Monozukuri Ventures

We Make Hardware Startups Together. Empowering people to build high-quality products. For startup founders, it takes more than funding to bridge the gap between idea and product/market fit. With our unique way of supporting startups with manufacturing needs, we partner with startups for the long term, and work hand-in-glove with our portfolio every step of the way to grow their businesses. Monozukuri Ventures (former Makers Boot Camp) is an early stage VC focused on hardware startup investments in the US & Japan. Our mission is to help the world’s entrepreneurs deliver high-quality products to the market, regardless of production volume. As a global ecosystem contributor, we provide founders with essential resources such as investment, mentorship, prototyping know-how, manufacturing expertise and community support. To achieve this ambitious goal, we stress the importance of Monozukuri, the art of making things in a creative way. Although known as a traditional practice of manufacturing in Japan, Monozukuri enables us to create new values by fusing two opposite ideas integrated in harmony, such as old and new, East and West, hardware and software, and historical and modern. Based in historical Kyoto City and modern New York City, Monozukuri Ventures empowers talented and diverse people to build tangible solutions to create a better future.

Narimasa Makino

President

54 past transactions

Seasats

Seed Round in 2022
Seasats specializes in the manufacturing and operation of small autonomous ocean vehicles designed for defense, scientific, and commercial applications. The company focuses on providing remote monitoring and data collection services that significantly reduce costs, logistics, and risks compared to conventional methods. Seasats' vehicles feature a low-cost, modular design with the capability for multi-month endurance, allowing them to carry various sensors, cameras, hydrophones, and other payloads. This versatile approach enables customers to conduct missions that would typically be high-risk and expensive, making Seasats a valuable partner for organizations requiring reliable ocean data collection and monitoring solutions.

Proteus Motion

Series A in 2022
The Proteus system by Proteus Motion Inc. (formerly Boston Biomotion) is a new category of intelligent exercise and rehab equipment designed to strengthen, optimize, and restore movements using patented 3D resistance and 3D measurement. One system is used to train and measure any movement during post-op through peak performance, and enhance movement efficiency through a unique neuromuscular stimulation that can only be achieved by moving in water or mud. Compared to traditional tools like free weights and cable machines, 3D resistance produces up to 3x more muscle stimulation, lower strain on the joints, and greater neuromuscular stimulation to accelerate "muscle memory" and more efficient movement patterns. Subscription software profiles strength for users using a new and comprehensive way to measure muscle performance, offers personalized insights and recommendations, and tracks progress across a suite of 6 proprietary metrics. The company was founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, United States.

Arieca

Series A in 2022
Arieca LLC, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializes in the development and distribution of Thubber, a thermally conductive rubber composite. Founded in 2018, the company has created a unique product that merges the compliance and elasticity of soft silicone rubber with the thermal conductivity of metal. This innovative material is stretchable and can be utilized in various applications, including circuit wiring, sensors, and passive heat exchangers. By providing an alternative form of rubber, Arieca aims to enhance the performance of electronic devices while ensuring safe human interaction, effectively addressing heat management challenges across multiple industries.

BRELYON

Venture Round in 2022
Brelyon, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in the manufacture of innovative virtual display screens, offering a compelling alternative to conventional multi-monitor setups and stationary virtual reality applications. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Brelyon develops headset-free displays that utilize proprietary depth modulation and light-field expansion technologies. These advancements create immersive panoramic virtual screens, delivering true optical depth for users. The company's products cater to various sectors, including office environments, gaming, and teleoperations, aiming to enhance the user experience by providing a more engaging visual interface.

Maxwell Labs

Venture Round in 2022
Maxwell Labs designs component cooling solutions based on solid-state using thermo-electric coolers controlled by machine learning algorithms.

