Shinsei Corporate Investment

Shinsei Corporate Investment is a private equity firm based in Tokyo, Japan, and is a subsidiary of Shinsei Bank. Founded in 2012, the firm focuses on investing in companies within the technology sector. By leveraging its expertise and resources, Shinsei Corporate Investment aims to foster growth and innovation in its portfolio companies, contributing to the advancement of the technology landscape in Japan and beyond.

Ippei Matsubara

President and CEO

63 past transactions

Any

Venture Round in 2022
Any Inc. operates a knowledge and information sharing platform that was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. The company has developed a cloud-based information-sharing tool that allows users to store and search internal knowledge efficiently. With a Q&A-style and memo-style interface, the platform is particularly beneficial for new employees, as it provides answers to common queries, thereby enhancing productivity. This tool streamlines the process of addressing recurring internal questions, ultimately helping organizations save time and improve operational efficiency.

Synspective

Series B in 2022
Synspective Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in satellite data technology that integrates synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite constellations, big data, and machine learning. The company offers remote sensing and satellite imagery services using small-sized SAR satellites, which can monitor human activity across vast areas regardless of time or weather conditions. Its technology is designed to support various sectors, including urban design, infrastructure, energy, insurance, and finance, helping clients meet their sustainable development and resilient urban development objectives. Synspective stands out with its high frequency, resolution, and responsiveness in satellite data provision.

QunaSys

Series B in 2022
Quantum physics is a relatively new field built since the beginning of the 20th century, but we have used MRI (nuclear magnetic resonance equipment) and lasers used for close examinations in hospitals, and semiconductors mounted on computers. Supports the technology that supports the daily life of people.QunaSys was established to bring out the quantum physics that has been active behind the scenes to the front stage, and to make use of quantum properties to realize technologies that could not be achieved with existing technologies.

Koala Tech

Venture Round in 2021
Koala Tech Inc., founded in 2019 and based in Fukuoka, Japan, is a high-tech startup focused on developing organic semiconductor laser diodes. The company aims to pioneer practical applications of this innovative technology, which was first realized at the Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics Research at Kyushu University. Koala Tech's organic fluorescent semiconductor technology is notable for its ease of processing into thin films, making it less harmful and more efficient. This advancement provides businesses with a low-cost light source that can be seamlessly integrated into OLED and other organic electronic platforms, positioning Koala Tech at the forefront of the organic semiconductor industry.

LABOT

Venture Round in 2021
LABOT Inc. is a Japanese company that focuses on providing educational services, financial solutions, career consulting, and software application development. By integrating finance and technology, LABOT aims to enhance educational opportunities and create innovative solutions for learning. The company is dedicated to shaping the future of education through its various offerings, positioning itself as a key player in the intersection of technology and learning.

Leading Mark

Series C in 2021
Leading Mark Inc. is an employment agency based in Tokyo, Japan, that focuses on addressing the needs of job seekers. As a growing human resources startup, it is expanding its services to include mid-career and international hiring. The company has a representative in China who is dedicated to connecting top Japanese-speaking Chinese students with opportunities in Japan. Leading Mark emphasizes the importance of providing relevant information to job seekers, in contrast to larger, traditional agencies that may prioritize the interests of employers and their own commissions. By centering its efforts around the average job seeker, Leading Mark aims to alleviate frustration and support career development.

Fermenstation

Venture Round in 2021
Fermenstation Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company based in Iwate Prefecture, founded in 2009. The company specializes in consulting services focused on the utilization of unused biomass, ethanol production, and animal feed production. It also offers expertise in producing aromatic products, conducting feasibility studies, and engaging in co-development projects. Fermenstation provides education and information on brewing and fermentation technologies, alongside brand consulting, logo design, packaging design, website development, and public relations services. In addition to its consulting work, the company manufactures rice-based home ethanol, Komesshu air freshener, and Oshu soap, contributing to product development through the application of fermentation technology.

MFS

Venture Round in 2021
MFS, Inc. is a consumer lending company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2009. It specializes in providing online mortgage services, streamlining the process of obtaining home loans for consumers without the need to search for, apply for, or negotiate with traditional financial institutions. MFS has garnered significant media attention, being featured in prominent outlets such as NHK, Nihon Keizai Shimbun, and Yomiuri Shimbun, which highlights its innovative approach in the lending sector.

