MedUp, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing a platform connecting patients and healthcare providers. The platform facilitates appointment bookings and delivers health information by integrating physicians with trusted health facilities. Additionally, MedUp operates a customer relationship management tool designed to enhance hospital management efficiency. This SaaS CRM tool offers hospitals support in sales and marketing, data analysis, and visualization, ultimately aiming to improve the quality of medical services while reducing operational costs. By streamlining processes and promoting sustainable medical care, MedUp enables healthcare professionals to operate more effectively and comfortably.
Rehasaku
Venture Round in 2023
Rehasaku Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based company established in 2018, specializing in rehabilitation services. It operates a hospital that integrates advanced technology to support medical professionals, such as physiotherapists and judo rehabilitation practitioners, in delivering care. Rehasaku also offers a cloud-based web service designed to assist stay-at-home patients by providing digital counseling. This service facilitates the prescription of evidence-based exercise regimens and enables the sharing of instructional content through videos and written materials. By focusing on enabling patients to engage in self-treatment and rehabilitation at home, Rehasaku aims to enhance the effectiveness and accessibility of rehabilitation services.
FLUX Inc. is a company based in Shibuya-ku, Japan, that specializes in developing digital marketing solutions to enhance online business performance. Founded in 2018, FLUX offers a range of products, including the FLUX Header Bidding Solution, which fosters fair competition among advertisers and boosts advertising revenue. Additionally, the company provides FLUX LTV Analytics, a tool that utilizes customer data and advanced statistical methods to predict customer lifetime value. FLUX also features a Digital Experience Platform (DXP) that personalizes and optimizes the digital customer experience through its proprietary digital identification technology, enabling businesses to engage effectively across various digital touchpoints.
Techtouch
Series B in 2023
Techtouch, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing an intuitive website user manual called TechTouch. The company's software enhances system education for employees, supports burden reduction, and promotes system utilization by overlaying explanation guidance on existing web systems. This is achieved through a plug-in introduced on the web browser side and JavaScript on the server-side. Techtouch's platform minimizes operational stress by displaying real-time navigation directly on the screen of running web systems, enabling businesses to handle complex operations accurately and efficiently.
Spacely
Venture Round in 2022
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2013, Spacely develops cloud-based software for creating and editing virtual reality (VR) content using 360-degree camera photos. Its intuitive platform caters to various industries such as real estate, tourism, and retail.
MedUp, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing a platform connecting patients and healthcare providers. The platform facilitates appointment bookings and delivers health information by integrating physicians with trusted health facilities. Additionally, MedUp operates a customer relationship management tool designed to enhance hospital management efficiency. This SaaS CRM tool offers hospitals support in sales and marketing, data analysis, and visualization, ultimately aiming to improve the quality of medical services while reducing operational costs. By streamlining processes and promoting sustainable medical care, MedUp enables healthcare professionals to operate more effectively and comfortably.
Magic Moment
Series A in 2021
Magic Moment Inc. is a Tokyo-based consulting and software company founded in 2017, specializing in Revenue Operations and knowledge solutions for sales. The company offers a comprehensive range of consulting services, focusing on customer acquisition and success while integrating business processes with technology and data. Magic Moment also provides a cloud-based platform that visualizes key business indicators, such as sales processes and customer engagement, to help organizations identify issues and make informed decisions. Through its insight board data processing and integration services, the company enables businesses to optimize their operations and enhance decision-making capabilities.
FLUX Inc. is a company based in Shibuya-ku, Japan, that specializes in developing digital marketing solutions to enhance online business performance. Founded in 2018, FLUX offers a range of products, including the FLUX Header Bidding Solution, which fosters fair competition among advertisers and boosts advertising revenue. Additionally, the company provides FLUX LTV Analytics, a tool that utilizes customer data and advanced statistical methods to predict customer lifetime value. FLUX also features a Digital Experience Platform (DXP) that personalizes and optimizes the digital customer experience through its proprietary digital identification technology, enabling businesses to engage effectively across various digital touchpoints.
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.
KAKEHASHI
Venture Round in 2020
KAKEHASHI Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in developing software as a service (SaaS) applications tailored for health insurance claim and drug history management, specifically designed for dispensing pharmacists using iPads. The company's mission is to bridge the gap between medical treatment and patients, aiming to enhance the healthcare landscape in Japan, which is known for its advanced medical technology and systems. As Japan faces a rapidly aging population, with projections indicating that by 2060, a significant portion of the population will be over 65, KAKEHASHI is committed to innovating healthcare solutions that support and improve the quality of life for this demographic, thereby contributing to the future of medical care in the country.
Xica Co., Ltd., founded in February 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in applied data science and information technology systems. The company is recognized for its development of MAGELLAN, a widely used Marketing Mix Modeling tool that supports over 200 prominent brands in Japan. Xica offers consulting services that automate, visualize, and optimize marketing effectiveness, addressing both offline and online advertising for clients with varying degrees of analytical expertise. Its integrated analysis tool quantifies the impact of advertising efforts, allowing clients to understand the contributions of various promotional measures, including TV commercials and other offline advertisements, to their overall marketing results.
