Ceres

Ceres Inc. is a Japanese company that specializes in advertising media and internet marketing services. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Tokyo, it focuses on smartphone advertising by offering a point system that rewards users for engaging with its platform. Users can accumulate points through various actions, which can then be exchanged for digital content, including cash and electronic money. Ceres operates several online media platforms, such as Moppy and Mobatoku, and runs a recruitment site called Moppy Job, which connects users with part-time job opportunities. Additionally, the company is involved in providing temporary staffing services.

Hideaki Takahashi

Director, General Manager of Recruiting Media Business Division, Internet Business Division

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DINETTE

Series B in 2022
DINETTE is a cosmetics manufacturing company.

CotoLab

Venture Round in 2021
CotoLab, Inc. is an Internet company based in Shibuya-ku, Japan, specializing in the design and development of a radio curation platform. The company operates a music playlist sharing platform called DIGLE, along with a digital publication known as DIGLE MAGAZINE. CotoLab offers a range of services that include public relations, marketing, playlist sharing, and musical event management, allowing customers to engage comprehensively with the musical landscape. Through its innovative platforms and services, CotoLab aims to enhance the music listening experience tailored to individual preferences.

Sivira

Venture Round in 2021
Sivira is a company that specializes in log storage solutions through the use of blockchain technology. It operates on the Broof blockchain developed by Sybilla, providing a secure and efficient method for storing and managing logs. In addition to its log storage services, Sivira offers a web-based software development platform that facilitates the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) concepts with distributed ledger technology. This platform enables users to create applications that seamlessly connect with IoT devices and leverage blockchain technologies, thereby enhancing the functionality and security of their applications.

Infcurion

Venture Round in 2021
Infcurion is a business development company focused on advancing the cashless economy through innovative technology solutions. It offers a Banking as a Service (BaaS) platform aimed at fostering financial digitalization and supporting the emergence of new businesses. Infcurion specializes in consulting services related to cashless payments and finance, including the provision of smartphone payment terminals and payment processing services. By delivering these payment technologies, Infcurion aims to facilitate the transition to a more digital financial landscape for its clients and the broader society.

HashPort

Venture Round in 2021
Provider of blockchain consulting services intended to digitalize assets. The company focuses on wallet systems, non-fungible token platforms, and consulting and provides new cryptocurrency asset handling-related services, enabling crypto-asset exchange companies to discover, explore and implement blockchain technologies.

1sec

Seed Round in 2021
1SEC Inc., founded in 2019 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the planning, development, and management of virtual influencers. The company aims to create impactful experiences, encapsulated in its motto of bringing happiness to the world in just one second. With a focus on integrating artificial intelligence with fashion and music, 1SEC is poised to launch innovative projects in the entertainment sector. The company operates both in Japan and the United States, emphasizing its commitment to shaping the future of virtual influencers and their role in popular culture.

Zeroum

Corporate Round in 2020
Operator of a media company intended to offer products and services for creators. The company offers an extension that can display follow and register notifications and chat displays, web marketing consulting and a profile-building service that communicates the appeal of creators and influencers with a single link, enabling users to connect worldwide with the technology.

PostCoffee

Seed Round in 2020
PostCoffee Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company established in 2018, specializing in the design and development of an online application for coffee enthusiasts. The company operates an online coffee store that offers a subscription service, providing customized coffee boxes featuring a diverse selection of coffee beans, including varieties from Ethiopia, Kenya, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Brazil, and Vietnam, as well as decaffeinated options. In addition to coffee, PostCoffee also offers sweets and other beverages, enhancing the overall experience for its customers. Through its platform, PostCoffee aims to make daily coffee enjoyable and accessible.

toridori

Series A in 2020
Toridori Inc. engages in providing marketing services to individuals, small, and medium-sized enterprises. It offers social networking services (SNS), support services, feedback, and the latest information on influencer marketing. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Synchrolife

Series A in 2020
SynchroLife Limited is a Hong Kong-based company that operates a unique restaurant discovery social media platform, established in 2017. It is recognized as the world's first service of its kind to integrate a blockchain-based reward system. Users can earn cryptocurrency by posting restaurant reviews and dining at participating establishments. This approach not only incentivizes user engagement but also addresses marketing challenges faced by restaurants by connecting them with potential customers. Through its platform, SynchroLife aims to create a community-driven environment that benefits both diners and dining venues. It functions as a subsidiary of GINKAN, Inc.