Yell

Series A in 2021
YeLL inc. offers organizational development and human resources development consulting services. The company offers planning, development, and management of cloud 1 on 1 service. YeLL inc. was founded in 2013 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Asoview

Series D in 2020
ASOVIEW Inc. develops and operates an online leisure booking website. The company provides booking services for weekend leisure activities like skydiving and rafting. The company was formerly known as catarizm Co.,Ltd. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Ghelia

Venture Round in 2020
Ghelia Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing integrated AI solutions for business operations. The company offers innovative products such as Deep Station, a deep learning hardware, and Deep Analyzer, a software designed for advanced learning applications. Ghelia's mission is to make deep learning technology accessible and user-friendly, enabling a wide range of users to harness the benefits of artificial intelligence in their daily lives and work environments. By creating a comprehensive AI platform that encompasses both operating systems and hardware, Ghelia aims to facilitate the adoption of AI across various sectors.

OpenLogi

Series C in 2020
OpenLogi is a Tokyo based logistics platform focused on SMEs and freelancers. OpenLogi was founded back in December 2013 by Hidetsugu Ito who was previously involved in launching Japanese magazine subscription service Fujisan.co.jp. Based on his experience in discussing and negotiating with logistics companies, he founded OpenLogi to address logistics solutions for small e-commerce players.

Mellia

Venture Round in 2020
Mellia Inc. is a beauty company based in Chuo, Japan, founded in 2007. It specializes in providing a variety of cosmetics, body care products, and supplements, as well as feminine hygiene items designed to enhance women's confidence and freshness. The company's product offerings include intimate washes and wipes, which are available through various retailers and independent beauty supply stores. In addition to its product line, Mellia also offers public relations planning, business collaboration, and sales promotion services, further establishing its presence in the beauty and personal care industry.

RevComm

Series A in 2020
RevComm Inc. is a Tokyo-based startup specializing in AI and voice-enabled cloud services. The company develops innovative solutions, including MiiTel, an AI-equipped cloud IP phone designed to enhance telephone sales by visualizing interactions. RevComm utilizes advanced voice analysis technology to provide real-time insights into sales and customer support conversations, which helps businesses improve their contract rates, reduce customer churn, and lower training expenses. By focusing on enhancing productivity through intelligent communication tools, RevComm aims to transform the way organizations engage with their clients.

INGAGE

Venture Round in 2020
A business cloud service provider. Founder has a background of developing video games and more than 10 years working experience in USA. One of their IT service is “Re:lation” - communication platform which companies can track and manage all communications with their customers, clients and partners.

91springboard

Venture Round in 2020
91springboard Business Hub Pvt Ltd is a coworking space provider founded in 2013 and headquartered in New Delhi, India. The company caters to startups, freelancers, and business owners by offering a variety of workspaces, including private cabins, workstation areas, and conference rooms, as well as amenities like a café and game zones. With additional locations in major cities such as Bengaluru, Gurugram, and Hyderabad, 91springboard aims to facilitate a productive work environment by providing 24/7 office infrastructure support and access to a network of mentors and investors. The company promotes knowledge sharing, collaboration, and networking through various events, making it an attractive alternative for those looking to avoid the complexities of setting up their own offices.

Yuwaeru

Venture Round in 2020
Yuwaeru Co., Ltd manufactures and markets brown rice. It also offers its product online. The company was founded in February 4, 2009 and is based in Taito-Ku, Japan.

Nulab

Series A in 2020
Nulab Inc., founded in 2004 in Fukuoka, Japan, specializes in web-based collaboration software aimed at enhancing communication and teamwork across various industries, including technology, education, and healthcare. The company offers three primary tools: Cacoo, which facilitates the sharing of plans and layouts; Backlog, designed for task management and project updates; and Typetalk, a communication platform for sharing information and files within teams. Nulab's founders, Masanori Hashimoto and Shinsuke Tabata, initially focused on developing open-source software to improve interactions between developers and users. Over the years, Nulab has expanded its global presence with offices in New York, Tokyo, Kyoto, Amsterdam, and Singapore, where it hosts NuSpace, a community space for startups and developers to collaborate and learn about Nulab’s applications.