Seasats

Venture Round in 2021
Seasats specializes in the manufacturing and operation of small autonomous ocean vehicles designed for defense, scientific, and commercial applications. The company focuses on providing remote monitoring and data collection services that significantly reduce costs, logistics, and risks compared to conventional methods. Seasats' vehicles feature a low-cost, modular design with the capability for multi-month endurance, allowing them to carry various sensors, cameras, hydrophones, and other payloads. This versatile approach enables customers to conduct missions that would typically be high-risk and expensive, making Seasats a valuable partner for organizations requiring reliable ocean data collection and monitoring solutions.

ESTAT Actuation

Seed Round in 2021
ESTAT Actuation make robots more dynamic using breakthrough actuator technology.

Team S

Venture Round in 2021
Team S is an IT firm focused on the development and sale of innovative IT products, including a smart streaming engine software. The company specializes in creating hardware and software systems aimed at financing, product development, and sales. By collaborating with industry partners, Team S facilitates the commercialization of new technologies and products, enhancing sales channels and fostering the establishment of new business ventures. Through these collaborative efforts, Team S aims to drive technological advancements and create significant value within various markets.

EdgeCortix

Series A in 2021
EdgeCortix Co., Ltd. is a deep-tech startup based in Tokyo, Japan, and Singapore, specializing in solutions that enhance the capabilities of edge devices through AI-driven automated software and hardware co-design. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on developing a software platform that automates hardware-aware neural architecture search and chip design-space exploration. This platform enables energy-efficient multimodal inference and significant performance acceleration on small to medium-sized edge devices. EdgeCortix's solutions are designed for real-time AI applications across various sectors, including autonomous driving, industrial robotics, camera systems, and healthcare. By offering near-cloud level performance in edge devices, EdgeCortix aims to address the growing demand for low-latency and real-time processing in industries such as defense, robotics, and telecommunications.

Digital Dream Labs

Venture Round in 2021
Digital Dream Labs provides hands-on educational technology for children ages 4 to 9. Its products satisfy the need for engaging, language- and system-agnostic designs that allow pre-readers to interface with both on-screen environments and other devices such as educational robots, smart speakers and other smart devices, and drones. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Denshindo

Venture Round in 2021
Manufacturer of beauty equipment intended to provide plasma facials at home. The company offers a facial treatment device that uses low-temperature plasma and technology that blows out plasma like a shower while circulating air, enabling users to get salon skin care treatment at home.

Edge Case Research

Series A in 2021
Edge Case Research, Inc. specializes in developing software products and safety systems for the autonomous vehicle and robotics industries. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an additional office in Germany, the company focuses on enhancing the safety and reliability of complex systems. Its main offerings include Hologram, a platform designed to identify and address edge cases in machine learning, and Switchboard, a cloud-based tool for automated robustness testing that evaluates software safety and reliability. Edge Case Research employs Model-based Iterative System Safety Analysis to pinpoint and model safety risks. The company also provides assessments of embedded software best practices and training in software safety and peer review. Its customer base spans various sectors, including autonomous vehicles, robotics, consumer electronics, the Internet of Things, and industrial control systems.

Sana Health

Venture Round in 2021
Sana Health UK Limited develops a sleep mask for people with severe sleep problems caused by high anxiety or pain. The company offers Sana, a wearable device that allows the wearer to put themselves to sleep in 10 minutes. Its mask measures and tracks user’s overall state of health and vitality over time, and uses this measure to tailor the device to get user to deep relaxation and sleep fast. Sana Health UK Limited was founded in 2015 and is based in Dorchester, United Kingdom.

Arieca

Venture Round in 2021
Arieca LLC, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializes in the development and distribution of Thubber, a thermally conductive rubber composite. Founded in 2018, the company has created a unique product that merges the compliance and elasticity of soft silicone rubber with the thermal conductivity of metal. This innovative material is stretchable and can be utilized in various applications, including circuit wiring, sensors, and passive heat exchangers. By providing an alternative form of rubber, Arieca aims to enhance the performance of electronic devices while ensuring safe human interaction, effectively addressing heat management challenges across multiple industries.