BeaTrust
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2020, BeaTrust develops a collaboration platform that enables employees to discover colleagues' skills, interests, and experiences, fostering connections across departments and driving innovation.
ANDPAD
Venture Round in 2020
ANDPAD is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in construction management software, having commenced operations on September 1, 2015. The company's application provides a comprehensive platform for managing construction projects, offering users access to essential information such as drawings, process charts, and photographs related to construction sites. Additionally, it facilitates the management of personnel involved in the projects, including on-site craftsmen and supervisors. By centralizing these various elements, ANDPAD enhances on-site efficiency and overall project management for clients throughout Japan.
Techtouch
Series A in 2020
Techtouch, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing an intuitive website user manual called TechTouch. The company's software enhances system education for employees, supports burden reduction, and promotes system utilization by overlaying explanation guidance on existing web systems. This is achieved through a plug-in introduced on the web browser side and JavaScript on the server-side. Techtouch's platform minimizes operational stress by displaying real-time navigation directly on the screen of running web systems, enabling businesses to handle complex operations accurately and efficiently.
MedUp, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing a platform connecting patients and healthcare providers. The platform facilitates appointment bookings and delivers health information by integrating physicians with trusted health facilities. Additionally, MedUp operates a customer relationship management tool designed to enhance hospital management efficiency. This SaaS CRM tool offers hospitals support in sales and marketing, data analysis, and visualization, ultimately aiming to improve the quality of medical services while reducing operational costs. By streamlining processes and promoting sustainable medical care, MedUp enables healthcare professionals to operate more effectively and comfortably.
Alp, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing technology solutions aimed at enhancing company monetization. The company offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform called Scalebase, designed specifically for recurring revenue businesses, including subscription and SaaS models. Scalebase enables users to efficiently manage various business operations, such as pricing design, product and customer management, contract and billing management, and financial analysis. By centralizing these functions, Alp's solutions help businesses reduce their workload, increase operational flexibility, and ultimately drive revenue growth.
Overflow
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Overflow specializes in providing information services and consultancy focused on enhancing consumers' financial knowledge and efficiency. Its platform offers job matching services for engineers and designers, comprehensive money management information, and strategic consulting in internet media.
Resily develops a cloud-based OKR (Objectives and Key Results) tool that helps businesses set strategies, plans, and track progress. Its platform facilitates communication and collaboration across teams by providing a mechanism for sharing actions towards achieving company goals.
TrendExpress
Venture Round in 2019
TrendExpress Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in social data and social media analytics. Formerly known as Hotto Link Consulting Inc., it operates as a subsidiary of Hottolink, Inc. TrendExpress focuses on visualizing social big data globally and provides valuable insights through weekly reporting. Additionally, the company engages in market research utilizing social big data, enabling businesses to better understand trends and consumer behavior through its analytical services.
Rehasaku Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based company established in 2018, specializing in rehabilitation services. It operates a hospital that integrates advanced technology to support medical professionals, such as physiotherapists and judo rehabilitation practitioners, in delivering care. Rehasaku also offers a cloud-based web service designed to assist stay-at-home patients by providing digital counseling. This service facilitates the prescription of evidence-based exercise regimens and enables the sharing of instructional content through videos and written materials. By focusing on enabling patients to engage in self-treatment and rehabilitation at home, Rehasaku aims to enhance the effectiveness and accessibility of rehabilitation services.
Magic Moment
Seed Round in 2019
Magic Moment Inc. is a Tokyo-based consulting and software company founded in 2017, specializing in Revenue Operations and knowledge solutions for sales. The company offers a comprehensive range of consulting services, focusing on customer acquisition and success while integrating business processes with technology and data. Magic Moment also provides a cloud-based platform that visualizes key business indicators, such as sales processes and customer engagement, to help organizations identify issues and make informed decisions. Through its insight board data processing and integration services, the company enables businesses to optimize their operations and enhance decision-making capabilities.
FLUX Inc. is a company based in Shibuya-ku, Japan, that specializes in developing digital marketing solutions to enhance online business performance. Founded in 2018, FLUX offers a range of products, including the FLUX Header Bidding Solution, which fosters fair competition among advertisers and boosts advertising revenue. Additionally, the company provides FLUX LTV Analytics, a tool that utilizes customer data and advanced statistical methods to predict customer lifetime value. FLUX also features a Digital Experience Platform (DXP) that personalizes and optimizes the digital customer experience through its proprietary digital identification technology, enabling businesses to engage effectively across various digital touchpoints.