Bitkey

Series A in 2020
Bitkey, Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2018, specializing in smart lock technology that utilizes blockchain, distributed systems, and encryption. Its primary offering is a digital key platform designed to streamline access control in homes, offices, and hotels. The platform allows for the digitalization of existing locking mechanisms, enabling users to identify and authorize access through a single identity document. This innovative solution enhances workplace convenience by integrating various tenant applications and real estate management systems. Additionally, it supports services such as parcel delivery and cleaning, even in the absence of residents or employees.

JustInCase

Series A in 2019
JustInCase, Inc. is a Japanese InsurTech company founded in 2016 that specializes in various insurance services, including smartphone repair cost insurance, accident insurance, and credit card insurance. The company provides a mobile application that allows users to purchase insurance coverage from providers, upload details and photos of their devices, and utilize artificial intelligence to assess premiums. JustInCase also features a pooling system for users to collectively pay insurance premiums. In addition to its core services, the company offers P2P insurance, COVID-19 insurance, shared insurance, and healthtech insurance, all aimed at enhancing the customer experience through digitized operations. Founded by a team of actuaries and data scientists, JustInCase continues to innovate within the insurance sector.

A.L.I. Technologies

Venture Round in 2019
Aerial Lab Industries, founded in September 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the research and development of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and cryptocurrency mining machines. The company is dedicated to advancing technology in these fields and also offers technical consulting services. Through its innovative approach, Aerial Lab Industries aims to contribute to the growing sectors of drone technology and digital currency.

QunaSys

Series A in 2019
Quantum physics is a relatively new field built since the beginning of the 20th century, but we have used MRI (nuclear magnetic resonance equipment) and lasers used for close examinations in hospitals, and semiconductors mounted on computers. Supports the technology that supports the daily life of people.QunaSys was established to bring out the quantum physics that has been active behind the scenes to the front stage, and to make use of quantum properties to realize technologies that could not be achieved with existing technologies.

Life is Tech

Venture Round in 2019
Life is Tech is a developer of education platform intended for elementary and junior high school students.The company's platform organizes coding and IT camps, collaborating with local governments and running several schemes such as Tech for Local, Be Startup, Code Girls and Tech for Teachers, enabling students to improve their coding skills and creativity

Bitkey

Series A in 2019
Bitkey, Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2018, specializing in smart lock technology that utilizes blockchain, distributed systems, and encryption. Its primary offering is a digital key platform designed to streamline access control in homes, offices, and hotels. The platform allows for the digitalization of existing locking mechanisms, enabling users to identify and authorize access through a single identity document. This innovative solution enhances workplace convenience by integrating various tenant applications and real estate management systems. Additionally, it supports services such as parcel delivery and cleaning, even in the absence of residents or employees.

Nurve

Series D in 2019
NURVE is a technology that artificially creates reality by combining computer graphics and sound effects.

Unifa

Series C in 2019
UniFa is a developer of innovative healthcare solutions aimed at monitoring the physical and mental growth of kindergarteners. The company's primary offering, LookMee, incorporates artificial intelligence and Internet of Things technology to provide various services. Among these are the LookMee Nap Check, an IoT sensor designed to ensure the safety of children during naptime, and the LookMee thermometer, which continuously measures and monitors body temperature. Additionally, LookMee Photo serves as a communication and photo-sharing platform that collects data on children's activities in kindergarten, helping parents stay informed about their child's well-being. By providing these tools, UniFa enables guardians to receive regular updates regarding their children's development and health.

ALE

Series A in 2019
To Create world-first man-made meteor shower with releasing particles from micro-satellite, ALE has been founded in 2011. We have unique marketers, engineers, and scientists driven by curiosity, bold enough to create cutting-edge technologies to sublimate space and entertainment concepts. We basically fuse meteor sciences and space technologies to entertain people on ground and predict climate change. We pioneer space entertainment. We have 2 goals. 1. Entertain people to stimulate people's curiosity and empower them to explore their infinite possibilities. 2. Collect mesosphere data. We will federate a wide community from scientists to decision makers and motivate people to elucidate atmosphere phenomena and play a pivotal role in making Earth more sustainable. We are a curiosity-driven company, so we would like to satisfy our curiosity, grow the people's curiosity towards space and science at the same time.