Iterate Labs

Seed Round in 2021
Iterate Labs Inc., established in 2016 and located in Ithaca, New York, is an Internet of Things (IoT) company that specializes in enhancing workplace safety and productivity through innovative technology. The company develops smart gloves integrated with a software platform that captures and analyzes biomechanics data in real time. This system alerts both workers and managers to potential injury risks and fatigue, improving overall workplace safety. Additionally, Iterate Labs utilizes wearables and computer vision to gather worker BioMotion Signatures, which are transformed into AI-driven insights. These insights help managers optimize workforce productivity by addressing issues such as injuries, turnover, and absenteeism, ultimately enabling better resource management and enhancing the quality of work.

Melody International Japan

Venture Round in 2021
Melody International Japan is a company that supports medical and health with ICT.

Forest Devices

Venture Round in 2020
Forest Devices, Inc. is a medical device company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an additional office in Canada. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on developing innovative solutions for stroke detection. Its flagship product, AlphaStroke, is a non-invasive, AI-powered device designed for medical personnel to identify strokes in various environments, even before advanced imaging techniques like CT or MRI are available. This portable and durable device can detect both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, enabling practitioners to triage patients effectively and improve treatment outcomes. By streamlining the decision-making process in stroke management, AlphaStroke aims to reduce delays in critical care and enhance the overall frequency of stroke treatments.

Enowa Japan

Series A in 2020
Enowa Japan, established in 2013 and based in Namerikawa, Toyama, specializes in IoT and AI technology for agricultural consulting. The company focuses on smart agriculture solutions, including the development of agricultural IoT systems and e-commerce services for agricultural products. Enowa has developed a paddy field technology that automates water management for rice farmers, allowing for remote control of water levels and enabling efficient irrigation management. This innovation helps farmers significantly reduce water management costs while contributing to sustainable farming practices.

Atmoph

Series B in 2020
Atmoph Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Kyoto, Japan, has developed the Atmoph Window, a smart digital window that aims to enhance the home environment by connecting people to nature and information. This innovative product features 4K videos and accompanying sounds of various beautiful sceneries from around the globe. Designed to be hung on walls, the Atmoph Window seeks to create a peaceful and enjoyable atmosphere within living spaces, allowing users to experience the tranquility of nature without leaving their homes.

Blast Radio

Venture Round in 2020
Operator of an audio platform intended to bring creators and audiences together. The company's platform facilitates audio streaming, sharing ideas with fans and offering radio shows and album release previews, enabling creators to experiment with content and audience to follow them and show their support.

Melody International Japan

Venture Round in 2020
Melody International Japan is a company that supports medical and health with ICT.

Mira Robotics

Seed Round in 2020
Mira Robotics, Inc. is a Japanese company based in Kawasaki City that specializes in designing and developing a Robot as a Service (RaaS) platform. Established in 2018, the company focuses on providing comprehensive services in robot development, robot intelligence, and cloud collaboration. Mira Robotics aims to integrate software solutions to enhance robotic capabilities across various fields, facilitating advancements in automation and intelligent systems.

Sembient

Funding Round in 2020
Sembient Inc. produces sensors which measures and reports the occupancy of all areas of the building, in real time. It also provides a sensor platform which empowers enterprises to generate data and insights about occupant activity. In a commercial office building, this enables facilities managers and workplace designers to create safe and productive workspaces where ideal occupant density and space utilization levels can be achieved. Real-time occupancy data can be used to guide employees to rooms or workstations that are available and safe for use, at any given time, by taking into consideration the current and prior usage of all the workspaces. Also, the live occupancy data can also be used to control ventilation systems in order to maximize air quality while keeping energy costs in check. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Kearny, New Jersey.

Arblet

Seed Round in 2020
Arblet Inc. engages in developing IoT technology and artificial intelligence based medical system to measure inner body changes. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Enowa Japan

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Enowa Japan, established in 2013 and based in Namerikawa, Toyama, specializes in IoT and AI technology for agricultural consulting. The company focuses on smart agriculture solutions, including the development of agricultural IoT systems and e-commerce services for agricultural products. Enowa has developed a paddy field technology that automates water management for rice farmers, allowing for remote control of water levels and enabling efficient irrigation management. This innovation helps farmers significantly reduce water management costs while contributing to sustainable farming practices.

