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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

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 provider of process management services, specializing in the small factories and manufacturing sector. The company offers a sales management platform that automates data extraction from scanned documents and photos, converting them into CSV format and integrating the data with core systems. This streamlined process enhances productivity for small manufacturing operations.

Nicoli

Seed Round in 2025
Nicoli is a media and consulting firm that specializes in creating engaging content and advertisements designed to enhance the joy and comfort of parenting. Their services include baby live commentary videos, baby fashion magazines, childcare leave promotion support, and dialogue skills improvement programs, all aimed at providing entertainment and assistance to parents during the child-rearing process.

Hagino

Seed Round in 2025
Hagino is a recruitment firm specializing in the hotel and lodging sector. It offers paid employment services, focusing on performance-based, industry-specific recruitment support. The company aims to rebrand the hospitality industry and expand recruitment infrastructure, providing comprehensive assistance from initial job seeker responses to interviews. Additionally, Hagino creates housing infrastructure to support its recruitment services.

Argos

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

AimyTech

Venture Round in 2024
AimyTech is a developer of buyer enablement tools that focuses on enhancing business negotiations and sales support through cloud-based services. The company designs and operates sales support software as a service, offering a range of purchasing support resources and innovative analytics features, including scoring and yield analysis. By prioritizing the buyer's perspective, AimyTech aims to facilitate decision-making for purchasers and improve overall sales activities, thereby fostering a customer-oriented approach in business transactions.

AVA Intelligence

Venture Round in 2024
AVA Intelligence Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-driven software solution designed to recommend travel destinations tailored to individual users' personalities and preferences. Founded in 2018, the company offers a comprehensive platform that not only suggests suitable travel destinations based on user characteristics but also consolidates essential trip information, including sightseeing spots, restaurants, and accommodations. By enabling users to search for travel options based on specific purposes and conditions, AVA Intelligence streamlines the travel planning process, allowing individuals to save time by avoiding the need to navigate multiple travel information sources. The company aims to enhance the travel experience by providing personalized recommendations that align with each user's interests and travel requirements.

Joycle

Seed Round in 2024
Joycle is a waste management company that focuses on recycling and disposal services, aiming to promote sustainability. It operates a decentralized recycling system, utilizing a data platform to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and generate revenue. The platform enables clients to track their environmental contributions, fostering a culture where waste is transformed into resources and upcycling becomes commonplace.

Nekonome

Seed Round in 2024
Nekonome is a technology company that develops a game platform, offering a global gaming experience with diverse character designs, regular in-game updates, and events. The platform leverages data to provide personalized gaming experiences for its users.

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 company that specializes in creating virtual human idols using generative AI. Its platform leverages AI technology to produce these virtual idols, enabling the entertainment industry to develop customized marketing campaigns and streamline operations for improved discoverability.

FAcraft

Pre Seed Round in 2024
FAcraft is a technology company that specializes in developing and providing software solutions for facility maintenance. Their primary product is a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform designed to visualize and manage maintenance work in real-time, specifically targeting the manufacturing industry. This platform aims to enhance productivity and sustainability by addressing common challenges faced by maintenance personnel, such as unexpected issues. Additionally, FAcraft offers web design and video production services, along with planning and operational support.

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 technology company specializing in generative artificial intelligence for product image creation. It offers an automated service enabling e-commerce businesses and advertisers to generate high-quality product photos for their websites and marketing campaigns. By utilizing AI, the company helps clients efficiently produce professional-grade images based on uploaded samples and templates, streamlining their creative content generation process.

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 company focuses on connecting families with care providers, facilitating the process of finding and booking care services. Its technology enables care providers to manage their schedules effectively while enhancing communication with families. By streamlining these interactions, 3S aims to improve the overall experience for both caregivers and those in need of home nursing care.

Tie Ups

Seed Round in 2023
Tie Ups is a company that specializes in integrated marketing services through an online community platform. By leveraging design and artificial intelligence technology, Tie Ups aims to enhance the recall rate of communities, which helps businesses boost product sales and revenue. The company's innovative approach focuses on creating an engaging environment for users, thereby facilitating effective marketing strategies that connect brands with their target audiences.