Mazrica
Venture Round in 2019
Mazrica, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015 that specializes in designing and developing an online business support platform. The company focuses on enhancing organizational performance through its product, "Senses," which integrates sales force automation and customer relationship management functionalities. This platform allows users to effectively manage sales opportunities and centralize information, while also providing consulting and training services to improve sales processes. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Mazrica aims to enhance organizational intelligence and address common challenges in personalization. The company's overarching goal is to foster a more free, creative, and fulfilling work environment for its clients.
toBe marketing
Venture Round in 2019
ToBe Marketing Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based information technology company founded in 2015, specializing in client management systems and marketing automation. The company offers consulting services to help businesses integrate marketing technology with customer relationship management, aiming to enhance engagement between companies and their customers. ToBe Marketing provides a suite of tools that support various marketing and sales operations, including social media collaboration, email distribution, and salesforce integration. By focusing on the effective use of digital technology, ToBe Marketing empowers clients to improve their marketing outcomes and drive sales growth.
KAKEHASHI
Series B in 2019
KAKEHASHI Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in developing software as a service (SaaS) applications tailored for health insurance claim and drug history management, specifically designed for dispensing pharmacists using iPads. The company's mission is to bridge the gap between medical treatment and patients, aiming to enhance the healthcare landscape in Japan, which is known for its advanced medical technology and systems. As Japan faces a rapidly aging population, with projections indicating that by 2060, a significant portion of the population will be over 65, KAKEHASHI is committed to innovating healthcare solutions that support and improve the quality of life for this demographic, thereby contributing to the future of medical care in the country.
Flow Solutions
Seed Round in 2019
Flow Solutions, Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, specializes in the development of an AI-powered platform known as InSight. This platform is designed to analyze store performance within the retail industry by integrating data from various retail analytic tools. Flow Solutions aims to empower retail executives by providing actionable insights that support data-centric decision-making. Additionally, the company facilitates data communication across retail chains using IoT and other retail data sources, helping businesses explore alternatives to improve their operations and strategies.
Techtouch
Seed Round in 2019
Techtouch, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing an intuitive website user manual called TechTouch. The company's software enhances system education for employees, supports burden reduction, and promotes system utilization by overlaying explanation guidance on existing web systems. This is achieved through a plug-in introduced on the web browser side and JavaScript on the server-side. Techtouch's platform minimizes operational stress by displaying real-time navigation directly on the screen of running web systems, enabling businesses to handle complex operations accurately and efficiently.
ANDPAD is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in construction management software, having commenced operations on September 1, 2015. The company's application provides a comprehensive platform for managing construction projects, offering users access to essential information such as drawings, process charts, and photographs related to construction sites. Additionally, it facilitates the management of personnel involved in the projects, including on-site craftsmen and supervisors. By centralizing these various elements, ANDPAD enhances on-site efficiency and overall project management for clients throughout Japan.
HERP, Inc. is a recruitment management platform that specializes in streamlining the talent acquisition process for enterprises. Founded in 2017 and based in Shinagawa-ku, Japan, HERP offers a comprehensive tool known as HERP ATS, which facilitates engagement in recruitment activities among on-site employees. The platform connects various recruiting media and integrates with communication tools like Slack and Chatwork, allowing for efficient job ticket creation, interview scheduling, and talent management. Additionally, HERP features a talent pool system that optimizes communication by tracking and managing connections with potential candidates. Through these capabilities, HERP aims to enhance the overall recruitment experience by making it more collaborative and less cumbersome for both employers and job seekers.
Hubble Japan
Venture Round in 2019
Hubble Japan is a company that specializes in developing cloud-based software for the management and storage of legal documents. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, the company offers a platform that facilitates the exchange, management, and sharing of legal documents for organizations of all sizes and industries. Hubble's software integrates with various electronic signing services, including CloudSign and DocuSign, allowing for seamless document processing. The platform is designed to automatically organize and manage document histories, track changes, and revert to previous versions, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing legal and contract-related friction. Hubble Japan aims to streamline the document management process with user-friendly features that cater to the needs of its clients.
TableCheck
Venture Round in 2019
TableCheck Inc, founded in 2011 and based in Chuo-ku, Japan, develops a mobile application that offers restaurant information and booking options. The company's software includes table management and customer relationship management features, enhancing guest engagement, reservations, and table utilization for restaurants worldwide. TableCheck analyzes restaurant data to create vibrant dining experiences and provides tools that enable seamless customer interactions from the moment of reservation.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2013, Spacely develops cloud-based software for creating and editing virtual reality (VR) content using 360-degree camera photos. Its intuitive platform caters to various industries such as real estate, tourism, and retail.
ANDPAD
Venture Round in 2019
ANDPAD is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in construction management software, having commenced operations on September 1, 2015. The company's application provides a comprehensive platform for managing construction projects, offering users access to essential information such as drawings, process charts, and photographs related to construction sites. Additionally, it facilitates the management of personnel involved in the projects, including on-site craftsmen and supervisors. By centralizing these various elements, ANDPAD enhances on-site efficiency and overall project management for clients throughout Japan.
Pocket Change
Venture Round in 2019
Pocket Change Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in converting leftover coins, bills, and foreign currency into electronic money, gift codes, and coupons. The company operates through kiosks strategically placed at airports and train stations, offering a convenient service for travelers to exchange their unused currency into more usable forms.
