brewers both domestically and internationally. Clear aims to enhance understanding of the sake business by offering insights into various aspects such as liquor tax law revisions, overseas brewing opportunities, and marketing strategies. Through its services, the company enables stakeholders to access valuable information, thereby contributing to the growth and innovation within the sake industry.

INNOVATION NEXT

Venture Round in 2018
Innovation Next is a system solutions company that promotes operational efficiency and work style reform through cutting-edge technology

Next Innovation

Venture Round in 2018
Next Innovation Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Osaka. It specializes in telemedicine and online medical services, particularly focusing on providing an Internet-based platform that connects women with healthcare professionals to address menstrual and sexual health issues. In addition to its telemedicine offerings, the company develops and operates software solutions tailored for the healthcare industry, and it provides consulting services to medical institutions and long-term care facilities. As of October 2013, Next Innovation operates as a subsidiary of U-Next Co., Ltd.

Regulus Technologies

Venture Round in 2018
RegulusTechnologies, founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in software development and consulting services. The company focuses on creating innovative solutions, including a personal assistant chatbot designed to streamline scheduling for employees. This chatbot integrates seamlessly with Google Calendar and Outlook, allowing users to arrange meetings effortlessly by sharing a unique URL. Additionally, it collects essential user information such as names, preferred work locations, and working hours. By automating the appointment-setting process, RegulusTechnologies aims to reduce the workload of call centers, particularly for employment interview arrangements.

SOEJU

Seed Round in 2018
SOEJU is an online clothing store that offers individual outfits for customers based on the contents of face-to-face and online counseling.

Zehitomo

Series A in 2018
Zehitomo Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that operates a fee-based online platform designed to connect clients with local service professionals in Japan. Founded in 2015, the platform facilitates the hiring of various experts, including photographers and personal trainers, by allowing users to find and engage with specialized professionals across multiple fields. This service not only empowers clients to easily access the expertise they need but also helps local professionals expand their businesses and enhance profitability through increased customer volume.

Flare

Seed Round in 2018
Flare (Thailand) Co., Ltd. is a Bangkok-based company founded in 2017 that focuses on maximizing revenue opportunities for drivers through its innovative platform. The company offers Flare Analytics, a cloud-based solution that analyzes driving data and visualizes driver behavior, and Flare Dash, a professional driver management platform. Additionally, FlareAD serves as a car-wrap advertising matching platform, connecting drivers with advertising campaigns. This mobile application allows car owners to register their vehicles, select advertising opportunities, and earn remuneration based on their driving activity. The platform enables brands to track ad impressions, providing a comprehensive service for the automobile industry that enhances advertising effectiveness.

Teritoru

Seed Round in 2018
Teritoru offers web development design consignment business, real estate leasing and brokerage, and real estate customer attraction site development and operation.

Shuuumatu Worker

Venture Round in 2018
Shuuumatu Worker Co., Ltd., founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing job listing and recruitment services that connect individuals seeking side jobs with startup companies. The company focuses on facilitating employment opportunities for those looking to work on weekends and weekday evenings. Through its human resource platform, Shuuumatu Worker aims to enhance the quality of services offered by businesses while helping clients expand their reach within the market. By matching side business employees with suitable companies, the platform fosters a collaborative environment that benefits both job seekers and employers.

Dirigio

Seed Round in 2018
DIRIGIO, Inc. is a Japanese company established in 2016, specializing in the development of a mobile order and pay application known as PICKS. The application facilitates a cashless transaction process, allowing users to pre-order food, browse restaurant menus, and make payments directly from their smartphones. This streamlined platform enables customers to discover various dining options and receive freshly prepared meals without waiting in line, enhancing the overall convenience of the takeout experience. Through its innovative approach, DIRIGIO aims to simplify the ordering process while improving customer satisfaction in the food service industry.

IMCF

Venture Round in 2018
IMCF is a brand incubation company focused on supporting fashion designers by providing essential financial, marketing, and promotional assistance. Its primary goal is to create an environment where designers can concentrate on their creative work while IMCF manages all other operational tasks. By investing in emerging designers, IMCF fosters new value creation and guides entrepreneurs in transforming their ideas into successful brands. The company also emphasizes a collaborative approach, acting as a unified business partner to tackle challenges alongside the designers. Through its support, IMCF enables designers to acquire knowledge of the business and marketing processes, ultimately streamlining the launch of their brands and minimizing associated costs and time.

Sukedachi

Series A in 2018
Sukedachi Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing a mobile application aimed at the construction industry. The application connects construction sites with skilled craftsmen by allowing workers to receive notifications about job opportunities tailored to their pre-registered criteria, such as location and expertise. This service addresses the unique dynamics of the Japanese construction market, where workers often operate as both job seekers and small business owners. By facilitating direct communication between craftsmen and construction sites, Sukedachi effectively helps alleviate the chronic manpower shortages faced by constructors, enabling on-demand recruitment that meets their specific needs.