Dots For

Seed Round in 2023
Dots For is a technology company dedicated to enhancing the lives of rural residents, particularly in Africa, by providing essential digital services. The company addresses the challenges faced by individuals living in remote areas by utilizing wireless technology to establish distributed communication networks. This approach allows Dots For to build low-cost wireless infrastructure in villages quickly and efficiently, ensuring consistent internet access. By delivering affordable online services, Dots For empowers rural communities to overcome the obstacles associated with traditional service deployments, thereby improving their access to vital digital resources.

Fotographer AI

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Fotographer AI is a technology company specializing in generative artificial intelligence for product image creation. It offers an automated service enabling e-commerce businesses and advertisers to generate high-quality product photos for their websites and marketing campaigns. By utilizing AI, the company helps clients efficiently produce professional-grade images based on uploaded samples and templates, streamlining their creative content generation process.

Ukka

Seed Round in 2022
Ukka Inc. is an ag-tech company based in Tokyo, Japan, that operates a direct-to-consumer platform connecting consumers with agricultural product manufacturers. Founded in 2017, Ukka's online procurement platform serves as a one-stop service for sourcing food-processing raw materials and enables farmers, fisheries, and processed product manufacturers to list their offerings and sell directly to consumers. By networking production areas with processing companies, Ukka facilitates the procurement process, allowing producers and manufacturers to streamline their operations and enhance efficiency in the food supply chain.

Nat

Seed Round in 2022
Nat is a company focused on developing innovative 3D scanning and AI surveying technology for the housing-related market. The company aims to transform everyday life and work by creating solutions that integrate seamlessly into society. Its platform allows users to easily create accurate 3D models through simple scanning, providing high measurement precision essential for the housing and construction industries. By analyzing user data, Nat seeks to uncover new value in surveying and blueprinting processes, ensuring that its products become indispensable tools in these sectors.

Sales Marker

Seed Round in 2022
Sales Marker is a sales intelligence platform that leverages artificial intelligence and intent data to streamline the sales process. It provides automated sales tools specifically tailored for Japanese marketing experts, facilitating the generation of customer leads and referrals. The platform is designed to enhance sales efforts by organizing and grouping scattered lead information, enabling companies to create a cohesive sales and marketing strategy. By automating sales approaches to potential customers, Sales Marker aims to transform sales activities into experiences that resonate positively with customers.

ventus Japan

Series A in 2021
Ventus, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2017 that operates a fan engagement platform known as Whooop. This platform allows users to become members of sports teams through collaborations with professional athletes and teams. Ventus specializes in enabling the issuance and collection of electronic trading cards, which fans can purchase online. By integrating sports and entertainment content, the company creates a unique experience that fosters connections between fans and athletes, enhancing the overall enjoyment of sports engagement.

Dirigio

Series A in 2021
Dirigio, Inc. is a technology company based in Yokohama, Japan, founded in 2016. It specializes in the development of a mobile order and pay application called PICKS, which facilitates a seamless food takeout experience. The application allows users to pre-order meals, browse restaurant menus, and make cashless payments directly from their smartphones. This innovative platform enables customers to discover restaurants, place orders, and pick up freshly prepared food without the need to wait in line, enhancing convenience and efficiency in the dining experience.

HANOWA

Seed Round in 2021
HANOWA is a matching platform that connects freelance dental hygienists with dental clinics seeking temporary staffing solutions. The company facilitates flexible work opportunities for dental care professionals, allowing them to engage in side jobs or transition to new positions while supporting clinics in need of substitute hygienists. By streamlining the hiring process, HANOWA enhances the efficiency of dental practices and provides hygienists with the ability to work on their own terms.

3Sunny

Venture Round in 2021
3Sunny is a Tokyo-based healthcare company founded in July 2016 that focuses on addressing medical care challenges through the use of technology. The company aims to support various aspects of medical care by streamlining the daily operations of medical social workers and discharge coordinating nurses within hospitals. By enhancing the efficiency of these professionals, 3Sunny facilitates the resolution of medical care issues, ultimately fostering a more reliable healthcare environment that prioritizes patient comfort and well-being.

LBV

Seed Round in 2021
LBV is a Software-as-a-Service management platform that specializes in the centralized management of corporate accounts and billing information. The platform automates account management tasks and provides a unified dashboard that allows for the monitoring of usage fees by department. This functionality facilitates the management of accounts entering and leaving the company, ensuring smooth operations and minimizing errors. By streamlining these processes, LBV enables organizations to reduce costs through enhanced automation and optimization of their account management practices.