Trajectory
Venture Round in 2019
Trajectory, Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2018 that specializes in the research and development of control systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The company has created an AI Traffic Control system that facilitates fully autonomous navigation for drones. Its innovative technology allows for the automated generation of flight routes for multiple UAVs, enabling simultaneous deployment and operation. By providing clients with a safe and accessible environment for UAV usage, Trajectory aims to address various operational challenges associated with unmanned aircraft.
Alp, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing technology solutions aimed at enhancing company monetization. The company offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform called Scalebase, designed specifically for recurring revenue businesses, including subscription and SaaS models. Scalebase enables users to efficiently manage various business operations, such as pricing design, product and customer management, contract and billing management, and financial analysis. By centralizing these functions, Alp's solutions help businesses reduce their workload, increase operational flexibility, and ultimately drive revenue growth.
Resily develops a cloud-based OKR (Objectives and Key Results) tool that helps businesses set strategies, plans, and track progress. Its platform facilitates communication and collaboration across teams by providing a mechanism for sharing actions towards achieving company goals.
Alphaus, Inc. is a technology company specializing in cloud application lifecycle management and automation solutions, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Originally known as Mobingi K.K., the company rebranded in September 2019. Alphaus develops a range of cloud-based products, including Wave, a management solution for AWS, Ripple, a billing management tool for managed service providers and resellers, and Ocean, an application for comprehensive lifecycle management. As an AWS Advanced Technology Partner, Alphaus provides financial management tools that assist enterprises in comprehending and optimizing their cloud expenditures across platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. The company's offerings aim to simplify complex cloud operations and empower users—including business teams and developers—by providing intuitive interfaces and effective resource allocation capabilities.
UsideU, Inc. is a technology firm based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in developing artificial intelligence-enabled digital dispatch services. Founded in 2017, the company utilizes reinforcement learning technologies to create innovative solutions aimed at addressing the service worker shortage faced by various industries. UsideU's platform facilitates remote communication and multi-modal automated interactions, enabling effective collaboration between human agents and robotic systems. Its products are designed to enhance the efficiency of customer service operations, particularly in the context of sales and guidance, by incorporating advanced features such as voice, touch, and facial recognition. The company's efforts are particularly relevant in light of demographic challenges, such as declining birth rates and an aging population, as well as increasing inbound demand for services.
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.
Favy
Venture Round in 2018
Favy is a Tokyo-based platform that provides marketing support for the food and beverage sector. It offers a web service that helps restaurants and other consumer-facing businesses, including beauty salons, launch subscription programs and access information on local stores and gourmet events. As a web-based media and services platform, Favy supplies tools aimed at improving profitability for retail stores and restaurants by enhancing the customer experience, increasing sales, and attracting customers. The platform aggregates local dining options and gourmet content, enabling operators to gain visibility and engage with diners through subscription and promotional capabilities.
Four Fusion
Series A in 2018
Four Fusion, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2000 that specializes in web communication services designed to enhance interaction between businesses and consumers. The company offers a range of services including sales and implementation of the Zendesk application, online customer service consulting, and the construction and operation of chat centers. By facilitating effective customer support, Four Fusion aims to improve the online purchase experience and promote bidirectional communication, ultimately helping enterprises increase their sales and gain valuable insights into customer behavior.
KAKEHASHI
Series A in 2018
KAKEHASHI Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in developing software as a service (SaaS) applications tailored for health insurance claim and drug history management, specifically designed for dispensing pharmacists using iPads. The company's mission is to bridge the gap between medical treatment and patients, aiming to enhance the healthcare landscape in Japan, which is known for its advanced medical technology and systems. As Japan faces a rapidly aging population, with projections indicating that by 2060, a significant portion of the population will be over 65, KAKEHASHI is committed to innovating healthcare solutions that support and improve the quality of life for this demographic, thereby contributing to the future of medical care in the country.
User Local
Venture Round in 2018
User Local, Inc. is a Tokyo-based software firm established in 2005 that specializes in the development of data analysis tools and artificial intelligence technologies. The company focuses on creating various analytical solutions for site creators and marketers, including tools for web marketing, social media analysis, and media analysis. Its product lineup features User Insight for web marketing support, Social Insight for social media analytics, and Media Insight for media analysis. Additionally, User Local offers services such as heat map analysis, text mining, and AI-driven future forecasting. The company also manages an artificial intelligence chatbot, enhancing its capabilities in providing comprehensive data-driven solutions.
ANDPAD is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in construction management software, having commenced operations on September 1, 2015. The company's application provides a comprehensive platform for managing construction projects, offering users access to essential information such as drawings, process charts, and photographs related to construction sites. Additionally, it facilitates the management of personnel involved in the projects, including on-site craftsmen and supervisors. By centralizing these various elements, ANDPAD enhances on-site efficiency and overall project management for clients throughout Japan.
Spacely
Seed Round in 2018
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2013, Spacely develops cloud-based software for creating and editing virtual reality (VR) content using 360-degree camera photos. Its intuitive platform caters to various industries such as real estate, tourism, and retail.