Everykey

Funding Round in 2019
Everykey, Inc. is a technology company based in Cleveland, Ohio, founded in 2015. The company specializes in a Bluetooth device that replaces traditional keys and passwords. This device not only stores and generates secure passwords for various online accounts but also facilitates automatic logins when users visit websites. By streamlining access to both physical and digital spaces, Everykey aims to enhance security and convenience for its users.

Proteus Motion

Venture Round in 2019
The Proteus system by Proteus Motion Inc. (formerly Boston Biomotion) is a new category of intelligent exercise and rehab equipment designed to strengthen, optimize, and restore movements using patented 3D resistance and 3D measurement. One system is used to train and measure any movement during post-op through peak performance, and enhance movement efficiency through a unique neuromuscular stimulation that can only be achieved by moving in water or mud. Compared to traditional tools like free weights and cable machines, 3D resistance produces up to 3x more muscle stimulation, lower strain on the joints, and greater neuromuscular stimulation to accelerate "muscle memory" and more efficient movement patterns. Subscription software profiles strength for users using a new and comprehensive way to measure muscle performance, offers personalized insights and recommendations, and tracks progress across a suite of 6 proprietary metrics. The company was founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, United States.

Hava Health

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Hava Health, Inc. is a health company based in the United States that focuses on developing solutions for smoking cessation. The company manufactures a connected vape pen designed for individuals struggling with nicotine addiction. This device pairs with a smartphone application called Hale, which supports users in their efforts to quit smoking. Hava Health aims to address the health challenges associated with smoking by offering innovative products that facilitate the cessation process and ultimately reduce smoking-related illnesses and deaths. Currently, the company is in the pre-clinical stage of its development.

mui

Seed Round in 2019
mui Lab, Inc. is a technology company based in Kyoto, Japan, founded in 2017. It specializes in developing Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices that integrate natural materials with digital functionality. The company's flagship product is a wooden panel equipped with a touch sensor and a digital display that activates with a simple swipe. This device allows users to communicate, access news and weather updates, and control various smart home devices, all while promoting a serene digital lifestyle. By combining aesthetics with technology, mui Lab aims to create harmonious interactions between users, their environment, and digital interfaces, encouraging a peaceful and mindful approach to technology usage.

OhmniLabs

Seed Round in 2019
OhmniLabs, Inc. is a company based in Santa Clara, California, that specializes in manufacturing robots designed to assist the elderly and their families in combating loneliness. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on creating affordable and user-friendly personal robots that enable virtual companionship and care for seniors. These robots aim to enhance the quality of life for elderly individuals by facilitating on-demand access to medical professionals, such as nurses and doctors, directly in their homes. OhmniLabs' products cater to both retirement living communities and private residences, providing families with peace of mind while improving the overall well-being of their loved ones.

Pristēm

Seed Round in 2019
Pristēm is a company focused on revolutionizing the laundry and dry cleaning industry by offering an innovative, automated clothing care solution. Established in 2018 and based in Suwanee, Georgia, Pristēm addresses the longstanding issues of slow turnaround times and high costs associated with traditional laundry services. Utilizing advanced smart hardware, Pristēm enables users to clean their clothing on-demand, significantly reducing the time and expense typically involved in garment care. The service operates through a nationwide network of smart devices, which can be conveniently accessed via a mobile app and a monthly subscription model. By providing a faster, more cost-effective, and environmentally friendly alternative, Pristēm aims to enhance the overall customer experience and meet modern clothing care needs efficiently.

Space Power Technologies

Seed Round in 2019
Space Power Technologies is a Japanese company founded in 2019 that focuses on the development and manufacturing of microwave-based wireless power transmission systems. As a pioneer in spatial transmission wireless power technology, the company aims to address social issues related to power supply by integrating advanced academic technologies with practical applications. Its innovative systems are designed for various scenarios, including industrial environments, logistics sites, infrastructure monitoring, remote areas lacking power infrastructure, disaster recovery zones, and even outer space. By enabling wireless power transfer at a distance using radio waves, Space Power Technologies aspires to contribute to the creation of a more connected and efficient society.