Yuimex

Seed Round in 2021
Yuimex is a company that specializes in copyright, digital content, animation, and network entertainment services. It offers a platform designed to serve business needs in network entertainment and content planning. Utilizing blockchain technology, Yuimex provides official animation data and collects high-resolution digital data from individual scenes of anime works. This innovative approach enables businesses to access a variety of simplified digital-based services, enhancing their engagement with animated content and facilitating more efficient content management.

Srush

Seed Round in 2020
Srush, Inc. is a technology company based in Shinagawa, Japan, founded in 2019, that specializes in developing a sales information platform. This platform serves as a comprehensive tool for automating various sales-related tasks, including appointment adjustments, customer information collection, and the creation of negotiation records. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, Srush quantifies and evaluates sales activities, such as email communications and calendar interactions, to enhance the relationship between sales personnel and their clients. The tool streamlines daily sales operations, allowing sales professionals to efficiently manage their activities, minimize economic losses, and boost overall productivity.

Torana

Series A in 2020
Torana, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in providing educational toy rental services through a subscription model. The company's flagship service, "Toysub!", delivers toys specifically designed for infants and toddlers, allowing families to optimize playtime as their children grow. Torana serves approximately 15,000 households in Japan and has expanded its offerings to Taiwan. By leveraging data from over 400,000 toy evaluations and 100,000 planning sessions, Torana has developed a systematic approach to selecting and delivering toys that support children's developmental needs, all while promoting quality parent-child interaction.

Tsunagu.AI

Seed Round in 2020
Tsunagu.AI is a Japanese company based in Chiyoda, founded in 2017, specializing in artificial intelligence-based software solutions for web development. Their primary product, Front-end.AI, is a low-code service designed to streamline website development by automating simple tasks and enabling users to understand design through the combination of multiple machine learning models, including deep learning. This allows web engineers to focus on more complex aspects of their work, enhancing overall efficiency in front-end development.

Zenjinmitou

Venture Round in 2020
Zenjinmitou Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in providing career support services for non-university graduates. The company focuses on career consultation for venture managers and facilitates the introduction of job opportunities and external services. By addressing the needs of non-university graduates, Zenjinmitou aims to reduce the mismatch between job seekers and employers, enabling clients to secure positions that align with their talents and preferences. Additionally, the company offers agent services tailored for startups, further enhancing its commitment to supporting diverse career pathways for individuals without traditional university backgrounds.

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 Tokyo-based company that specializes in teleworking solutions, having been established in 2018. Its primary offering is a voice-connected virtual office tool designed to facilitate real-time communication among remote workers and office colleagues. This platform creates a secure environment for conversations without the need for cameras, streamlining interactions by automatically displaying the status of users based on their calendar schedules. In addition to its core product, Roundz also operates Shigotoba, a web media outlet focused on telework and remote work topics, reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting modern work practices.

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., established in 2017 and headquartered in Kobe, Japan, specializes in career consultation services. The company's primary offering is Choice, an online platform connecting users with qualified career consultants for personalized advice on professional development, life changes, and household circumstances. Additionally, Compass develops applications such as Mother Helper, a digital maternity notebook, and Gap0, a job registration solution, further expanding its support for users' career and life needs.

Qubena

Venture Round in 2020
Qubena is an artificial intelligence-based educational software company based in Tokyo, Japan. It specializes in analyzing each child's strengths and weaknesses to enhance their learning experience. By utilizing AI technology, Qubena develops tablet-based teaching materials that assist students in addressing their study-related queries online. Additionally, the platform provides insights to parents, helping them understand their child's learning challenges and achievements. Through its innovative approach, Qubena aims to facilitate personalized education and support for both students and their families.

Frembassy

Seed Round in 2020
Frembassy, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops and operates an online marketplace focused on plant-based food products. Founded in 2015, the company offers a variety of services, including Vegewel Marche, which features a range of vegetable food products like rice noodles. Additionally, it provides the Vegewel restaurant guide, a web portal designed to help users find restaurants in Japan that accommodate various dietary restrictions, including vegetarian options and food allergies. Frembassy also runs Vegewel Style, a web magazine that offers healthy recipes. Through its initiatives, the company aims to promote sustainable consumption choices while contributing to social well-being.