PSYGIG Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in big data infrastructure solutions tailored for the automotive, drone, and robotics industries. The company develops a cloud-based analytics platform that facilitates the visualization and processing of data, enabling engineers to create safer and more efficient Mobility IoT applications. PSYGIG provides a multiplatform software development kit (SDK) that captures raw sensor measurements, sends control logs and error reports to the cloud, and monitors robot navigation and interactions with their environment. Additionally, the company's offerings include online diagnostic tools and dashboards that support real-time data visualization, event analysis, and anomaly detection, empowering customers to swiftly identify and address software issues.
Vector
Venture Round in 2018
Vector Inc. is a Japan-based public relations agency established in 1993, headquartered in Tokyo. The company specializes in a wide array of services, including PR planning and implementation, consulting, branding, investor relations support, celebrity casting, and risk management. Vector also conducts market research and event planning, while providing digital marketing and press release distribution services through its PR TIMES platform and various other websites. Additionally, the company operates a human resources cloud service designed to assist organizations in developing and managing employee evaluation systems. Vector is also active in the video release distribution sector within the advertising and marketing industries.
Xica Co., Ltd., founded in February 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in applied data science and information technology systems. The company is recognized for its development of MAGELLAN, a widely used Marketing Mix Modeling tool that supports over 200 prominent brands in Japan. Xica offers consulting services that automate, visualize, and optimize marketing effectiveness, addressing both offline and online advertising for clients with varying degrees of analytical expertise. Its integrated analysis tool quantifies the impact of advertising efforts, allowing clients to understand the contributions of various promotional measures, including TV commercials and other offline advertisements, to their overall marketing results.
FOLIO
Venture Round in 2018
FOLIO Co., Ltd., based in Tokyo, Japan, operates a web-based asset management platform that simplifies the investment process through the use of artificial intelligence. The platform allows users to diversify their investments by selecting specific themes and provides tools for both active and passive stock traders to manage their personal trading securities. By enabling investors to engage with multiple companies, FOLIO helps users mitigate risks associated with stock price fluctuations, making asset management more accessible and efficient.
Connected Robotics
Seed Round in 2017
Connected Robotics Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Koganei-shi, Japan, specializes in designing and manufacturing robotic arms for enterprises. Their flagship product, OctoChef, is a cooking robot designed to address labor shortages in the restaurant industry. Utilizing artificial intelligence, image processing, and robot control technologies, OctoChef aims to enhance efficiency and worker satisfaction by automating kitchen tasks. The company serves a variety of clients, including individual restaurants, shopping malls, stations, service areas, amusement centers, and large-scale events, providing fun and healthy meal options while contributing to societal improvements.
TrendExpress
Series A in 2017
TrendExpress Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in social data and social media analytics. Formerly known as Hotto Link Consulting Inc., it operates as a subsidiary of Hottolink, Inc. TrendExpress focuses on visualizing social big data globally and provides valuable insights through weekly reporting. Additionally, the company engages in market research utilizing social big data, enabling businesses to better understand trends and consumer behavior through its analytical services.
toBe marketing
Series B in 2017
ToBe Marketing Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based information technology company founded in 2015, specializing in client management systems and marketing automation. The company offers consulting services to help businesses integrate marketing technology with customer relationship management, aiming to enhance engagement between companies and their customers. ToBe Marketing provides a suite of tools that support various marketing and sales operations, including social media collaboration, email distribution, and salesforce integration. By focusing on the effective use of digital technology, ToBe Marketing empowers clients to improve their marketing outcomes and drive sales growth.
Zehitomo
Seed Round in 2017
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.
Mazrica, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015 that specializes in designing and developing an online business support platform. The company focuses on enhancing organizational performance through its product, "Senses," which integrates sales force automation and customer relationship management functionalities. This platform allows users to effectively manage sales opportunities and centralize information, while also providing consulting and training services to improve sales processes. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Mazrica aims to enhance organizational intelligence and address common challenges in personalization. The company's overarching goal is to foster a more free, creative, and fulfilling work environment for its clients.
Nauto is an AI technology company that improves commercial fleet safety through its intelligent driver safety system. This system assesses driver behavior to reduce distracted driving and prevent collisions, enabling real-time feedback and analysis for fleet managers. Nauto's platform also powers the development of autonomous vehicle technology.
SImount
Seed Round in 2017
SImount Inc. is a Japanese company, established on August 8, 2014, that specializes in the development of a versatile database management system. The platform integrates various data formats, including Excel, CSV, and PDF, enabling businesses to leverage their data effectively. In addition to its database solutions, SImount offers dispatch system software aimed at enhancing transportation and logistics in the B2B delivery sector. This system automates the selection of appropriate vehicles and drivers for each delivery, thereby reducing delivery times and improving customer satisfaction. Furthermore, the platform includes reporting and communication tools that allow businesses to track shipments in real-time, ultimately leading to increased operational efficiency and sales growth.
FOLIO Co., Ltd., based in Tokyo, Japan, operates a web-based asset management platform that simplifies the investment process through the use of artificial intelligence. The platform allows users to diversify their investments by selecting specific themes and provides tools for both active and passive stock traders to manage their personal trading securities. By enabling investors to engage with multiple companies, FOLIO helps users mitigate risks associated with stock price fluctuations, making asset management more accessible and efficient.
