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BEENEXT Capital Management is a venture capital firm established in 2015 and based in Singapore. It focuses on early-stage investments in technology startups, particularly in the information technology, SaaS, and fintech sectors. The firm primarily targets seed and Series A funding rounds and aims to support founders by leveraging its operational experience, extensive network, and unique insights. BEENEXT seeks to create a global platform for founders, emphasizing collaboration among entrepreneurs, particularly in South East Asia, India, and Japan. Since its inception, the firm has invested in over 180 companies worldwide, reflecting its commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the digital landscape.

Hero Choudary

Managing Partner

Hero Choudhary

Partner

Anirudh Garg

Partner

Nao Ito

Operating Partner

Yusuke Kono

Investor

Hironori Maeda

Managing Partner

Hiro Maeda

Managing Partner

Danella Rachel Muljono

Associate

Ricky Nguyen

Director, Operations and Finance

Chinh Nguyen

Investor

Yukano Nishijima

Investment Manager

Dirk van Quaquebeke

Managing Partner

Faiz Rahman

Partner

Teruhide Sato

Founder and CEO

Chinmaya Saxena

Partner, Community Strategy

Esther Yi

Investor

Past deals in Japan

Hacomono

Series A in 2021
Machiiro Inc., a Software-as-a-Service company, develops and sells software to manages members, reserves, and payments for stores. It offers hacomono, a cloud-based member management/reservation/settlement system for subscribing stores, such as fitness clubs; and marchily, a cloud service that visualizes the daily work of individuals and the flow of work of the entire team through daily reports and task management. The company provides its solutions for fitness clubs, gyms, yoga studios, studios, indoor golf facilities, and self-esthetics operations. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Lecto

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of financial software designed to support operation design, debt collection, and debt management operations. The company's platform digitally manages debt management and collection functions that have been performed in analog and disjointed manners and optimizes the collection contents according to customer attributes and characteristics, enabling operators to make decisions and improve cost efficiency and profitability.

Kaminashi

Series A in 2021
Developer of workplace digitization software designed to keep a track of on-site work records. The company's software digitizes the work that was done on paper and excel, such as digitizing handwritten information, tabulating it and reporting, making the working styles of non-desk workers at all sites, such as manufacturing, retail, eating, drinking and logistics, smarter, enabling organizations to automate on-site routine work and clerical work.

Hey AI

Seed Round in 2020
Hey AI is a technology company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform designed to optimize business operations and enhance customer interactions. The platform automates various tasks, including sales assistance and customer engagement, enabling businesses to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Hey AI's innovative approach allows organizations to leverage AI capabilities across multiple functions, thereby driving exponential business impact. The company is committed to addressing the growing demand for data-driven insights while ensuring user privacy and control over personal information. By providing tools that balance data sharing with ethical considerations, Hey AI empowers businesses to connect more effectively with their customers, ultimately aiming to improve overall service quality and reputation within their ecosystems.

PartnerSuccess

Seed Round in 2020
PartnerSuccess, Inc. operates as a cloud service that automates the collaboration between manufacturers and distributors. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

WAmazing

Debt Financing in 2020
WAmazing provides free subscriber identification module (SIM) cards that allow foreign travelers to register before their arrival in Japan. Through an app, WAmazing also provides tourists with free internet services of up to 500MB. The service aims to prevent visitors from being locked out of free wifi because of sign-up pages in Japanese that demand a local phone number. WAmazing was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Logiless

Venture Round in 2020
LOGILESS inc. offers logistics warehouse services. The company develops Logiless, an application which provides warehouse management system ( WMS ), a cloud-type system that uses logistics to judge the shipping source from multiple warehouses and provide instruction. The company is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Hokan

Venture Round in 2020
Provider of insurance management tool intended to assist maintenance service for insurance recruiters. The company's tool analyzes insurance policies and offers recommendations that can create charts, graphs, and other visual representations of the provided data of contracts and documents, enabling insurance agents to automatically digitize the information and manage the policy documents.

Hacomono

Venture Round in 2020
Machiiro Inc., a Software-as-a-Service company, develops and sells software to manages members, reserves, and payments for stores. It offers hacomono, a cloud-based member management/reservation/settlement system for subscribing stores, such as fitness clubs; and marchily, a cloud service that visualizes the daily work of individuals and the flow of work of the entire team through daily reports and task management. The company provides its solutions for fitness clubs, gyms, yoga studios, studios, indoor golf facilities, and self-esthetics operations. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

ANDPAD

Venture Round in 2020
Andpad is a Tokyo-based company that offers a construction management application tailored for users in Japan. Since its inception on September 1, 2015, Andpad has developed software that provides comprehensive project management services for the construction industry. The application facilitates the centralized management of various aspects of construction projects, including information on materials, drawings, process charts, and site photographs. It also enables users to manage personnel involved in construction, such as on-site craftsmen and supervisors. By streamlining these processes, Andpad aims to enhance on-site efficiency and overall project management for its clients.