DINETTE

Venture Round in 2020
DINETTE is a cosmetics manufacturing company.

SYRUP Japan

Series B in 2020
Syrup develops Pet Tech platforms. The company's services include OMUSUBI, an adoption service that matches dogs and cats with pet owners, and Petokoto, a media platform that provides reliable information from veterinarians

PostCoffee

Seed Round in 2019
PostCoffee Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company established in 2018, specializing in the design and development of an online application for coffee enthusiasts. The company operates an online coffee store that offers a subscription service, providing customized coffee boxes featuring a diverse selection of coffee beans, including varieties from Ethiopia, Kenya, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Brazil, and Vietnam, as well as decaffeinated options. In addition to coffee, PostCoffee also offers sweets and other beverages, enhancing the overall experience for its customers. Through its platform, PostCoffee aims to make daily coffee enjoyable and accessible.

Crunch Style

Venture Round in 2019
Crunch Style is a flower subscription service that makes it easy to make a flowery life.Deliver seasonal flowers from approximately 70 florists nationwide. Since it is delivered to the post in a special box, you can receive it even if you are away from work or going out.

DINETTE

Venture Round in 2019
DINETTE is a cosmetics manufacturing company.

Communitio

Seed Round in 2019
Communitio Corporation, founded in 2010 and based in Tokyo, Japan, develops an internal currency issuance platform aimed at transforming workplace dynamics. This platform enables organizations to create a unique in-house currency that can be used to express appreciation through messages, fostering a culture of gratitude and recognition. In addition to the currency system, Communitio offers a next-generation thank-you card that enhances the expression of gratitude and praise among employees. The company also provides tools for business visualization and report analysis, which assist clients in improving organizational performance and productivity.

CAMPFIRE

Series C in 2019
CAMPFIRE, Inc. is a leading provider of cloud funding platforms in Japan, offering a range of services designed to support diverse projects and initiatives. Its flagship platform, CAMPFIRE, enables users to confidently launch projects, while additional specialized services include GoodMorning for socially beneficial projects, CLOSS for fashion-related ventures, and FAAVO for regional initiatives. The company also operates polka, a crowdfunding application that facilitates fundraising among friends for personal events, and CAMPFIRE Bank, which focuses on financial services and loans. Gojo, another of its offerings, is a community wallet application that allows users to share funds with family and community members. Catering to individuals, creators, corporations, non-profit organizations, universities, and local governments, CAMPFIRE has successfully facilitated approximately 15,000 projects, raising around $70 million from over 700,000 contributors since its inception in 2011 in Tokyo, Japan.

quatre

Venture Round in 2019
Quatre Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2014 that specializes in the planning and operation of an aircatalog promotion platform. This platform facilitates connections between manufacturers and distribution facilities, enabling the promotion and sampling of products. By allowing businesses to register their products, Quatre's platform automatically matches them with suitable locations where potential customers can experience the products firsthand. This approach not only enhances product visibility but also leverages word-of-mouth and social networking to reach target audiences effectively. In addition to its promotional services, Quatre also provides shipping services, further supporting the distribution process.

Waqoo

Venture Round in 2019
Waqoo is a professional services company focused on the planning and development of its own brand-name goods, particularly in the cosmetics sector. The company employs digital marketing strategies to promote and sell these products through its website and various other online platforms. By leveraging digital channels, Waqoo aims to reach a broad audience and enhance its brand visibility in the competitive cosmetics market.

Xtheta

Venture Round in 2018
Xtheta is a provider of transfer of virtual currency purchase / sale / exchange.