Alphaus, Inc. is a technology company specializing in cloud application lifecycle management and automation solutions, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Originally known as Mobingi K.K., the company rebranded in September 2019. Alphaus develops a range of cloud-based products, including Wave, a management solution for AWS, Ripple, a billing management tool for managed service providers and resellers, and Ocean, an application for comprehensive lifecycle management. As an AWS Advanced Technology Partner, Alphaus provides financial management tools that assist enterprises in comprehending and optimizing their cloud expenditures across platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. The company's offerings aim to simplify complex cloud operations and empower users—including business teams and developers—by providing intuitive interfaces and effective resource allocation capabilities.
RESTAR Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in providing an information retrieval and analysis platform for corporations involved in real estate investment and loans. The platform is designed to enhance real estate transactions by offering comprehensive data and geographic information, which aids real estate professionals and investors in making informed decisions. By leveraging a combination of innovative technology and industry expertise, RESTAR aims to uncover value within the real estate sector and streamline workflows for its users.
Peatix Inc. is a global event registration platform founded in 2011 and based in Tokyo, Japan. It provides event organizers with a suite of tools to create, promote, manage, and sell tickets for a variety of events, ranging from concerts to conferences. The platform facilitates a seamless ticketing experience, allowing attendees to easily purchase tickets while also discovering events that align with their interests. Peatix has served over 30,000 events since its inception and is known for its mobile-centric approach, enhancing the event experience through social interactions and event discovery features available on its mobile applications and website. The company has expanded its operations to the United States and Singapore and offers competitive ticketing fees along with customizable event pages for organizers. Peatix aims to connect individuals with shared passions and foster vibrant communities through diverse experiences.
Sight Machine
Series B in 2016
Sight Machine is a manufacturing analytics company that provides a data platform and AI-driven analytics for discrete and process manufacturing. The platform enables real-time visibility and actionable insights for every machine, line, and plant through a Plant Digital Twin and supports multi-factory IoT data ingestion via edge and cloud components, along with a Manufacturing Data Platform and vertical solutions for industries such as paper, packaging, and chemicals. It integrates data from historians, RDBMS, MES, ERP, inspection and quality equipment, PLC endpoints, and spreadsheets. Serving Global 500 manufacturers across aerospace, automotive, consumer goods, electronics, food and beverage, industrials, oil and gas, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals, Sight Machine was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Ann Arbor, Tokyo, and Taichung. The company uses AI and machine learning to continuously analyze assets, data sources, and processes from machine to enterprise to improve profitability, productivity, and sustainability.
HOMMA is a startup that designs modern homes and develops an artificial intelligence driven platform for connected living. The company brings together home builders, architects, designers, and engineers to create residences that integrate security, convenience, and comfort through smart devices and applications. The platform enables device and application integration and allows homeowners to tailor configurations to their preferences, enhancing the living experience. Founded in 2015 by Takeshi Homma, HOMMA operates with offices in the Bay Area, Portland and Tokyo.
Credit Engine
Seed Round in 2016
Credit Engine, founded in November 2018, is an innovative online lending service based in Japan, specializing in providing a lending platform for financial institutions. As a spinoff of LENDY, the company is unique in its offering, enabling banks and other financial entities to launch their own branded lending services with an advanced user interface and efficient operational processes. The platform is designed to facilitate real-time loan screening using a combination of sales data, bank data, and external online information, streamlining the borrowing process for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Credit Engine has garnered the trust of leading Japanese banks, including Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and Mizuho Financial Group, making it a prominent player in the online lending sector.
toBe marketing
Venture Round in 2016
ToBe Marketing Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based information technology company founded in 2015, specializing in client management systems and marketing automation. The company offers consulting services to help businesses integrate marketing technology with customer relationship management, aiming to enhance engagement between companies and their customers. ToBe Marketing provides a suite of tools that support various marketing and sales operations, including social media collaboration, email distribution, and salesforce integration. By focusing on the effective use of digital technology, ToBe Marketing empowers clients to improve their marketing outcomes and drive sales growth.
KAKEHASHI
Seed Round in 2016
KAKEHASHI Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in developing software as a service (SaaS) applications tailored for health insurance claim and drug history management, specifically designed for dispensing pharmacists using iPads. The company's mission is to bridge the gap between medical treatment and patients, aiming to enhance the healthcare landscape in Japan, which is known for its advanced medical technology and systems. As Japan faces a rapidly aging population, with projections indicating that by 2060, a significant portion of the population will be over 65, KAKEHASHI is committed to innovating healthcare solutions that support and improve the quality of life for this demographic, thereby contributing to the future of medical care in the country.
Nauto is an AI technology company that improves commercial fleet safety through its intelligent driver safety system. This system assesses driver behavior to reduce distracted driving and prevent collisions, enabling real-time feedback and analysis for fleet managers. Nauto's platform also powers the development of autonomous vehicle technology.