Soundraw

Seed Round in 2020
Soundraw Inc. is a company based in Minato, Japan, that specializes in the development and operation of an AI-powered music generation platform. Founded in 2020, Soundraw offers a unique solution for video creators by allowing them to generate royalty-free music tailored to their specific needs. Users can select various parameters, such as mood, genre, and song length, and the platform's artificial intelligence generates customized music in seconds. The software features an intuitive user interface that enables further customization of the generated songs, making it easier for musicians and content creators to produce high-quality music effortlessly.

Casie

Seed Round in 2020
Casie is an online painting rental subscription platform that allows users to enjoy art without the commitment of purchasing it. The company provides a diverse selection of contemporary paintings for customers to choose from, catering to both art enthusiasts and casual users. By offering a convenient borrowing option, Casie enables individuals, art stores, hospitals, and offices to decorate their spaces with art delivered directly to their doorstep. This service democratizes access to art, making it accessible to those regardless of their prior knowledge or experience with art.

Famione

Series A in 2020
FamiOne, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing online content and support services aimed at assisting couples with family planning. Founded in 2015, FamiOne offers a range of resources, including FLIPP, a comprehensive package for women that includes personalized services, supplements, food, and literature for pre and post-pregnancy support. The company also features a membership-based online community that provides consultations on pregnancy and infertility issues. Additionally, FamiOne operates a media site called famit, which delivers information related to family planning and fertility. Through these services, FamiOne aims to support individuals and couples in achieving optimal pregnancies and navigating challenges associated with fertility and infertility treatments.

Open Room

Seed Round in 2020
Open Room Inc. is a Tokyo-based real estate technology company founded in 2017. It offers a cloud-based platform that streamlines the process for real estate brokers, allowing them to manage and categorize property information efficiently. The company's innovative solution enables customers to complete all property proposals in a single session, leveraging information technology to enhance the real estate sector. Open Room's platform automatically recognizes and stores character information from drawing data, creating a comprehensive property database and facilitating responses to property inquiries. This automation allows real estate brokers to handle property information without manual input, improving efficiency 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 based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing a patient recruitment platform that facilitates connections between patients and eligible clinical trials. The platform aims to bridge the gap between patients and pharmaceutical companies by creating patient communities and providing access to relevant health information. Buzzreach's services include feasibility selection, facility selection, project management, and an API service that utilizes registration information and IT infrastructure. This comprehensive approach enables medical professionals to better understand the value of clinical trials and helps patients navigate their participation in these studies.

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, headquartered in Tokyo, facilitates wholesale transactions between small retailers and makers, craft brands, or smaller manufacturers via its online marketplace. The company offers services such as market development, store credit management, account management, accounts receivable handling, contract negotiation, and invoicing to streamline these connections and enable direct sales from brands to retail stores.

Netelly

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Netelly, Inc. is a media entertainment company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2019. It specializes in video production and distribution services, operating a platform that offers online video content, including dramas, comedies, and reality shows. The company aims to transform society through entertainment, fostering collaboration that promotes business growth. By providing an internet television station and a digital media network, Netelly strives to enhance the infrastructure of the entertainment industry and improve live video streaming operations, positioning itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of digital media.

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 focuses on facilitating the development of new towns and communities by connecting various stakeholders involved in community planning and enhancement. Through its applications, Piazza seeks to improve local engagement and support the growth of vibrant, well-informed communities across the region.

Torana

Seed Round in 2019
Torana, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in providing educational toy rental services through a subscription model. The company's flagship service, "Toysub!", delivers toys specifically designed for infants and toddlers, allowing families to optimize playtime as their children grow. Torana serves approximately 15,000 households in Japan and has expanded its offerings to Taiwan. By leveraging data from over 400,000 toy evaluations and 100,000 planning sessions, Torana has developed a systematic approach to selecting and delivering toys that support children's developmental needs, all while promoting quality parent-child interaction.

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 based in Tokyo, Japan, that focuses on virtual reality technology and content creation. Established in 2017, it has developed a platform for virtual concert production, allowing users to engage in live performances within a Metaverse environment. This platform enables individuals to participate in events that occur at designated times, enhancing the experience of live entertainment through immersive virtual reality. By leveraging innovative technology, Vark aims to redefine how audiences access and enjoy events, providing a unique blend of entertainment and interactivity.