Loglass

Seed Round in 2020
Loglass Inc. develops a cloud solution that enables all departments to work together and realize high-performance business management. Its solution aggregates information distributed in various excels and spreadsheets using a workflow system specialized for business management and provides information while controlling viewing authority for all employees. The company's solution also offers support for financial accounting software, sales management software, and expense settlement software. Loglass Inc. was founded in 2019 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Linc

Seed Round in 2020
Linc, Inc. provides online education and employment support services for foreign students. The company provides e-learning to educate about daily life and work manners. Its e-learning platforms include Ling ke and Nihon Ryugaku, which help foreign students to enhance knowledge necessary for attending a university in Japan through video lectures, exercises, questions, and answers. Linc, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Hey AI

Seed Round in 2020
Hey AI is a technology company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform designed to optimize business operations and enhance customer interactions. The platform automates various tasks, including sales assistance and customer engagement, enabling businesses to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Hey AI's innovative approach allows organizations to leverage AI capabilities across multiple functions, thereby driving exponential business impact. The company is committed to addressing the growing demand for data-driven insights while ensuring user privacy and control over personal information. By providing tools that balance data sharing with ethical considerations, Hey AI empowers businesses to connect more effectively with their customers, ultimately aiming to improve overall service quality and reputation within their ecosystems.

Karakuri

Venture Round in 2019
Karakuri Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Shibuya, Japan, specializes in developing artificial intelligence chatbots designed to address customer issues effectively. The company's software offers various functionalities, including a one-question answer feature, usage reporting, scenario creation, and compatibility with multiple platforms such as PCs and smartphones. It also supports image transmission and collaboration with human operators. Karakuri's solutions aim to enhance sales, improve customer recommendations, reduce costs, and boost customer satisfaction by streamlining customer interactions and minimizing effort. By focusing on these areas, Karakuri positions itself as a key player in the SaaS and AI solution markets.

HiCustomer

Series A in 2019
HiCustomer Co., Ltd., founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing a customer success management platform tailored for software as a service (SaaS) operators. The platform offers tools that aggregate and visualize critical customer information, including usage status, communication history, and sales data. It calculates customer health scores and detects withdrawal signs from usage patterns, allowing organizations to enhance customer lifetime value and improve relationships. By empowering customer success teams with actionable insights, HiCustomer enables clients to optimize their resources and drive business growth effectively.

A1A

Series A in 2019
A1A, Inc. is a startup founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in cloud-based solutions for the manufacturing sector. The company has developed RFQ Cloud, a platform designed to enhance the purchasing and procurement processes within manufacturing organizations. This system facilitates the request for quotations from suppliers, the receipt and evaluation of those quotations, and the selection of suppliers. By centralizing procurement data and streamlining quote assessments, A1A aims to improve operational efficiency and enable manufacturers to achieve optimal purchasing at competitive prices.

POL

Series A in 2019
POL is creating a platform that maximizes the possibilities of researchers. It is a laboratory that is a place where innovative science and technology are created that greatly advances society. Its first project "LabBase" would like to create a society that can solve problems in job hunting for science-based human resources, issues of companies wanting to adopt them, issues faced by laboratories, and so that science-based human resources can be used more effectively.

OCT

Venture Round in 2019
OCT helps users to communicate and manage construction sites more easily via it's platform ANDPAD.

ANDPAD

Series B in 2019
Andpad is a Tokyo-based company that offers a construction management application tailored for users in Japan. Since its inception on September 1, 2015, Andpad has developed software that provides comprehensive project management services for the construction industry. The application facilitates the centralized management of various aspects of construction projects, including information on materials, drawings, process charts, and site photographs. It also enables users to manage personnel involved in construction, such as on-site craftsmen and supervisors. By streamlining these processes, Andpad aims to enhance on-site efficiency and overall project management for its clients.