Yoriso

Series D in 2019
Yoriso, formerly known as Minrebi, is a Japanese startup that connects families to funeral homes and other end-of-life service providers. It is a funeral / medical IT venture that aims to be a “company that creates a world where everyone can make their own choices by overcoming the limitations of ingenuity”. Yoriso was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Tokyo.

Kyash

Series B in 2019
Kyash Inc. is a fintech platform based in Tokyo, Japan, that offers a mobile banking service primarily through its digital wallet application. Founded in 2015, the company has developed a full-stack banking infrastructure that enables users to make payments at Visa merchants worldwide and facilitates peer-to-peer transfers. Kyash provides prepaid cards featuring a unique design with card details on the back, making it the first Visa card in Japan to incorporate an IC chip and contactless payment functionality without a front-facing card number. The platform is designed to be user-friendly, catering to a mobile-first audience and enabling businesses to issue their own Visa cards through Kyash’s APIs.

Cocktail Make

Series A in 2019
Cocktail Make, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in video production services tailored for businesses. The company is known for its development and operation of "RICHKA," a video generation tool that enhances the efficiency and quality of video content creation. Through its innovative approach, Cocktail Make aims to support businesses in effectively communicating their messages using engaging video formats.

Jolly Good

Corporate Round in 2019
Jolly Good Inc. is a Japan-based company that specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) technology for various professional applications, particularly in the fields of television, film, and medicine. The company's flagship mobile application, GuruVR, offers 360° content tailored for media professionals. In addition to its VR solutions, Jolly Good also provides consulting and planning services to enhance the effective implementation of its technology. The company has expanded its expertise to include high-precision augmented reality (AR) and VR systems designed for medical training and long-term care, as well as social skill training for individuals with developmental disabilities. Through its innovative approaches, Jolly Good aims to optimize treatment outcomes and improve training processes within the medical community and related industries.

Richka

Series A in 2019
Developer of video creation platform intended to make better-quality videos. The company's platform leverages technology to provide a video generation tool that produces professional-quality videos and a creative studio for a one-stop way-out, enabling customers to avail themselves better video creation platform.

91springboard

Series B in 2018
91springboard Business Hub Pvt Ltd is a coworking space provider founded in 2013 and headquartered in New Delhi, India. The company caters to startups, freelancers, and business owners by offering a variety of workspaces, including private cabins, workstation areas, and conference rooms, as well as amenities like a café and game zones. With additional locations in major cities such as Bengaluru, Gurugram, and Hyderabad, 91springboard aims to facilitate a productive work environment by providing 24/7 office infrastructure support and access to a network of mentors and investors. The company promotes knowledge sharing, collaboration, and networking through various events, making it an attractive alternative for those looking to avoid the complexities of setting up their own offices.

Arcterus

Series C in 2018
Arcterus Co., Ltd. is a company based in Setagaya-Ku, Japan, founded in 2010. It specializes in developing a digital notebook application designed for students to upload and share class notes, enhancing their learning experience. The application also includes assessment tools tailored for both teachers and students, facilitating a more interactive educational environment. Additionally, Arcterus operates a tutoring center, further supporting students in their academic pursuits. The company's approach incorporates adaptive learning techniques to optimize the educational experience based on individual learning styles, leveraging technology and big data to provide personalized guidance and support.

TBM

Venture Round in 2018
TBM Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company that specializes in the research, production, and sale of LIMEX, an innovative alternative to paper and plastics made from limestone. Founded in 2011 and based in Tokyo, with additional offices in Kyoto and San Francisco, TBM offers a wide range of products, including LIMEX sheets for applications such as menus, business cards, and posters, as well as LIMEX plastic alternatives for items like containers and stationery. The company aims to provide sustainable solutions to reduce reliance on traditional materials and distributes its products globally. TBM operates as a subsidiary of ZERO Co., Ltd.