Hexabase

Seed Round in 2019
Hexabase, formerly known as Beee Technology, is a venture company specializing in developing in-house IT services tailored for corporations. Their primary mission is to leverage the latest IT technologies to create systems that address business challenges faced by corporate clients. Hexabase offers cloud services and Enterprise Backend as a Service (EBaaS), focusing on corporate system development. The company's platform aims to streamline and accelerate the development of modern web systems, helping businesses manage their processes and activities efficiently through digital technology.

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 Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based brand incubation company dedicated to supporting fashion designers in establishing and promoting their brands. By providing financial assistance, business management, marketing, and back office services, IMCF allows designers to concentrate on their creative work without being burdened by administrative tasks. The company collaborates closely with designers, acting as a business partner to facilitate their growth and success. IMCF's approach focuses on new value creation, enabling entrepreneurs to transform their ideas into viable businesses while gaining essential knowledge of marketing and operational processes, all while minimizing the cost and time involved in launching a brand.

Ukka

Venture Round in 2019
Ukka Inc. is an ag-tech company based in Tokyo, Japan, that operates a direct-to-consumer platform connecting consumers with agricultural product manufacturers. Founded in 2017, Ukka's online procurement platform serves as a one-stop service for sourcing food-processing raw materials and enables farmers, fisheries, and processed product manufacturers to list their offerings and sell directly to consumers. By networking production areas with processing companies, Ukka facilitates the procurement process, allowing producers and manufacturers to streamline their operations and enhance efficiency in the food supply chain.

efit

Venture Round in 2019
Efit Inc., founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development of QUOREA, an innovative investment platform designed to facilitate automatic trading. The platform leverages artificial intelligence to streamline investment processes, making technical investments accessible to a broad audience. By efficiently gathering and analyzing market information, Efit enables users to engage in trading, particularly in virtual currencies, without requiring extensive technical knowledge. This user-friendly approach supports individuals in managing their wealth through automated investment strategies.

FAST JAPAN

Venture Round in 2019
FAST JAPAN, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing comprehensive online travel information services for various destinations across Japan. Established in 2015, it offers a wide range of resources for travelers, including insights on food, events, souvenirs, festivals, culture, hotels, and shopping. Key locations covered by the company include major cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Yokohama, Kobe, Hiroshima, Okinawa, Fukuoka, and Hokkaido. Through its platform, FAST JAPAN aims to enhance the travel experience by delivering useful information that helps visitors navigate and enjoy the diverse offerings of Japan.

Shuuumatu Worker

Corporate Round in 2019
Shuuumatu Worker Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in job listing and recruitment services for individuals seeking part-time work in start-up companies during weekends and weekday evenings. The company operates a human resource platform designed to connect side business employees with companies, fostering an environment that enhances the quality of services provided by businesses. By facilitating connections between job seekers and companies, Shuuumatu Worker enables its clients to expand their operations and establish a stronger presence in the market.

Buzzreach

Seed Round in 2019
Buzzreach Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing a patient recruitment platform that facilitates connections between patients and eligible clinical trials. The platform aims to bridge the gap between patients and pharmaceutical companies by creating patient communities and providing access to relevant health information. Buzzreach's services include feasibility selection, facility selection, project management, and an API service that utilizes registration information and IT infrastructure. This comprehensive approach enables medical professionals to better understand the value of clinical trials and helps patients navigate their participation in these studies.

Dirigio

Seed Round in 2019
Dirigio, Inc. is a technology company based in Yokohama, Japan, founded in 2016. It specializes in the development of a mobile order and pay application called PICKS, which facilitates a seamless food takeout experience. The application allows users to pre-order meals, browse restaurant menus, and make cashless payments directly from their smartphones. This innovative platform enables customers to discover restaurants, place orders, and pick up freshly prepared food without the need to wait in line, enhancing convenience and efficiency in the dining experience.

Pricebook

Series D in 2019
Pricebook Co., Ltd., based in Indonesia, operates a shopping search engine specializing in gadgets for the Southeast Asian market. Its primary business is offering price comparison services to empower consumers with comprehensive product information, including reviews, specifications, and online articles, along with availability checks across both online and offline stores. The company's mission is to become the leading platform for online shoppers by adapting proven strategies to the region's vast and rapidly growing market.