SmartHR

Series C in 2019
SmartHR, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in cloud-based human resources software designed to automate social insurance and employment insurance procedures. Founded in 2013, SmartHR has transformed HR activities for Japanese companies by providing a user-friendly online solution that replaces traditional spreadsheets and paperwork. The software streamlines the onboarding and offboarding processes, significantly reducing the time required to complete HR tasks such as employment contracts from one month to just 1-2 days. Initially focusing on startups and small businesses, SmartHR has expanded its services to accommodate larger enterprise customers, delivering substantial efficiency gains and cost savings across various industries, including high-tech and retail.

OLTA

Debt Financing in 2019
OLTA is a financial technology company that provides cloud-based factoring services aimed at addressing immediate funding needs for both individuals and businesses. Its platform allows users to obtain funds without the constraints of traditional borrowing, offering a flexible solution for short-term financial requirements. By eliminating limits on purchase prices, OLTA enables clients to secure financing that enhances their profitability while efficiently managing cash flow.

mi-6

Seed Round in 2019
MI-6 is a research, development, consulting, and project management for material development using IT. We will promote materials informatics in the field of material development with our technological capabilities and a wealth of project knowledge that challenge the world's most advanced technologies .

A1A

Seed Round in 2019
A1A, Inc. is a startup founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in cloud-based solutions for the manufacturing sector. The company has developed RFQ Cloud, a platform designed to enhance the purchasing and procurement processes within manufacturing organizations. This system facilitates the request for quotations from suppliers, the receipt and evaluation of those quotations, and the selection of suppliers. By centralizing procurement data and streamlining quote assessments, A1A aims to improve operational efficiency and enable manufacturers to achieve optimal purchasing at competitive prices.

Hokan

Series A in 2019
Provider of insurance management tool intended to assist maintenance service for insurance recruiters. The company's tool analyzes insurance policies and offers recommendations that can create charts, graphs, and other visual representations of the provided data of contracts and documents, enabling insurance agents to automatically digitize the information and manage the policy documents.

Holmes

Series A in 2018
Holmes Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in developing a digital platform for contract management. Founded in 2017, the platform enables users to create, approve, conclude, and manage contracts efficiently in the cloud. Serving a global customer base, Holmes Inc. focuses on providing a consistent and streamlined approach to contract processes, enhancing accessibility and organization for its users.

Karakuri

Venture Round in 2018
Karakuri Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Shibuya, Japan, specializes in developing artificial intelligence chatbots designed to address customer issues effectively. The company's software offers various functionalities, including a one-question answer feature, usage reporting, scenario creation, and compatibility with multiple platforms such as PCs and smartphones. It also supports image transmission and collaboration with human operators. Karakuri's solutions aim to enhance sales, improve customer recommendations, reduce costs, and boost customer satisfaction by streamlining customer interactions and minimizing effort. By focusing on these areas, Karakuri positions itself as a key player in the SaaS and AI solution markets.

HiCustomer

Seed Round in 2018
HiCustomer Co., Ltd., founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing a customer success management platform tailored for software as a service (SaaS) operators. The platform offers tools that aggregate and visualize critical customer information, including usage status, communication history, and sales data. It calculates customer health scores and detects withdrawal signs from usage patterns, allowing organizations to enhance customer lifetime value and improve relationships. By empowering customer success teams with actionable insights, HiCustomer enables clients to optimize their resources and drive business growth effectively.

Kaminashi

Seed Round in 2018
Developer of workplace digitization software designed to keep a track of on-site work records. The company's software digitizes the work that was done on paper and excel, such as digitizing handwritten information, tabulating it and reporting, making the working styles of non-desk workers at all sites, such as manufacturing, retail, eating, drinking and logistics, smarter, enabling organizations to automate on-site routine work and clerical work.

Ulysses

Seed Round in 2018
Ulysses Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing software-as-a-service applications for food factory management. Its primary product, Kaminashi, is designed to digitize handwritten records and streamline the management of site data within food manufacturing environments. By focusing on the specific needs of food factories, Ulysses aims to enhance operational efficiency and data accuracy in the food production industry.

ANDPAD

Series A in 2018
Andpad is a Tokyo-based company that offers a construction management application tailored for users in Japan. Since its inception on September 1, 2015, Andpad has developed software that provides comprehensive project management services for the construction industry. The application facilitates the centralized management of various aspects of construction projects, including information on materials, drawings, process charts, and site photographs. It also enables users to manage personnel involved in construction, such as on-site craftsmen and supervisors. By streamlining these processes, Andpad aims to enhance on-site efficiency and overall project management for its clients.

OCT

Venture Round in 2018
OCT helps users to communicate and manage construction sites more easily via it's platform ANDPAD.