SmartApp.inc

Venture Round in 2018
SmartApp.inc, founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing content application solutions with a focus on blockchain technology. The company offers a smartphone application that facilitates cryptocurrency-related services, including token issuance, initial coin offerings, and support for decentralized applications (dApps). This platform serves as a launchpad for startup businesses in the blockchain sector, enabling them to leverage innovative financial technologies and streamline their entry into the market.

Ginkan

Seed Round in 2018
GINKAN, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in blockchain technology and artificial intelligence to create a platform for restaurant recommendations. Its primary offering, SynchroLife, allows users to earn cryptocurrency token rewards for posting restaurant reviews and dining experiences, thus incentivizing quality contributions. GINKAN has received recognition for its innovative approach, having won multiple awards, including the best domestic fintech company at Plug and Play Japan and the Grand Prix at the MUFG Digital Accelerator. The company's focus on merging technology with user engagement aims to enhance the dining experience while providing tangible rewards for participation. Additionally, GINKAN operates Festar, a dating application, further expanding its portfolio in technology-driven social platforms.

CAMPFIRE

Series B in 2018
CAMPFIRE, Inc. is a leading provider of cloud funding platforms in Japan, offering a range of services designed to support diverse projects and initiatives. Its flagship platform, CAMPFIRE, enables users to confidently launch projects, while additional specialized services include GoodMorning for socially beneficial projects, CLOSS for fashion-related ventures, and FAAVO for regional initiatives. The company also operates polka, a crowdfunding application that facilitates fundraising among friends for personal events, and CAMPFIRE Bank, which focuses on financial services and loans. Gojo, another of its offerings, is a community wallet application that allows users to share funds with family and community members. Catering to individuals, creators, corporations, non-profit organizations, universities, and local governments, CAMPFIRE has successfully facilitated approximately 15,000 projects, raising around $70 million from over 700,000 contributors since its inception in 2011 in Tokyo, Japan.

Link-U

Corporate Round in 2018
Link-U Inc. engages in the server platform business in the fields of e-book and video distribution in Japan. It also provides application development services on iOS/Android/Web platforms. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

CAMPFIRE

Venture Round in 2018
CAMPFIRE, Inc. is a leading provider of cloud funding platforms in Japan, offering a range of services designed to support diverse projects and initiatives. Its flagship platform, CAMPFIRE, enables users to confidently launch projects, while additional specialized services include GoodMorning for socially beneficial projects, CLOSS for fashion-related ventures, and FAAVO for regional initiatives. The company also operates polka, a crowdfunding application that facilitates fundraising among friends for personal events, and CAMPFIRE Bank, which focuses on financial services and loans. Gojo, another of its offerings, is a community wallet application that allows users to share funds with family and community members. Catering to individuals, creators, corporations, non-profit organizations, universities, and local governments, CAMPFIRE has successfully facilitated approximately 15,000 projects, raising around $70 million from over 700,000 contributors since its inception in 2011 in Tokyo, Japan.

Yumemi

Corporate Round in 2018
Yumemi Co., Ltd., founded in 2000 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development of mobile applications and systems, primarily for the banking sector. As a subsidiary of Ceres Inc., Yumemi focuses on providing IT consulting services that include customization, support, and testing in software product engineering. The company aims to enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency through its offerings, which encompass digital marketing, enterprise mobile application development, and software product management. By catering to smart device-centric consumers, Yumemi is dedicated to facilitating personalized communication and improving business performance in a cost-effective manner.

Fressets

Corporate Round in 2018
Fressets, Inc develops cryptocurrency wallet systems for virtual currency exchanges. It engages in research and development of emerging technology of cryptocurrency and blockchain. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Coinboard

Venture Round in 2018
Coinboard is a service that allows centralized management of virtual currency ownership and transaction history.If you are using multiple exchanges, you can check transaction history and total assets at once by using Coinboard for complex tasks that need to check asset status for each exchange.It is possible to significantly reduce the effort.