Shinmirai

Seed Round in 2019
Shinmirai Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2016, specializes in wood processing and distribution services. The company operates sawmills, timber shops, and processing plants to transform traditional timber inventory management into digital, information-based systems. Shinmirai's core business involves converting the inventories of forestry workers, sawmills, and lumber shops into valuable data, enabling efficient timber distribution and access to matching platforms for businesses and designers. The company aims to promote sustainable forestry practices by facilitating transparent and effective timber distribution services.

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 company based in Kobe City, Japan, that operates a home delivery service specializing in organic and healthy food options. Founded in 2017, Coconomi provides a customized vegetable delivery platform that caters to local individuals and families. The company's offerings include a diverse selection of leafy vegetables, root vegetables, fruits, potatoes, mushrooms, legumes, condiments, and other processed goods. Coconomi aims to promote healthy eating by delivering organic, gluten-free, and vegan products directly to consumers' doorsteps. 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., established in 2016 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, specializes in telemedicine services and online medicine provision. Additionally, it offers system development and operation, along with consulting services tailored to medical institutions and long-term care facilities. As of 2013, the company operates as a subsidiary of U-Next Co., Ltd.

Regulus Technologies

Venture Round in 2018
Regulus Technologies, Inc. is a software development company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016. The company specializes in creating innovative software solutions, including a personal assistant chatbot designed to streamline scheduling for employees. This chatbot integrates seamlessly with platforms like Google Calendar and Outlook, allowing users to facilitate appointment arrangements by sharing a unique URL. By collecting essential user information, such as names and preferred working locations or hours, Regulus Technologies aims to enhance efficiency and reduce the workload in call centers, particularly for employment interview scheduling. Additionally, the company offers software consulting services, further supporting its clients in leveraging technology to improve operational processes.

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 founded in 2015 that operates an online platform designed to connect clients with local service professionals across Japan. The platform facilitates the hiring of various specialists, including photographers and personal trainers, providing users with access to a diverse range of services. By enabling these connections, Zehitomo supports local professionals in expanding their businesses and enhancing profitability through increased service 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. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in job listing and recruitment services for individuals seeking part-time work in start-up companies during weekends and weekday evenings. The company operates a human resource platform designed to connect side business employees with companies, fostering an environment that enhances the quality of services provided by businesses. By facilitating connections between job seekers and companies, Shuuumatu Worker enables its clients to expand their operations and establish a stronger presence in the market.

Dirigio

Seed Round in 2018
Dirigio, Inc. is a technology company based in Yokohama, Japan, founded in 2016. It specializes in the development of a mobile order and pay application called PICKS, which facilitates a seamless food takeout experience. The application allows users to pre-order meals, browse restaurant menus, and make cashless payments directly from their smartphones. This innovative platform enables customers to discover restaurants, place orders, and pick up freshly prepared food without the need to wait in line, enhancing convenience and efficiency in the dining experience.

IMCF

Venture Round in 2018
IMCF Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based brand incubation company dedicated to supporting fashion designers in establishing and promoting their brands. By providing financial assistance, business management, marketing, and back office services, IMCF allows designers to concentrate on their creative work without being burdened by administrative tasks. The company collaborates closely with designers, acting as a business partner to facilitate their growth and success. IMCF's approach focuses on new value creation, enabling entrepreneurs to transform their ideas into viable businesses while gaining essential knowledge of marketing and operational processes, all while minimizing the cost and time involved in launching a brand.

Sukedachi

Series A in 2018
Sukedachi Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that develops mobile applications specifically for the construction industry. The company's platform addresses the unique dynamics of the Japanese construction market, where construction workers often function as both order receivers and small enterprise orderers. Sukedachi's application allows skilled craftsmen to receive notifications about job opportunities tailored to their pre-registered criteria, such as location and occupation. This service enables workers actively seeking employment to directly connect with construction sites, while also helping contractors facing chronic labor shortages to recruit workers under flexible, on-demand conditions.