Linc

Seed Round in 2018
Linc, Inc. provides online education and employment support services for foreign students. The company provides e-learning to educate about daily life and work manners. Its e-learning platforms include Ling ke and Nihon Ryugaku, which help foreign students to enhance knowledge necessary for attending a university in Japan through video lectures, exercises, questions, and answers. Linc, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Hokan

Seed Round in 2018
Provider of insurance management tool intended to assist maintenance service for insurance recruiters. The company's tool analyzes insurance policies and offers recommendations that can create charts, graphs, and other visual representations of the provided data of contracts and documents, enabling insurance agents to automatically digitize the information and manage the policy documents.

DentaLight

Venture Round in 2018
DentaLight Inc. is a dental care company based in Fukuoka City, Japan, with an additional office in Tokyo. Founded in 2013, DentaLight develops MyDental, a dental application designed to help users manage their oral health. In addition to its app, the company provides marketing and consulting services tailored for dental clinics, as well as dental management and seminar planning for both dental and medical businesses.

HRBrain

Series A in 2017
HRBrain, Inc. operates a cloud-based platform designed to enhance the management and evaluation of human resources. Founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the platform centralizes human resource data, facilitating personal evaluations, organizational structure management, and analysis of employee performance. It assists businesses in setting goals and assessing employee performance through the visualization and analysis of accumulated evaluation data. This enables companies and HR personnel to develop effective management strategies and improve overall workforce management.

Pear Japan

Venture Round in 2017
Pear Japan operates as a platform and e-commerce business, focusing on providing an online shop advisory service. The company aims to educate individuals with limited knowledge of technology and online retail. By offering tools and technical expertise, Pear Japan empowers users to establish their online presence and broaden their customer reach. Its team comprises engineers, designers, and e-commerce consultants who collaborate to fulfill the company's vision of making online business accessible to all.

Synamon

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

Machimachi

Seed Round in 2017
Machimachi is a Japanese social networking service aimed at enhancing communication among residents within neighborhoods. The platform is designed to address local issues by facilitating interactions among neighbors. Users are required to provide identification proof to access the service, which connects them within a limited geographical range. This enables residents to share information and discuss various topics, including child-rearing, crime prevention, and disaster preparedness. By fostering connections within the community, Machimachi empowers residents to support one another and assists public authorities in addressing local challenges, ultimately contributing to the development of a more informed and engaged community.

Refcome

Series A in 2017
Refcome is a service to simplify the operation and effect measurement from policy design to revitalize referral adoption.

OLTA

Venture Round in 2017
OLTA is a financial technology company that provides cloud-based factoring services aimed at addressing immediate funding needs for both individuals and businesses. Its platform allows users to obtain funds without the constraints of traditional borrowing, offering a flexible solution for short-term financial requirements. By eliminating limits on purchase prices, OLTA enables clients to secure financing that enhances their profitability while efficiently managing cash flow.

WAmazing

Venture Round in 2017
WAmazing provides free subscriber identification module (SIM) cards that allow foreign travelers to register before their arrival in Japan. Through an app, WAmazing also provides tourists with free internet services of up to 500MB. The service aims to prevent visitors from being locked out of free wifi because of sign-up pages in Japanese that demand a local phone number. WAmazing was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Ulysses

Seed Round in 2017
Ulysses Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing software-as-a-service applications for food factory management. Its primary product, Kaminashi, is designed to digitize handwritten records and streamline the management of site data within food manufacturing environments. By focusing on the specific needs of food factories, Ulysses aims to enhance operational efficiency and data accuracy in the food production industry.

POL

Seed Round in 2017
POL is creating a platform that maximizes the possibilities of researchers. It is a laboratory that is a place where innovative science and technology are created that greatly advances society. Its first project "LabBase" would like to create a society that can solve problems in job hunting for science-based human resources, issues of companies wanting to adopt them, issues faced by laboratories, and so that science-based human resources can be used more effectively.

Mosquitone

Seed Round in 2017
Mosquitone, Inc. specializes in talent management software, providing solutions designed to enhance personnel assessment and target management for organizations. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company offers HRBrain, a cloud-based platform that addresses the challenges faced by companies using conventional tools like Excel for personnel management. The inspiration for Mosquitone emerged from the founder's experience in managing media relations at CyberAgent, where he recognized the inefficiencies encountered by businesses due to the reliance on general tools for evaluating and managing a large pool of employees.

