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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

Yasukazu Nagano

President and CEO

Hirokazu Nagano

Founder, President, Partner and CEO

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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 is a Tokyo-based artificial intelligence software company that develops a platform for personalized travel planning. The platform analyzes user characteristics and travel conditions to propose destinations and activities tailored to individual interests, and provides comprehensive travel information including sightseeing spots, restaurants, hotels, and experiences. It supports searching for airline tickets and accommodations and enables users to save destination information and past searches to streamline planning and comparison across sources. The company focuses on delivering tailored travel suggestions and consolidated travel information to reduce time spent consulting multiple sites.

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 operates a SaaS platform that facilitates 24-hour home nursing care services through technology, connecting families with care providers for easy scheduling.

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 that develops a digital service platform to improve lives in rural regions by providing connectivity and access to essential services in Sub-Saharan Africa. The platform combines decentralized network infrastructure, data-driven insights, and integrated service delivery to enable residents to access financial tools, gig opportunities, and educational content, expanding income and inclusion in underserved communities.

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 is an ag-tech company that operates an online procurement and supply-chain platform for agricultural, fisheries, and processed-ingredient sectors. The platform connects producers and buyers, enabling the listing and purchase of food-processing raw materials and finished products, and provides a single line from raw-material sourcing to processing to streamline operations. Based in Tokyo and founded in 2017, Ukka aims to shorten supply chains, improve efficiency, and support farmers, fishery operators, and manufacturers in sourcing and coordinating materials and processing.

Nat

Seed Round in 2022
Nat specializes in developing three-dimensional scanning technology integrated with AI surveying for the housing market. Its platform enables accurate measurements in millimeters, transforming traditional surveying methods in construction and housing industries.

Sales Marker

Seed Round in 2022
Sales Marker is a technology company specializing in sales intelligence. It employs artificial intelligence and intent data to automate sales processes, helping businesses generate leads and referrals more efficiently.

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 operates a platform that connects freelance dental hygienists with dental clinics. It facilitates flexible work arrangements, allowing hygienists to take on additional hours and clinics to fill staffing gaps.

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
Founded in 2019, Srush develops a sales engagement platform that automates tasks such as appointment management, customer data collection, and negotiation record creation. Its AI-driven tool analyzes sales activity data like emails and calendar negotiations to quantify relationships between sales personnel and customers.

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 is a Tokyo-based company providing fertility, family planning, and reproductive health services through a digital platform and a network of specialists. It operates an online content platform with chat-based support for couples seeking guidance on family planning, offers FLIPP, a personalized program for women that combines services, supplements, food, and pregnancy-related books, and runs a membership-based online community along with a media site focused on family planning information. The company also provides fertility and infertility treatment services through online consultations with a diverse team of fertility professionals, including infertility nurses, clinical psychologists, embryo culture specialists, midwives, and peer counselors, enabling women and couples to access expert guidance to advance pregnancies and improve their chances of conceiving. Founded in 2015, FamiOne serves individuals seeking discreet, expert support across information, community, and clinician-led care.

Open Room

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Open Room is a technology company specializing in real estate. It offers an online platform that enables real estate brokers to efficiently manage and categorize property information, automating responses to inquiries.

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 is a Tokyo-based information services and web media company focused on the sake market. It provides content on domestic and international market trends, regulatory developments related to liquor tax, and overseas brewing prospects to help readers understand opportunities and issues in the sake industry. Founded in 2013, Clear delivers its information through web media platforms.

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
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Vark develops innovative virtual event platforms. Their flagship product enables live entertainment experiences within a Metaverse space, offering interactive environments, real-time audience engagement, customizable avatars, and immersive audio-visual elements.

Hexabase

Seed Round in 2019
Hexabase specializes in developing IT services for corporations. They aim to leverage the latest technologies to solve business challenges. Their primary offerings include cloud services and Enterprise Backend as a Service (EBaaS), focusing on corporate system development.

Yutori

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2018, Yutori operates an online platform for selling second-hand clothing and manages intellectual property for virtual influencers. Based in Tokyo, Japan, the company handles all aspects of its business in-house, from product planning to sales.

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 is an ag-tech company that operates an online procurement and supply-chain platform for agricultural, fisheries, and processed-ingredient sectors. The platform connects producers and buyers, enabling the listing and purchase of food-processing raw materials and finished products, and provides a single line from raw-material sourcing to processing to streamline operations. Based in Tokyo and founded in 2017, Ukka aims to shorten supply chains, improve efficiency, and support farmers, fishery operators, and manufacturers in sourcing and coordinating materials and processing.

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 operates a price comparison service platform in Southeast Asia. Its platform aggregates product information such as reviews, specifications, and availability from both online and offline stores, empowering consumers to make informed purchasing decisions.

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.

Yoyu Co.

Venture Round in 2018
Yoyu Co., Ltd. is a company with limited publicly available information. No detailed description is available in the provided sources.

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 is a Tokyo-based information services and web media company focused on the sake market. It provides content on domestic and international market trends, regulatory developments related to liquor tax, and overseas brewing prospects to help readers understand opportunities and issues in the sake industry. Founded in 2013, Clear delivers its information through web media platforms.

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
Founded in Japan in 2016, Synamon specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) solutions. Its flagship product, NEUTRANS, enables users to create, share, and optimize VR spaces for collaborative work and design reviews.

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 specializes in developing innovative virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) services. Its flagship product is Auris, a futuristic audio guide that visualizes voice for enhanced communication, along with Vismuth, an AR camera app transforming reality into interactive stories.

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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