TANOsim

Venture Round in 2018
TANOsim Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2016, specializes in developing platforms for professionals engaged in 3D computer graphics (3DCG), games, and virtual/augmented reality content creation. The company's flagship service, CG Crowd, facilitates connections between businesses and skilled professionals across diverse industries such as video production, VFX, gaming, pachinko, VR/AR/MR technologies, and 3D printing. TANOsim's software solutions cater to various sectors including entertainment, medical care, architecture, product design, and more, enabling clients to customize graphics and develop tailored software alternatives based on their specific needs.

Game Server Services

Private Equity Round in 2018
Game Server Services, Inc. is a company based in Kitanagoya, Japan, that specializes in providing a server-less architecture for game development. Founded in 2016, the company aims to simplify the development process for game creators through its robust platform. It offers a comprehensive backend server service tailored for mobile games, which includes essential features such as account management, billing currency management, and event schedule management. By providing an SDK that incorporates a data freshness management tool, Game Server Services allows developers to focus on game logic without the burden of managing cache availability, thereby enhancing overall development efficiency and reducing the likelihood of infrastructure design and implementation errors.

Noin

Series A in 2018
Noin, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in online content creation and media development, with a focus on the cosmetics industry. The company provides services that address contemporary trends and concerns, producing engaging videos and other content aimed at helping its audience. In addition to content creation, Noin also offers sales account management and social media management services tailored for online businesses, enhancing their digital presence and engagement.

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 company focused on providing comprehensive financial planning solutions through a digital platform. It operates as a digital insurance agency that addresses various money-related concerns and challenges faced by clients. The firm offers a range of services, including financial advice and consultations on asset management, mortgages, inheritance, tax savings, life insurance, medical insurance, and household improvements. By leveraging the Internet, Sasuke Financial Lab aims to empower clients to select optimal financial plans tailored to their individual needs and circumstances.

WEFABRIK

Venture Round in 2018
WEFABRIK Inc. is a company based in Osaka, Japan, that operates an online business-to-business marketplace specifically designed for the textile and fashion industry. Founded in 2015, WEFABRIK provides a platform that facilitates the sale of unused inventory and scrap materials, thereby connecting sellers and buyers to reduce waste in the fashion sector. By enabling fashion companies to share surplus inventory, WEFABRIK promotes sustainability and efficiency within the industry, allowing professionals from various fields to collaborate effectively.

Synamon

Seed Round in 2017
Synamon Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Shinagawa, Japan, specializes in the development and management of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR) products. The company's flagship solution is NEUTRANS, a VR space construction tool that enables users to create and optimize virtual environments for various applications. Synamon offers services including VR/AR development, consulting, and the creation of 3D models for VR/AR content. Their technology facilitates remote collaboration by allowing multiple users to interact within the same VR space, share materials, and make decisions as if they were together in person. Additionally, Synamon provides comprehensive consulting services from planning through to delivery, continuously improving their systems based on user feedback to enhance the VR experience.

Link Sports

Venture Round in 2017
Link Sports Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in the development of web and mobile applications tailored for sports management and communication. Founded in 2014, the company offers a suite of products, including TeamHub, AZrena, and Q&A Sports. These applications serve as comprehensive tools for team management, providing functionalities such as calendar organization, score input for over 100 sports events, and member communication. Link Sports primarily caters to adult and youth teams in various sports, including baseball, soccer, and basketball, facilitating seamless management of team activities and enhancing the overall sports experience.

Gatari

Venture Round in 2017
Gatari Corporation is a Japan-based company that focuses on developing social virtual reality (VR) applications and augmented reality (AR) communication technologies. The company specializes in creating immersive experiences that blend real and digital spaces, allowing users to engage with their environment through interactive sound and visuals. Among its notable products are Auris, a futuristic audio guide, and Vismuth, a camera app that transforms reality into a narrative experience. By leveraging advanced game engines and technology, Gatari aims to enhance communication and interaction in virtual environments, providing users with unique audio-visual experiences.

Sarah

Venture Round in 2017
SARAH Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2014 that focuses on developing a mobile application designed for exploring and sharing restaurant menu images. This application allows users to discover culinary options by searching through menu-based posts and offers a platform for users to share recommendations and suggestions regarding various dishes. By listing restaurants that serve diverse cuisines, SARAH Inc. facilitates a unique dining experience, enabling users to select their dining destinations based on specific menu items and personal preferences.
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