CLEAR

Venture Round in 2018
CLEAR, Inc. designs and develops learning platform. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Setagaya, Japan.

Qubena

Series B in 2018
Qubena is an AI platform that analyzes each child's strengths and weaknesses.

Promethera Biosciences

Convertible Note in 2018
Promethera Biosciences is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies for liver diseases. Founded in 2009 and based in Mont-Saint-Guibert, Belgium, with an office in Tokyo, Japan, the company specializes in cell therapy products, notably HepaStem and H2Stem, which utilize allogeneic progenitor cells derived from healthy human adult livers. Promethera is actively working on treatments for a range of conditions, including acute-on-chronic liver failure, hemophilia, liver fibrosis, non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, liver-based metabolic diseases, and urea cycle disorders. The company also engages in strategic alliances to further its research and development efforts, enhancing its capacity to discover and commercialize effective cell therapies for liver-related ailments.

Crowd Realty

Series A in 2018
Crowd Realty, Inc. operates a crowdfunding platform focused on real estate assets and loans backed by real estate in Japan and internationally. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Tokyo, the company facilitates stable, mid- to long-term funding solutions for commercial real estate and privately led urban development projects, including the renovation and revitalization of underutilized properties. The platform serves as an investment marketplace, enabling businesses and investors to realize their ideas in a changing urban landscape.

Megakaryon

Series C in 2017
Megakaryon Corporation develops platelets and red blood cells from human iPS cell lines. Its portfolio includes blood products that do not depend on blood donations. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Kyoto, Japan with an additional office in Tokyo, Japan.

EdiGENE Inc.

Series A in 2017
EdiGENE Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in developing therapeutics for genetic disorders. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with additional offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the company leverages its proprietary technologies, including clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR) and guide nucleotide directed modulation (GNDM), to create innovative treatments. EdiGENE's focus is on addressing unmet medical needs through its advanced therapeutic solutions, supported by a strong foundation of intellectual property licensed from the University of Tokyo.

Wisdom Academy

Venture Round in 2017
Wisdom Academy Inc. operates a network of after-school care centers known as Wisdom Afterschool, providing a range of educational and recreational activities for children. The curriculum includes lessons in calligraphy, abacus, tea ceremony, art, English, Chinese, music, and brain training exercises. Additionally, the organization offers childcare services for kindergarten and nursery school children through its Wisdom After Kindergarten centers. For adults, Wisdom Academy provides various learning experiences at its Wisdom Lesson centers. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company emphasizes safe and attentive services, ensuring high-quality learning opportunities and experiences for both children and adults.

Veritas In Silico

Venture Round in 2017
Veritas In Silico is a start-up to research and sales of pharmaceuticals.Veritas In Silico, target partial structures in messenger RNA (mRNA) by exploring the true form of RNA, the origin of life, based on in silico (computer-based computational science) technology Established a drug discovery system with a completely new concept.This mRNA-targeted drug has the potential to be applied to any disease, including those for which it has been difficult to develop therapeutic drugs using conventional protein-based drug discovery. Therefore, it is expected to be a favorite for next-generation drug discovery that will cause a paradigm shift in the pharmaceutical industry.

Monstar Lab

Venture Round in 2017
Monstar Lab, Inc. is a software development firm headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, specializing in creating software solutions for consumers. Founded in 2006, the company offers a range of services including project planning, market analysis, design, mobile application and web service development, website design, business applications, mobile games, and legacy migration. Additionally, Monstar Lab provides technology for wearable applications, web marketing, and product localization. With more than 1,200 engineers and creators, the firm operates in 26 cities across 15 countries, including Japan, China, Singapore, the Philippines, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Denmark, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, Germany, and Thailand. Monstar Lab emphasizes access to top talent and specialists worldwide, leveraging its diverse expertise to deliver effective solutions and empower innovators globally.

