fondi
Venture Round in 2024
Fondi is an English conversation communication service that allows people to live a virtual communal life with the world. Fondi is a metaverse space where people can practice English conversation with English learners from all over the world.
allesgood
Seed Round in 2024
Allesgood is a job-matching platform designed to connect students with companies focused on addressing pressing social issues, including climate change, gender inequality, and poverty. By aligning student aspirations with corporate social initiatives, Allesgood accelerates sustainability transformation within the business sector. The platform serves as an ethical recruiting tool, facilitating the matching of students who are passionate about resolving these challenges with organizations dedicated to making a positive impact. In addition to job matching, Allesgood also provides updates on corporate efforts to tackle social problems, fostering a collaborative environment for students and companies to engage in meaningful work.
allesgood
Seed Round in 2022
Allesgood is a job-matching platform designed to connect students with companies focused on addressing pressing social issues, including climate change, gender inequality, and poverty. By aligning student aspirations with corporate social initiatives, Allesgood accelerates sustainability transformation within the business sector. The platform serves as an ethical recruiting tool, facilitating the matching of students who are passionate about resolving these challenges with organizations dedicated to making a positive impact. In addition to job matching, Allesgood also provides updates on corporate efforts to tackle social problems, fostering a collaborative environment for students and companies to engage in meaningful work.
Waffle Journal
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Waffle Journal is a journaling application focused on enhancing connections among families and friends through group journaling. The platform provides a secure environment where users can express their thoughts, share milestones, and reflect on their experiences, promoting mental wellness and reducing feelings of loneliness and social isolation. By facilitating meaningful interactions, Waffle Journal enables individuals to strengthen their relationships and stay connected with loved ones, ultimately fostering a supportive community that prioritizes mental health and emotional well-being.
10sec is an online marketplace for Instagram users to post items for sale in under 10 seconds and shop the stores of other users. Our core target are users already using Instgram to buy and sell. There are more than 2 million posts to Instagram using the #forsale hashtag, but there is currently no feature to unite these posts and provide a safe, efficient marketplace. 10sec provides a space to market goods, a safe and secure payment system and a unified shipping system. It also provides a platform for discovery commerce, adding a social element. Users log on for fun, as well as to exchange goods. We are currently creating an app which will allow users to post items not only from 10sec, but from other apps like Instagram and Vine.
Lang-8
Venture Round in 2014
Lang-8, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2007 that operates a language exchange social networking platform designed to enhance language learning through community interaction. The platform allows users to write journal entries in the language they are learning, which are then corrected by native speakers. This reciprocal learning process enables users to improve their writing skills while also assisting others in their language acquisition. Lang-8 supports over 70 languages and boasts a diverse community of users from 180 countries, fostering a global environment for cultural and linguistic exchange. The company utilizes computer-assisted language learning technology to facilitate this educational experience, making it accessible for learners at various proficiency levels.
Zawatt Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2011 that specializes in the development of social media applications and consumer-to-consumer (C2C) marketplaces. The company operates two primary platforms: Smaoku, which facilitates the online sale of second-hand branded goods through a cross-border auction model, and WishScope, a social bulletin board that allows users to trade second-hand items, exchange skills, and connect with others. Zawatt aims to create an interactive environment for users to engage in commerce while ensuring authenticity in transactions. In February 2017, Zawatt became a subsidiary of Mercari, a notable C2C marketplace in Japan.
Retty Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2010, operates a gourmet platform named Retty. This platform specializes in providing information about restaurants across Japan, with a focus on user-generated reviews and recommendations. It facilitates users to search for dining options based on store details and offers a social aspect by allowing individuals to share their restaurant experiences or plans with friends, making decision-making easier.
Revolver
Venture Round in 2013
Revolver, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in designing and developing a social networking platform aimed at creating online communities. The platform allows users to upload digital content, such as text, pictures, and videos, facilitating the discovery of new friendships and interests. Key features include direct messaging, the use of diverse stamps, and automatic posting to other social media platforms. Revolver's services also provide valuable insights, such as user demographics and engagement statistics. The platform attracts a diverse user base, including celebrities, luxury brands, and professionals in the entertainment industry, who utilize it to enhance their connection with customers. Additionally, Revolver is focused on delivering innovative marketing technologies that enable businesses to effectively distribute digital content and reach their target audiences.