Atmoph

Series B in 2019
Atmoph Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Kyoto, Japan, has developed the Atmoph Window, a smart digital window that aims to enhance the home environment by connecting people to nature and information. This innovative product features 4K videos and accompanying sounds of various beautiful sceneries from around the globe. Designed to be hung on walls, the Atmoph Window seeks to create a peaceful and enjoyable atmosphere within living spaces, allowing users to experience the tranquility of nature without leaving their homes.

Iterate Labs

Seed Round in 2019
Iterate Labs Inc., established in 2016 and located in Ithaca, New York, is an Internet of Things (IoT) company that specializes in enhancing workplace safety and productivity through innovative technology. The company develops smart gloves integrated with a software platform that captures and analyzes biomechanics data in real time. This system alerts both workers and managers to potential injury risks and fatigue, improving overall workplace safety. Additionally, Iterate Labs utilizes wearables and computer vision to gather worker BioMotion Signatures, which are transformed into AI-driven insights. These insights help managers optimize workforce productivity by addressing issues such as injuries, turnover, and absenteeism, ultimately enabling better resource management and enhancing the quality of work.

C-INK Co

Seed Round in 2019
Develops and manufactures conductive nano inks, range from materials to applications with joint-development and improvement of printers.

Y’s Global Vision

Seed Round in 2019
Y’s Global Vision is a planning, development, manufacturing and sales of eco and environmental products.

Orphe

Series A in 2019
ORPHE TRACK is a smart shoes platform that helps urban runners achieve their specific goals, as it enables a detailed review of user's running routine without any extra measurement equipment . Their latest crowdfunding campaign has been very successful on gathering early adopters concerned about their physical exercise improvements: https://www.makuake.com/project/evoride-orphe/ The startup provides customized experiences to be used not only for wellness but also for healthcare - both disease prevention and early detection.

Hibersense

Seed Round in 2019
HiberSense, Inc. is a company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, founded in 2015, that specializes in smart HVAC control solutions. It provides a network of smart thermostats and components, including Hiber Sensors to monitor occupancy, temperature, humidity, light, and indoor air quality, along with Hiber Vents, which adjust airflow to individual rooms, and Hiber Hub, which manages the HVAC unit. The system is designed to enhance comfort and energy efficiency, utilizing machine learning algorithms to optimize heating and cooling based on real-time data and occupancy patterns. This approach allows users to achieve energy savings of up to 40% by minimizing energy use in unoccupied spaces. HiberSense also offers services tailored for multi-family properties, enhancing tenant satisfaction and retention while providing insights into building thermal dynamics to drive profitability.

Teplo

Seed Round in 2018
Teplo is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in designing and manufacturing smart teapots equipped with Internet of Things (IoT) technology. Its flagship product, the Teplo Tea Maker, enables tea enthusiasts to brew their tea with precision by controlling both the brewing time and temperature through a mobile application. The Teplo device features a glass container integrated with a thermal sensor, a heating element, a Bluetooth communication module, and dual batteries, allowing users to achieve their ideal tea experience consistently.

Amanogi

Seed Round in 2018
Amanogi Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in designing, developing, and selling precision instruments, including space equipment, modeling tools, and video/audio devices. The company is particularly noted for its innovative low-cost star tracker, which leverages edge computing and incorporates deep machine learning and artificial intelligence technologies. This star tracker enables clients to collect and analyze space data directly on satellites, facilitating timely access to analysis results. In addition to its hardware offerings, Amanogi is also involved in the research and development of data analysis and visualization technologies, as well as the development and sale of related software solutions.