New Standard

Venture Round in 2017
NEW STANDARD Inc. formerly known as TABI LABO Inc. provides advertising services. The company supports branding and marketing activities using media and video production; virtual reality (VR) content; and through events. It also does consulting work. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. formerly known as provides advertising services. The company supports branding and marketing activities using media and video production; virtual reality (VR) content; and through events. It also does consulting work. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Unifa

Venture Round in 2017
UniFa is a developer of innovative healthcare solutions aimed at monitoring the physical and mental growth of kindergarteners. The company's primary offering, LookMee, incorporates artificial intelligence and Internet of Things technology to provide various services. Among these are the LookMee Nap Check, an IoT sensor designed to ensure the safety of children during naptime, and the LookMee thermometer, which continuously measures and monitors body temperature. Additionally, LookMee Photo serves as a communication and photo-sharing platform that collects data on children's activities in kindergarten, helping parents stay informed about their child's well-being. By providing these tools, UniFa enables guardians to receive regular updates regarding their children's development and health.

Anaeropharma Science

Venture Round in 2017
Anaeropharma Science, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Chiyoda, Japan, founded in 2004. The company specializes in the development of therapeutics aimed at treating solid cancers characterized by hypoxic environments. Utilizing its proprietary platform technology, which involves recombinant Bifidobacterium, Anaeropharma Science develops innovative solutions including APS001F for solid tumors, anticancer drugs in the immuno-oncology sector, and treatments for ischemia such as FGF2. The company's approach leverages genetically enhanced bacteria that thrive in the low-oxygen conditions typical of solid tumors, where they convert systemically administered pro-drugs into cytotoxic agents, thereby providing healthcare professionals with effective and safe therapeutic options for cancer and related hypoxic conditions.

Mama Square

Venture Round in 2017
Mama Square Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that operates a chain of working spaces designed specifically for working mothers. Established in 2014, Mama Square combines office areas with daycare facilities and cafeterias, allowing parents to work while keeping their children close. This unique setup enables mothers to engage in professional activities without the need for separation from their children. In addition to its core offerings, the company provides telemarketing, back office support, marketing research, and consulting services to clients, further supporting the needs of working women. Mama Square aims to facilitate the participation of parents in the workforce while ensuring the well-being of their children.

Jitsubo

Venture Round in 2016
Jitsubo Co., Ltd. engages in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of peptides that modify amino acid sequence for the creation of physical, chemical, and pharmacological properties. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Koganei, Japan. As of December 26, 2014, Jitsubo Co., Ltd. operates as a subsidiary of Sosei Group Corporation.

ChatBook

Venture Round in 2016
ChatBook is a SaaS platform for marketers who work in B2B area to automate acquiring leads and evaluate leads in your absence.We remove the trouble of spending lots of money on online marketing and make better conversions. If you are using ChatBook, users don’t have to visit the website, it comes to you on your social media advertisements. ChatBook delivers more solid targeting based on social media activity and profiles.

ChatWork

Series B in 2016
Chatwork is a group chat app designed to help global teams communicate, collaborate and increase productivity. The platform includes secure messaging, video chat, task management and file sharing functionality. Chatwork, available in five languages, is used by more than 200,000 companies from a diverse range of industries. Founded in 2011, Chatwork is Asia’s No. 1 business chat app with headquarters in Osaka, Japan and has 89 employees based in Tokyo, Osaka and Taipei.

Bonac

Venture Round in 2015
BONAC Corporation focuses on the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of nucleic acid pharmaceutical products, utilizing advanced nucleic acid platform technology. Established in 2010 and headquartered in Kurume, Japan, with an office in Tokyo, the company specializes in the production and sale of nucleic acid ingredients. BONAC offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes drug substance manufacturing and support for drug development, aiming to facilitate access to innovative drug substances for pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturers. Through its efforts, BONAC addresses unmet medical needs by advancing RNA technology and developing effective nucleic acid medicines.

Mynet

Venture Round in 2015
Mynet Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the development and management of smartphone games, particularly for the Japanese and Asian markets. Founded in 2006, Mynet offers a variety of services including the transfer and redesign of game titles, consulting, data analysis, and marketing services. The company is known for its community-oriented gaming experiences, featuring role-playing games such as Emblem of Falkyrie and Angel Master. Additionally, Mynet operates CroPro, a mutual customer network designed to enhance the user experience for domestic smartphone games. Through these initiatives, Mynet aims to strengthen its presence in the competitive gaming industry.