Foody Corporation, founded in 2012 and based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, operates an online restaurant search and user-review portal known as Foody.vn. This free app is designed to assist customers in discovering the best dining experiences across Vietnam, featuring a comprehensive network of restaurants, bars, cafes, bakeries, and resorts. Foody.vn enables users to find nearby dining options while providing honest ratings and reviews from both consumers and food critics. Users can submit text and image reviews, contributing to evaluations based on food quality, location, ambiance, pricing, and service. The app is accessible on both iOS and Android devices, enhancing user engagement and facilitating informed dining choices.
FashionGuide
Series D in 2013
FashionGuide, established in 2008, is Taiwan's largest beauty community platform, focusing on fashion and beauty content. The platform provides customer reviews, information, and discussion channels that empower users to stay informed about mainstream trends and products in the industry. In addition to serving as a community hub for beauty enthusiasts, FashionGuide offers integrated marketing services for major beauty brands, particularly those based in Europe and America, and has successfully promoted a unique beauty product certification mark. With a comprehensive evaluation process, FashionGuide has awarded this mark to over 360 brands, highlighting quality and consumer trust. Furthermore, the company operates its own beauty brand, FG 1028, alongside other popular beauty products to cater to consumer preferences.
Revolver
Seed Round in 2012
Revolver, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in designing and developing a social networking platform aimed at creating online communities. The platform allows users to upload digital content, such as text, pictures, and videos, facilitating the discovery of new friendships and interests. Key features include direct messaging, the use of diverse stamps, and automatic posting to other social media platforms. Revolver's services also provide valuable insights, such as user demographics and engagement statistics. The platform attracts a diverse user base, including celebrities, luxury brands, and professionals in the entertainment industry, who utilize it to enhance their connection with customers. Additionally, Revolver is focused on delivering innovative marketing technologies that enable businesses to effectively distribute digital content and reach their target audiences.
Baitianshi
Series A in 2012
Baitianshi.com (白天使) is a social network for doctors and medical workers to discuss and share information, documents, and more. It aims to establish an SNS site for medical professionals through the sharing of internal and external resources such as medicine development, case discussion, document sharing, and more. It is also committed to establish ""Baitianshi"", which is an open and interesting interactive platform for doctors' communication in China, hoping to provide a homey communication space for those doctors who work so hard for human health through internet. Since its establishment, Baitianshi.com has spared no efforts to create a relaxing and enjoyable interactive platform for doctors and medical practitioners in China, through which the users could keep closer contact with their friends, alumnus, and colleagues, and share their experience and happiness in the field of medical science.
Foody Corporation, founded in 2012 and based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, operates an online restaurant search and user-review portal known as Foody.vn. This free app is designed to assist customers in discovering the best dining experiences across Vietnam, featuring a comprehensive network of restaurants, bars, cafes, bakeries, and resorts. Foody.vn enables users to find nearby dining options while providing honest ratings and reviews from both consumers and food critics. Users can submit text and image reviews, contributing to evaluations based on food quality, location, ambiance, pricing, and service. The app is accessible on both iOS and Android devices, enhancing user engagement and facilitating informed dining choices.
iCook.tw is an online platform that focuses on Taiwanese cuisine, allowing users to discover and share a wide variety of recipes. The platform facilitates the exchange of cooking information through user-generated content, including recipes and cooking videos. By providing accessible resources, iCook.tw aims to simplify the cooking process for users, enabling them to prepare traditional Taiwanese dishes with ease.
9tong.com
Angel Round in 2012
9tong.com (久通网) is a commercial social network based on mobile internet. It has received two rounds of venture capital investments from Matrix Partners, Japanese CA Venture Capital, and Redpoint Ventures. 9tong.com was founded in Shanghai, in September, 2011. It expects to establish a real-name commercial social network with a corresponding integrity evaluation system to promote the connection management, working efficiency, and business quality of business people.
Beatrobo
Seed Round in 2012
Beatrobo is a social music platform based in Tokyo, Japan, launched on February 22, 2012. It allows users to collect and share music and videos from the web, fostering a community where users can instantly listen to their friends' musical selections. The platform differentiates itself by utilizing customizable robot avatars as tools for sharing songs and discovering new artists, enhancing user interaction. Beatrobo also enables users to create public playlists, facilitating a seamless experience in accessing and sharing digital content without the complexities often associated with digital services.