Mazrica
Seed Round in 2016
Mazrica, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015 that specializes in designing and developing an online business support platform. The company focuses on enhancing organizational performance through its product, "Senses," which integrates sales force automation and customer relationship management functionalities. This platform allows users to effectively manage sales opportunities and centralize information, while also providing consulting and training services to improve sales processes. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Mazrica aims to enhance organizational intelligence and address common challenges in personalization. The company's overarching goal is to foster a more free, creative, and fulfilling work environment for its clients.
Innova
Venture Round in 2016
Innova, Inc. is a Tokyo-based agency specializing in content marketing and search engine optimization (SEO) services. Established in 2011, the company has developed a strong reputation for assisting businesses in enhancing their marketing strategies through effective management of owned media websites. Innova focuses on producing SEO-optimized content and articles, enabling clients to effectively reach and engage consumers. The agency serves a diverse client base, which includes prominent Japanese firms such as Yahoo Japan, Rakuten, Sony, DeNA, Opt, and Septeni Holdings, demonstrating its capability to cater to the needs of major industry players.
Xica Co., Ltd., founded in February 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in applied data science and information technology systems. The company is recognized for its development of MAGELLAN, a widely used Marketing Mix Modeling tool that supports over 200 prominent brands in Japan. Xica offers consulting services that automate, visualize, and optimize marketing effectiveness, addressing both offline and online advertising for clients with varying degrees of analytical expertise. Its integrated analysis tool quantifies the impact of advertising efforts, allowing clients to understand the contributions of various promotional measures, including TV commercials and other offline advertisements, to their overall marketing results.
Sight Machine
Series B in 2016
Sight Machine is a manufacturing analytics company that provides a data platform and AI-driven analytics for discrete and process manufacturing. The platform enables real-time visibility and actionable insights for every machine, line, and plant through a Plant Digital Twin and supports multi-factory IoT data ingestion via edge and cloud components, along with a Manufacturing Data Platform and vertical solutions for industries such as paper, packaging, and chemicals. It integrates data from historians, RDBMS, MES, ERP, inspection and quality equipment, PLC endpoints, and spreadsheets. Serving Global 500 manufacturers across aerospace, automotive, consumer goods, electronics, food and beverage, industrials, oil and gas, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals, Sight Machine was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Ann Arbor, Tokyo, and Taichung. The company uses AI and machine learning to continuously analyze assets, data sources, and processes from machine to enterprise to improve profitability, productivity, and sustainability.
FOLIO Co., Ltd., based in Tokyo, Japan, operates a web-based asset management platform that simplifies the investment process through the use of artificial intelligence. The platform allows users to diversify their investments by selecting specific themes and provides tools for both active and passive stock traders to manage their personal trading securities. By enabling investors to engage with multiple companies, FOLIO helps users mitigate risks associated with stock price fluctuations, making asset management more accessible and efficient.
Clintal
Seed Round in 2016
Clintal Co., Ltd. operates an online healthcare consultation platform based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015. The company focuses on providing users with access to comprehensive medical information and referrals to qualified doctors. Through its platform, users can receive diagnoses based on their symptoms, supported by data on the number of surgeries and relevant medical literature associated with each doctor. Additionally, Clintal offers information on nearby clinics and facilitates communication through a chat application, enabling individuals to identify their health issues and seek appropriate treatments efficiently. This service aims to simplify the process of finding suitable medical professionals and enhance overall healthcare accessibility.
AI Silk
Venture Round in 2015
AI Silk Corporation, established in 2015 and based in Sendai, Japan, specializes in the manufacture and sale of innovative conductive fibers. The company's flagship product, AI Silk, is created using a unique dyeing technique that imbues natural silk with conductivity. This advancement allows for the production of electrodes that address common issues associated with traditional medical electrodes, such as discomfort, skin irritation, and measurement inaccuracies caused by sweat. AI Silk’s technology not only enhances the comfort of conductive clothing but also minimizes the risk of allergic reactions, making it suitable for a wide range of applications beyond the healthcare sector. The company also offers simplified manufacturing kits, further promoting the use of its advanced materials in various industries.
SYMAX Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded on June 16, 2014, that specializes in the development of a sensor device designed for the early detection of diseases and illnesses. The innovative device is designed to be attached to Western-style toilets, enabling users to monitor their health by analyzing urine on a daily basis. SYMAX aims to provide an easy-to-use solution that allows for the continuous monitoring of health conditions, facilitating timely medical interventions.
Alphaus
Seed Round in 2015
Alphaus, Inc. is a technology company specializing in cloud application lifecycle management and automation solutions, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Originally known as Mobingi K.K., the company rebranded in September 2019. Alphaus develops a range of cloud-based products, including Wave, a management solution for AWS, Ripple, a billing management tool for managed service providers and resellers, and Ocean, an application for comprehensive lifecycle management. As an AWS Advanced Technology Partner, Alphaus provides financial management tools that assist enterprises in comprehending and optimizing their cloud expenditures across platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. The company's offerings aim to simplify complex cloud operations and empower users—including business teams and developers—by providing intuitive interfaces and effective resource allocation capabilities.
toBe marketing
Seed Round in 2015
ToBe Marketing Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based information technology company founded in 2015, specializing in client management systems and marketing automation. The company offers consulting services to help businesses integrate marketing technology with customer relationship management, aiming to enhance engagement between companies and their customers. ToBe Marketing provides a suite of tools that support various marketing and sales operations, including social media collaboration, email distribution, and salesforce integration. By focusing on the effective use of digital technology, ToBe Marketing empowers clients to improve their marketing outcomes and drive sales growth.