Metaps

Series C in 2015
Metaps operates as a holding company focused on business incubation and the development of globally competitive enterprises. The company is engaged in three primary areas: fintech, digital marketing, and digital transformation (DX) support. In the fintech sector, it offers comprehensive cashless payment services. Its marketing division provides one-stop digital marketing solutions designed to enhance client visibility and engagement. Additionally, Metaps supports DX initiatives through its software as a service (SaaS) platforms, which include tools for data analysis. The company also emphasizes investment in technology firms and is involved in cloud computing and artificial intelligence to drive innovation and growth.

Mynet

Venture Round in 2015
Mynet Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the development and management of smartphone games, particularly for the Japanese and Asian markets. Founded in 2006, Mynet offers a variety of services including the transfer and redesign of game titles, consulting, data analysis, and marketing services. The company is known for its community-oriented gaming experiences, featuring role-playing games such as Emblem of Falkyrie and Angel Master. Additionally, Mynet operates CroPro, a mutual customer network designed to enhance the user experience for domestic smartphone games. Through these initiatives, Mynet aims to strengthen its presence in the competitive gaming industry.

Mynet

Venture Round in 2014
Mynet Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the development and management of smartphone games, particularly for the Japanese and Asian markets. Founded in 2006, Mynet offers a variety of services including the transfer and redesign of game titles, consulting, data analysis, and marketing services. The company is known for its community-oriented gaming experiences, featuring role-playing games such as Emblem of Falkyrie and Angel Master. Additionally, Mynet operates CroPro, a mutual customer network designed to enhance the user experience for domestic smartphone games. Through these initiatives, Mynet aims to strengthen its presence in the competitive gaming industry.

gumi

Series H in 2014
gumi Inc. is a mobile entertainment content publisher and developer based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2007 by Hironao Kunimitsu. The company specializes in developing, operating, and distributing online games for smartphones and tablets, achieving notable success both domestically and internationally. Its flagship title, Brave Frontier, gained widespread acclaim and popularity across the globe. gumi also engages in blockchain technology and extended reality (XR) services, which encompass virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR). With multiple subsidiaries in Asia, Europe, and North America, gumi collaborates with renowned partners such as SEGA and LINE to enhance its offerings and provide high-quality entertainment applications to users worldwide. Moreover, the company supports various game services, including native applications, browser-based games, and localization services for third-party content.

gumi

Series G in 2013
gumi Inc. is a mobile entertainment content publisher and developer based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2007 by Hironao Kunimitsu. The company specializes in developing, operating, and distributing online games for smartphones and tablets, achieving notable success both domestically and internationally. Its flagship title, Brave Frontier, gained widespread acclaim and popularity across the globe. gumi also engages in blockchain technology and extended reality (XR) services, which encompass virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR). With multiple subsidiaries in Asia, Europe, and North America, gumi collaborates with renowned partners such as SEGA and LINE to enhance its offerings and provide high-quality entertainment applications to users worldwide. Moreover, the company supports various game services, including native applications, browser-based games, and localization services for third-party content.

Smart Education

Series B in 2013
Smart Education, Ltd., founded in 2011 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing educational applications for smartphones and tablets. The company focuses on creating tools for intellectual training, with a notable product being the "Rhythm Book" app. This interactive music application allows children to engage with over 100 songs from television, cartoons, and nursery rhymes in both English and Japanese. Through the app, kids can learn rhythm by tapping instruments while enjoying studio-recorded music. "Rhythm Book" is designed to facilitate co-play between parents and children, enhancing the learning experience. Users can also purchase additional songs online, which can be shared using the same Apple ID via iCloud.

note

Venture Round in 2013
Note, Inc. operates an online platform that enables content authors to sell their articles directly to consumers. Founded in 2011 and based in Minato, Japan, the company was previously known as Piece of Cake, Inc. before rebranding in April 2020. Note, Inc. focuses on a consumer-to-consumer (C2C) model, facilitating transactions between content creators and buyers. The platform supports authors by providing a marketplace for their work, while also offering consumers access to a diverse range of written content.
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