EASEL

Venture Round in 2018
EASEL Inc. is a manufacturer based in Yokohama, Japan, specializing in printed circuit boards and wireless communication technology. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on providing customized LoRa wireless modules and offers a comprehensive range of services, including original design manufacturing (ODM) and system development. EASEL's expertise encompasses the development of IoT wireless infrastructure, custom unit solutions, and cloud system support, enabling clients to achieve optimal solutions for their IoT devices. Through its innovative technology, EASEL aims to facilitate seamless integration and enhance the functionality of IoT applications.

PlayDate

Seed Round in 2018
PlayDate is focused on creating an ecosystem of pet technology for the connected home. The company has developed a robotic, camera-enabled smart ball that allows pet owners to engage with their pets remotely through a mobile application. This innovative device features a built-in camera that provides real-time visuals of the pet's location and the ball's movement, facilitating interactive play from virtually anywhere in the world. By combining technology with pet care, PlayDate aims to enhance the bond between pets and their owners, even when they are apart.

ARIN Technologies

Seed Round in 2018
ARIN Technologies, Inc. is a Pittsburgh-based startup established in 2015 that specializes in high accuracy indoor positioning systems. The company's technology aims to enhance productivity and safety within indoor work environments by accurately determining the location of tags inside buildings. ARIN Technologies offers a dual-system product that includes hardware and software components. The hardware is known as SpotRightTM, while the software operates on a Software as a Service (SaaS) model and is referred to as SpotLightTM. Through its innovative solutions, ARIN Technologies provides location-based services that facilitate improved business processes.

CleanRobotics

Seed Round in 2018
CleanRobotics, Inc., based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, manufactures TrashBot, an autonomous system designed to streamline the recycling process. This innovative device utilizes robotics, computer vision, and artificial intelligence to effectively distinguish between landfill waste and recyclables. By automating waste sorting, TrashBot makes recycling more affordable for businesses and enhances profitability for recycling facilities. The system is equipped with cloud-connected technology that employs cameras and sensors to analyze discarded items, providing valuable data to recyclers. This approach not only reduces waste hauling costs for businesses but also offers sustainable solutions to pressing environmental challenges.

Atmoph

Seed Round in 2018
Atmoph Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Kyoto, Japan, has developed the Atmoph Window, a smart digital window that aims to enhance the home environment by connecting people to nature and information. This innovative product features 4K videos and accompanying sounds of various beautiful sceneries from around the globe. Designed to be hung on walls, the Atmoph Window seeks to create a peaceful and enjoyable atmosphere within living spaces, allowing users to experience the tranquility of nature without leaving their homes.

Kakaxi

Seed Round in 2018
Kakaxi, Inc. is a technology company that connects farmers with consumers through its innovative platform and monitoring devices. Founded in 2014 and based in Campbell, California, Kakaxi provides farmers with tools to share information about their farms and directly engage with consumers. The company's offerings include high-tech, affordable devices that collect hyper-local weather data and time-lapse video, enabling farmers to gain actionable insights while enhancing transparency in the food supply chain. By allowing users to share photos, recipes, and personal experiences, Kakaxi fosters a connection between food producers and consumers, ultimately bringing the story behind food to the table.

S-Mat

Seed Round in 2018
S-Mat is an eco-friendly Internet of Things (IoT) system designed to streamline the grocery shopping experience. The company's platform offers a shopping portal that enables users to manage their inventory effortlessly while comparing prices from various major e-commerce retailers. The smart mat technology detects the weight of items, keeps track of inventory levels, and automatically places orders for replenishment when supplies run low. This innovative approach alleviates the burden of daily grocery shopping and enhances cost-effective inventory management, catering to consumers seeking a convenient and sustainable solution for their everyday needs.

VELDT

Seed Round in 2017
Veldt Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing wearable technology, particularly luxury smartwatches designed to enhance daily life. Founded in 2012, Veldt offers a range of products under the VELDT brand, including the innovative VELDT SERENDIPITY smartwatch, which combines analog design with smartphone connectivity. This device features a transparent display that provides users with essential data while promoting a lifestyle that encourages exploration beyond screen time. The company sells its products through physical stores in Japan and offers online sales internationally. With a focus on functional design and the Internet of Things, Veldt aims to create a positive impact on both individual users and society by integrating technology into everyday routines in a meaningful way.