Fressets

Venture Round in 2018
Fressets, Inc develops cryptocurrency wallet systems for virtual currency exchanges. It engages in research and development of emerging technology of cryptocurrency and blockchain. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

BrainCat

Seed Round in 2017
BrainCat is a Japanese company that specializes in developing FinTech platforms. It has developed a social fund service “Gojo”. BrainCat was established on June 29, 2016.

Fressets

Venture Round in 2017
Fressets, Inc develops cryptocurrency wallet systems for virtual currency exchanges. It engages in research and development of emerging technology of cryptocurrency and blockchain. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

bitbank

Series A in 2017
bitbank, Inc. provides fundamental services of cryptocurrency that facilitates the use of bitcoin for both consumers and merchants, online and offline. We believe in the company motto "Bitcoin for everyone."

Sivira

Venture Round in 2017
Sivira is a company that specializes in log storage solutions through the use of blockchain technology. It operates on the Broof blockchain developed by Sybilla, providing a secure and efficient method for storing and managing logs. In addition to its log storage services, Sivira offers a web-based software development platform that facilitates the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) concepts with distributed ledger technology. This platform enables users to create applications that seamlessly connect with IoT devices and leverage blockchain technologies, thereby enhancing the functionality and security of their applications.

IT Realize

Venture Round in 2017
IT Realize Co., Ltd., based in Japan, specializes in developing IT platforms that offer financial solutions. The company focuses on creating finance management applications designed to enhance accessibility to personal finance. Its offerings include seasonal services that allow users to conveniently check deposit account details and manage multiple credit cards from a single platform. By prioritizing user-friendly features and cost efficiency, IT Realize aims to empower individuals to manage their finances effectively.

Amazia

Venture Round in 2016
Amazia, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2009 that focuses on the planning, operation, and management of manga applications globally. The company offers services such as Manga BANG!, which features a diverse range of reading material across various genres, and Manga Epic!, a platform for manga artists that facilitates sharing and reading of their works. In addition to its manga services, Amazia specializes in Internet engineering, aiming to create innovative online platforms that enhance users' lifestyles. The company collaborates with content holders, including publishers and authors, to promote Japanese manga culture worldwide and contribute to its growth and development. Through these initiatives, Amazia aspires to provide unique experiences that inspire and engage users around the globe.

IT Realize

Venture Round in 2016
IT Realize Co., Ltd., based in Japan, specializes in developing IT platforms that offer financial solutions. The company focuses on creating finance management applications designed to enhance accessibility to personal finance. Its offerings include seasonal services that allow users to conveniently check deposit account details and manage multiple credit cards from a single platform. By prioritizing user-friendly features and cost efficiency, IT Realize aims to empower individuals to manage their finances effectively.

Orb

Seed Round in 2015
Orb, Inc. is a Japanese technology company founded in 2014, specializing in the development of innovative financial solutions leveraging distributed ledger technology. The company operates CoinPass Kessei, a bitcoin payment service tailored for electronic commerce, and offers SmartCoin, a platform that allows businesses to create and manage their own digital currency ecosystems. Orb's solutions are designed to enhance the financial cycle for local economies by facilitating secure and efficient transactions among companies, regional financial institutions, and municipalities. With a focus on research and development, Orb aims to establish new markets and attract major enterprise customers while positioning itself as a key player in the fintech sector.

Coincheck

Venture Round in 2015
Coincheck, Inc. operates a bitcoin and cryptocurrency exchange in Japan. The company engages in buying and selling of bitcoins and cryptocurrencies such as, Ethereum and Ripple. It also provides payment and lending services of bitcoins. The company develops software for trading of bitcoins. Coincheck, Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. As of April 16, 2018, Coincheck, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Monex Group, Inc.

Valuedesign

Corporate Round in 2015
Valuedesign Inc. is a Japanese company based in Tokyo, established in 2006. The firm specializes in providing the Valuecard ASP service, which facilitates the issuance and management of e-money, gift cards, and point cards. In addition to this service, Valuedesign offers data processing solutions for prepaid and gift card systems, serving merchants through server management systems. The company also sells related devices and promotional tools, enhancing its offerings in the digital payment landscape.
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