TANOsim

Venture Round in 2018
TANOsim Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in crowdsourcing services for the production of 3D computer graphics (3DCG), video games, and virtual reality content. The company has developed platforms, such as CG Crowd, which connect businesses with professionals across various industries including video, visual effects, gaming, pachinko, augmented reality, and 3D printing. Additionally, TANOsim offers software solutions that cater to diverse sectors such as medical care, entertainment, and architecture. Their software facilitates the creation of customized graphics tailored to specific client needs, supporting applications in animation, movies, product design, and emerging technologies like virtual and augmented reality.

Game Server Services

Private Equity Round in 2018
Game Server Services, Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Kitanagoya, Japan, specializes in providing a server-less architecture tailored for game development. The company develops a game server platform that simplifies the development, operation, and maintenance of games, particularly for mobile applications. Its offerings include a software development kit (SDK) for game engines, which features tools for data freshness management and local caching to minimize unnecessary communication. This allows developers to focus on core game logic rather than infrastructure concerns. Additionally, Game Server Services provides application programming interfaces (APIs) for essential functions such as account management, billing currency management, and event schedule management, ultimately enhancing development efficiency and reducing potential errors in infrastructure design and implementation.

Noin

Series A in 2018
Noin, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in online content creation and media development services, particularly in the cosmetics industry. The company focuses on delivering engaging content that resonates with contemporary trends, including videos that address common concerns among young women. In addition to content creation, Noin provides sales account management and social media management services for online businesses, helping clients enhance their digital presence and reach their target audiences effectively.

Crunch Style

Venture Round in 2018
Crunch Style is a flower subscription service that makes it easy to make a flowery life.Deliver seasonal flowers from approximately 70 florists nationwide. Since it is delivered to the post in a special box, you can receive it even if you are away from work or going out.

Sasuke Financial Lab

Venture Round in 2018
Sasuke Financial Lab is a provider of a digital financial planning platform that focuses on addressing various financial concerns and challenges. The company operates a digital insurance agency and offers a range of services including insurance and financial advice, asset management consultations, and guidance on mortgage, inheritance, tax savings, life insurance, and medical insurance. By enabling clients to make informed decisions, Sasuke Financial Lab aims to help individuals and businesses select optimal financial plans tailored to their specific needs.

WEFABRIK

Venture Round in 2018
WEFABRIK Inc. is an online business-to-business marketplace that caters to the textile and fashion industry, helping companies to buy and sell unused inventory or scrap materials. Founded in 2015 and based in Osaka, Japan, WEFABRIK serves as a platform for professionals across various fields, facilitating the connection between sellers and buyers. By enabling fashion companies to share surplus inventory, the marketplace aims to reduce waste in the textile sector, promoting more sustainable practices within the industry.

Synamon

Seed Round in 2017
Synamon Inc. is a Japanese company specializing in the development and management of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR) products. Founded in 2016 and based in Shinagawa, Synamon focuses on creating immersive solutions that enhance user experiences in virtual environments. Its flagship product, NEUTRANS, offers a comprehensive VR space construction solution that enables users to connect in real-time, share resources, and collaborate on design decisions as if they were physically together. The company provides a range of services, including VR/AR development, consulting, and the creation of 3D models, ensuring a one-stop solution from initial planning through to development and delivery. By leveraging intuitive user interfaces and multi-device compatibility, Synamon aims to continuously improve its offerings based on user feedback, thereby refining the virtual space experience for various applications.

Link Sports

Venture Round in 2017
Link Sports Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing web and mobile applications for sports management and communication. The company's flagship products, including TeamHub, AZrena, and Q&A Sports, provide comprehensive tools for team management, catering to a wide range of sports such as baseball, soccer, and basketball. These applications facilitate various functionalities, allowing teams to organize schedules, input scores for over 100 events, create scorecards, and maintain contact among members. Additionally, Link Sports offers a sports media news site, enhancing its platform's utility for clients seeking efficient management of their sports activities.

Gatari

Venture Round in 2017
Gatari Corporation, based in Japan, focuses on the development of innovative solutions in the field of extended reality (XR). The company specializes in creating social virtual reality applications that visualize voice for enhanced communication. Among its offerings are Auris, a futuristic audio guide, and Vismuth, a camera app that transforms reality into engaging narratives. Gatari's technology merges augmented reality with real-world environments, enabling users to enjoy immersive audio-visual experiences. By leveraging advanced game engines, the company aims to provide users with interactive sound experiences that enhance their engagement and connection within both digital and physical spaces.

Sarah

Venture Round in 2017
SARAH Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that operates a mobile application designed for discovering and sharing restaurant menu pictures. Founded in 2014, the application, also named "SARAH," allows users to search for specific food items from various menus and post recommendations about their dining experiences. By facilitating menu-based searches, SARAH provides a platform where users can explore diverse culinary options and find restaurants that match their preferences. The application aims to enhance the dining experience by enabling users to connect with a community centered around food and restaurant-related information.
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