Flextrapower

Seed Round in 2017
Flextrapower is a remote monitoring company powered by graphene technology, a disruptive material with unique properties that allow for ground-breaking biomedical applications. Graphene is stronger than steel, yet incredibly lightweight and flexible. It is electrically and thermally conductive but also transparent. It’s one million times thinner than the diameter of a single human hair. Our team has developed and patented a method to seamlessly embed graphene sensors into flexible materials, like clothing. This method enables us to develop state-of-the-art remote monitoring products that advance health outcomes and improve patient care. Currently, Flextrapower has developed a smart insole that detects diabetic foot ulcers, an EMG-integrated smart shirt, and a COVID-19 mask featuring a layer of graphene.

VELDT

Seed Round in 2017
Veldt Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing wearable technology, particularly luxury smartwatches designed to enhance daily life. Founded in 2012, Veldt offers a range of products under the VELDT brand, including the innovative VELDT SERENDIPITY smartwatch, which combines analog design with smartphone connectivity. This device features a transparent display that provides users with essential data while promoting a lifestyle that encourages exploration beyond screen time. The company sells its products through physical stores in Japan and offers online sales internationally. With a focus on functional design and the Internet of Things, Veldt aims to create a positive impact on both individual users and society by integrating technology into everyday routines in a meaningful way.

Orphe

Seed Round in 2017
ORPHE TRACK is a smart shoes platform that helps urban runners achieve their specific goals, as it enables a detailed review of user's running routine without any extra measurement equipment . Their latest crowdfunding campaign has been very successful on gathering early adopters concerned about their physical exercise improvements: https://www.makuake.com/project/evoride-orphe/ The startup provides customized experiences to be used not only for wellness but also for healthcare - both disease prevention and early detection.

Hoplite Power

Seed Round in 2017
Hoplite Power Inc. is a company that focuses on providing mobile charging solutions through a network of rental terminals. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Long Island City, New York, the company has developed a system that allows customers to rent universal battery packs from charging hubs located in various venues and establishments. These terminals not only dispense the battery packs but also automatically recharge them, offering a convenient solution for users who need to stay connected while on the go. Hoplite Power aims to address the increasing demand for mobile charging by ensuring that smartphone users can maintain their connectivity, avoiding the frustrations that come with a dead battery.

Proteus Motion

Seed Round in 2017
The Proteus system by Proteus Motion Inc. (formerly Boston Biomotion) is a new category of intelligent exercise and rehab equipment designed to strengthen, optimize, and restore movements using patented 3D resistance and 3D measurement. One system is used to train and measure any movement during post-op through peak performance, and enhance movement efficiency through a unique neuromuscular stimulation that can only be achieved by moving in water or mud. Compared to traditional tools like free weights and cable machines, 3D resistance produces up to 3x more muscle stimulation, lower strain on the joints, and greater neuromuscular stimulation to accelerate "muscle memory" and more efficient movement patterns. Subscription software profiles strength for users using a new and comprehensive way to measure muscle performance, offers personalized insights and recommendations, and tracks progress across a suite of 6 proprietary metrics. The company was founded in 2016 and headquartered in New York, United States.

COLLOIDAL INK CO., LTD.

Venture Round in 2015
If the problems your company is having can be solved by these three production processes of 1) faster; 2) more inexpensive; 3) more flexible: then Printed Electronics must be an extremely promising solution for you. Printed Electronics enables you to produce various electronics products by printing; using a printer which only calls for a predominately low initial investment. What they would like to emphasize here however, is that it is quite a task making products comparable to the conventional ones using the method of printing; that means only few processes have been established so far. Therefore, if you are able to complete the process within you firm, then you will with no doubt be able to create something which cannot be copied by others easily. Their company will do everything they can do to support your challenges. Let’s make a bright future together!
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