HRBrain

Seed Round in 2017
HRBrain, Inc. operates a cloud-based platform designed to enhance the management and evaluation of human resources. Founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the platform centralizes human resource data, facilitating personal evaluations, organizational structure management, and analysis of employee performance. It assists businesses in setting goals and assessing employee performance through the visualization and analysis of accumulated evaluation data. This enables companies and HR personnel to develop effective management strategies and improve overall workforce management.

Refcome

Seed Round in 2016
Refcome is a service to simplify the operation and effect measurement from policy design to revitalize referral adoption.

SmartHR

Series A in 2016
SmartHR, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in cloud-based human resources software designed to automate social insurance and employment insurance procedures. Founded in 2013, SmartHR has transformed HR activities for Japanese companies by providing a user-friendly online solution that replaces traditional spreadsheets and paperwork. The software streamlines the onboarding and offboarding processes, significantly reducing the time required to complete HR tasks such as employment contracts from one month to just 1-2 days. Initially focusing on startups and small businesses, SmartHR has expanded its services to accommodate larger enterprise customers, delivering substantial efficiency gains and cost savings across various industries, including high-tech and retail.

Spacee

Venture Round in 2016
Spacee Inc. is a Japanese company based in Tokyo that specializes in online services for renting conference and meeting room spaces. The company has developed a mobile platform that allows users to easily book various types of rental spaces, catering to a range of needs. Their offerings include private conference rooms, training and seminar venues, rental kitchens, photography studios, and spaces for parties. By facilitating the use of idle spaces, Spacee enables clients to find suitable meeting locations nearby, accommodating both budget-conscious users and those seeking high-grade facilities.

Machimachi

Seed Round in 2016
Machimachi is a Japanese social networking service aimed at enhancing communication among residents within neighborhoods. The platform is designed to address local issues by facilitating interactions among neighbors. Users are required to provide identification proof to access the service, which connects them within a limited geographical range. This enables residents to share information and discuss various topics, including child-rearing, crime prevention, and disaster preparedness. By fostering connections within the community, Machimachi empowers residents to support one another and assists public authorities in addressing local challenges, ultimately contributing to the development of a more informed and engaged community.

Kakecom

Seed Round in 2016
Operation of Trouble Expert Matching Service Operation of ST Booking to remove opacity and asymmetry in the study industry

ST Booking

Seed Round in 2016
ST Booking help educational consultant and travel agents to better access opportunities, and eliminates the barrier between school and international students. We Are a B2B Platform : ST Booking is “B2B Platform” for school to outreach non-Japanese speaking countries and make Japanese education & cultural immersion more accessible. We Have Local Networks : ST Booking have large network of schools in Japan and agent network in SEA countries and Taiwan as well as prominent experience in education industry. We Offer Quick ROI & Support : ST Booking offer quick ROI for both schools and education consultants. We also offer ground supports for students and travelers in Japan.

90 Seconds

Series A in 2016
90 Seconds Limited operates a cloud-based video production platform that enables brands to create high-quality videos from anywhere in the world, utilizing online and mobile technologies. Established in 2010 and headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, the company has expanded its presence with offices in major cities including Singapore, London, Tokyo, Manila, and Sydney. The platform supports a wide range of video production needs, including corporate videos, online marketing, and urgent projects, catering to a diverse clientele that includes prominent brands such as Apple, HP, and Amazon. With over 32,000 videos produced across 100 countries, 90 Seconds has established itself as a leader in the video content marketing space, employing a global team dedicated to product development, growth, and customer support.

Meuron

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Meuron Inc. is an internet-based company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2014. It develops and manages CALNA, an artificial intelligence assistant application focused on promoting healthy eating habits. The application learns about users' lifestyle and hobby preferences to suggest appropriate products and menus, including options from dining chains, convenience stores, and recipes. Additionally, it allows users to input personal details such as height and weight, select a diet program, and receive tailored dietary recommendations, including calorie intake guidance, to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle.

SmartHR

Seed Round in 2016
SmartHR, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in cloud-based human resources software designed to automate social insurance and employment insurance procedures. Founded in 2013, SmartHR has transformed HR activities for Japanese companies by providing a user-friendly online solution that replaces traditional spreadsheets and paperwork. The software streamlines the onboarding and offboarding processes, significantly reducing the time required to complete HR tasks such as employment contracts from one month to just 1-2 days. Initially focusing on startups and small businesses, SmartHR has expanded its services to accommodate larger enterprise customers, delivering substantial efficiency gains and cost savings across various industries, including high-tech and retail.
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