Talknote
Seed Round in 2012
Talknote Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in April 2010 that specializes in developing a corporate communication platform and a micro social communication service application. Its platform is designed to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction by revitalizing communication within organizations. Talknote offers features such as group communication and text messaging, as well as tools for managing business requests and deadlines. By fostering lively interaction among employees, Talknote aims to create a more collaborative and productive work environment.
Matchalarm Prem
Seed Round in 2011
Matchalarm is a domestic matchmaking and dating application that leverages users' Facebook social graphs to facilitate connections. Launched by Chihiro Aihara and based in Tokyo, Japan, the app delivers a new match to users every morning at 8 a.m. If users find each other appealing, they can initiate a conversation within the app. Additionally, the platform allows users to view each other's profiles for a limited period, streamlining the matchmaking process. The service aims to simplify the dating experience by offering quality matchmaking support through its innovative approach.
Insight Plus
Seed Round in 2011
Insight Plus, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in mobile application development. Founded in 2011 by Masao Yagi, it has developed a social shopping app called Shopping+. This innovative app allows users to "check in" objects found in physical stores, enabling them to share pricing information and other relevant details with others. Through its focus on enhancing the shopping experience, Insight Plus aims to connect consumers in a more interactive and informative manner.
Wondershake
Seed Round in 2011
Wondershake, Inc. is a mobile application developer based in Sunnyvale, California, founded in 2011. The company creates a social media platform designed to enhance real-world interactions by visualizing people's identities through tags. This innovative approach allows users to easily discover and connect with interesting individuals nearby, addressing the challenges of meeting new people in physical spaces. Unlike traditional social media, which primarily focuses on virtual connections, Wondershake aims to facilitate meaningful interactions in the real world without the need for organized events. The application also offers lifestyle information on various topics such as beauty, fashion, and relationships, helping users stay informed about the latest trends.
Zawatt Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2011 that specializes in the development of social media applications and consumer-to-consumer (C2C) marketplaces. The company operates two primary platforms: Smaoku, which facilitates the online sale of second-hand branded goods through a cross-border auction model, and WishScope, a social bulletin board that allows users to trade second-hand items, exchange skills, and connect with others. Zawatt aims to create an interactive environment for users to engage in commerce while ensuring authenticity in transactions. In February 2017, Zawatt became a subsidiary of Mercari, a notable C2C marketplace in Japan.
Renmaitong
Angel Round in 2011
Renmaitong is a social and trading platform for business people.
Retty Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2010, operates a gourmet platform named Retty. This platform specializes in providing information about restaurants across Japan, with a focus on user-generated reviews and recommendations. It facilitates users to search for dining options based on store details and offers a social aspect by allowing individuals to share their restaurant experiences or plans with friends, making decision-making easier.
9tong.com
Seed Round in 2011
9tong.com (久通网) is a commercial social network based on mobile internet. It has received two rounds of venture capital investments from Matrix Partners, Japanese CA Venture Capital, and Redpoint Ventures. 9tong.com was founded in Shanghai, in September, 2011. It expects to establish a real-name commercial social network with a corresponding integrity evaluation system to promote the connection management, working efficiency, and business quality of business people.
iPeen (iPeen爱评网) is an online interactive platform that allows users to share, communicate, and exchange consumption experiences. It is a sub-website of Taiwan Honggu consult Co., Ltd. iPeen network is currently aiming at Taiwan district, providing users to share reviews and comments of delicious food around Taiwan, tourism information, movies, books, beauty makeup, and more.
Sunfun Info
Series B in 2006
Sunfun Info Co., Ltd. is a Taiwan-based company founded in 2002, specializing in online dating and social networking services. Headquartered in Taipei City, the company operates various platforms, including iPair, weTouch, SweetRing, and Love Apartment, which cater to users in Taiwan, the United States, Mexico, India, and Southeast Asia. In addition to its primary focus on dating applications, Sunfun Info also engages in the biotechnology and healthcare sectors, providing information software services and other online platform offerings.
CROOZ
Venture Round in 2006
CROOZ Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a technology company specializing in e-commerce infrastructure and social gaming applications. It offers a comprehensive EC system developed in-house, supporting mail-order operations, logistics, and HR solutions, driving volume growth, cost reduction, and profit generation for its clients. Additionally, CROOZ publishes and operates popular smartphone games in Japan and globally, with some titles grossing over US$1 million per month. The company also runs a fast fashion e-commerce platform, SHOPLIST.com, and a used fashion marketplace, SHOPLIST USED, along with a blog site, CROOZblog.