Xica
Venture Round in 2015
Xica Co., Ltd., founded in February 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in applied data science and information technology systems. The company is recognized for its development of MAGELLAN, a widely used Marketing Mix Modeling tool that supports over 200 prominent brands in Japan. Xica offers consulting services that automate, visualize, and optimize marketing effectiveness, addressing both offline and online advertising for clients with varying degrees of analytical expertise. Its integrated analysis tool quantifies the impact of advertising efforts, allowing clients to understand the contributions of various promotional measures, including TV commercials and other offline advertisements, to their overall marketing results.
Xica Co., Ltd., founded in February 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in applied data science and information technology systems. The company is recognized for its development of MAGELLAN, a widely used Marketing Mix Modeling tool that supports over 200 prominent brands in Japan. Xica offers consulting services that automate, visualize, and optimize marketing effectiveness, addressing both offline and online advertising for clients with varying degrees of analytical expertise. Its integrated analysis tool quantifies the impact of advertising efforts, allowing clients to understand the contributions of various promotional measures, including TV commercials and other offline advertisements, to their overall marketing results.
Peatix Inc. is a global event registration platform founded in 2011 and based in Tokyo, Japan. It provides event organizers with a suite of tools to create, promote, manage, and sell tickets for a variety of events, ranging from concerts to conferences. The platform facilitates a seamless ticketing experience, allowing attendees to easily purchase tickets while also discovering events that align with their interests. Peatix has served over 30,000 events since its inception and is known for its mobile-centric approach, enhancing the event experience through social interactions and event discovery features available on its mobile applications and website. The company has expanded its operations to the United States and Singapore and offers competitive ticketing fees along with customizable event pages for organizers. Peatix aims to connect individuals with shared passions and foster vibrant communities through diverse experiences.
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2004, Hibot specializes in robotic platforms and related hardware and software solutions. The company provides robots for hazardous operations, infrastructure maintenance and inspection, and search & rescue missions.
Innova, Inc. is a Tokyo-based agency specializing in content marketing and search engine optimization (SEO) services. Established in 2011, the company has developed a strong reputation for assisting businesses in enhancing their marketing strategies through effective management of owned media websites. Innova focuses on producing SEO-optimized content and articles, enabling clients to effectively reach and engage consumers. The agency serves a diverse client base, which includes prominent Japanese firms such as Yahoo Japan, Rakuten, Sony, DeNA, Opt, and Septeni Holdings, demonstrating its capability to cater to the needs of major industry players.
Trippiece
Series B in 2013
Trippiece is a Japanese travel technology company that operates a social travel service platform for creating and sharing travel plans and coordinating participants. The platform enables users to publish itineraries and connect with others who want to join, while retrip.jp provides travel-related news and information as a content site. Founded in 2011, the company is based in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo.
Peatix Inc. is a global event registration platform founded in 2011 and based in Tokyo, Japan. It provides event organizers with a suite of tools to create, promote, manage, and sell tickets for a variety of events, ranging from concerts to conferences. The platform facilitates a seamless ticketing experience, allowing attendees to easily purchase tickets while also discovering events that align with their interests. Peatix has served over 30,000 events since its inception and is known for its mobile-centric approach, enhancing the event experience through social interactions and event discovery features available on its mobile applications and website. The company has expanded its operations to the United States and Singapore and offers competitive ticketing fees along with customizable event pages for organizers. Peatix aims to connect individuals with shared passions and foster vibrant communities through diverse experiences.
Kauli
Venture Round in 2012
Kauli, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in an advertisement network platform tailored for the Japanese market. It provides an Online Ad Network Management System that supports Real Time Bidding, enabling advertisers to place bids for ads based on users' characteristics in real time. Kauli continuously evaluates various ad networks to ensure that the one with the highest expected ad revenue is selected, optimizing ad placements for better performance. As a subsidiary of VOYAGE GROUP, Inc., Kauli plays a significant role in enhancing the effectiveness of online advertising through its innovative technology and strategic approach.
Kauli, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in an advertisement network platform tailored for the Japanese market. It provides an Online Ad Network Management System that supports Real Time Bidding, enabling advertisers to place bids for ads based on users' characteristics in real time. Kauli continuously evaluates various ad networks to ensure that the one with the highest expected ad revenue is selected, optimizing ad placements for better performance. As a subsidiary of VOYAGE GROUP, Inc., Kauli plays a significant role in enhancing the effectiveness of online advertising through its innovative technology and strategic approach.