OPT, a Japanese company, specializes in e-marketing services. It supports clients' internet marketing efforts, aiming to maximize their return on investment (ROI) and solve their marketing challenges. OPT operates in four business fields: creating ads, providing technology solutions, developing marketing strategies, and producing content. The company's approach is centered on "market in" rather than "product out", using objective data to improve clients' marketing efforts. Additionally, OPT Ventures, an investment subsidiary, offers venture capital, IPO advice, and management information services to startups.
Zeelab Pharmacy is an online medical store that sells generic medicine, multivitamins, and supplements.
Josys
Series A in 2022
Josys is an integrated management service specializing in IT device and SaaS operations. The company automates traditional corporate IT processes, aiming to reduce operational costs and enhance security. Its platform offers real-time monitoring of application usage, insights into license consumption trends, and user engagement levels. Additionally, Josys automates onboarding and offboarding processes for employees and monitors access violations and security risks. This functionality enables IT departments across various organizations to improve operational efficiency and achieve better business outcomes while effectively managing their SaaS environments.
Receptionist
Series C in 2020
Receptionist is a media firm that provides consulting and operational services aimed at enhancing business communication. The company has developed a reception system that replaces traditional messaging tools reliant on internal landlines. This innovative system allows for direct notifications to smartphones, informing users of the person in charge without the need for telephone staff. By streamlining communication processes, Receptionist helps businesses reduce meeting start times, ultimately creating more efficient work environments.
wakuwaku
Series A in 2020
Wakuwaku Inc. is a Japanese company based in Yokohama that specializes in real estate renovation services. Founded in 2013, it provides a comprehensive range of offerings, including fund planning, real estate selling and design, and after-sales services. The company also focuses on developing a platform that facilitates the search and renovation of used housing. Additionally, Wakuwaku offers e-commerce solutions for building materials and marketing automation tailored for the real estate and construction sectors.
rakumo
Venture Round in 2019
rakumo Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development and sales of cloud-based extension tools tailored for business environments. Founded in 2004, rakumo offers products such as rakumo for G Suite, which enhances user management and security functions within the G Suite ecosystem, and rakumo for Salesforce, featuring tools like rakumo Social Scheduler and rakumo Sync for real-time Google Calendar synchronization. In addition to its software solutions, rakumo is involved in the sale of information and communication equipment. The company is committed to improving workplace productivity through its innovative cloud-based services.
A.L.I.Technologies
Venture Round in 2019
A.L.I. Technologies is a developer of UAVs and manned aircraft, advancing the future of air mobility.
Mil-kin
Venture Round in 2019
Mil-Kin is a company that specializes in developing innovative devices for the real-time visualization of bacteria and other microorganisms. Their portable microbe observation device integrates with smartphones, allowing users to easily observe bacteria and dirt. This technology is particularly beneficial for restaurants, dental clinics, and educational institutions, as it facilitates the detection of bacteria and supports infection prevention measures, thereby enhancing hygiene management. In addition to their core product, Mil-Kin also produces slightly acidic electrolytes for agricultural applications and equipment for generating hypochlorous water, further expanding their offerings in hygiene and sanitation solutions.
WealthNavi
Series D in 2019
WealthNavi Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in online asset management and risk management services. Through its cloud-based platform, WealthNavi offers robo-advisory services designed to help users find diversified investment opportunities on an international scale. The platform provides comprehensive asset management solutions, including the automatic construction of optimal portfolios, automatic ordering, reserve management, rebalancing, and tax optimization. By leveraging advanced risk management algorithms, WealthNavi aims to assist users in making informed investment decisions while managing their assets effectively.
WiseVine
Corporate Round in 2019
WiseVine Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018, specializing in software solutions for policy planning and resource matching. The company's primary product, Wisevine, includes a system called "Build & Scrap," which optimizes budget planning and management specifically for local governments. This data and budget analytics platform facilitates connections between governmental bodies and private enterprises during the early stages of the public procurement process. By focusing on efficient policy planning and equitable public procurement, WiseVine aims to enhance partnerships and improve outcomes for its clients.
Crassone
Venture Round in 2019
Crassone Co., Ltd., established in 2011 and headquartered in Nagoya, Japan, with offices in Tokyo and Yakushima, specializes in demolition and construction services for housing construction. The company offers matching services to connect clients with contractors, designers, real estate agents, and renovation companies, providing information and estimates for demolition and exterior work. Additionally, Crassone publishes a web magazine focused on daily life aspects such as clothing, food, living, and family.
sitateru
Series C in 2019
Sitateru is a product manufacturing platform that supports garment brands throughout the entire process, from product planning to production and delivery. It connects independent fashion brands and retailers with garment factories, facilitating their clothing production needs. By establishing a network among these entities, Sitateru enables clients to explore expansion opportunities and streamline their operations in the clothing industry. This tailor-controlled system enhances the efficiency of production while catering to the specific requirements of clothing companies.
sitateru
Series C in 2019
Sitateru is a product manufacturing platform that supports garment brands throughout the entire process, from product planning to production and delivery. It connects independent fashion brands and retailers with garment factories, facilitating their clothing production needs. By establishing a network among these entities, Sitateru enables clients to explore expansion opportunities and streamline their operations in the clothing industry. This tailor-controlled system enhances the efficiency of production while catering to the specific requirements of clothing companies.
Wovn Technologies
Venture Round in 2019
Wovn Technologies, Inc. specializes in website localization software, enabling clients to translate their websites into multiple languages effectively. Founded in 2014 and based in Minato, Japan, the company assesses individual website and translation needs, providing tailored localization solutions. Wovn Technologies simplifies the process of multilingualization, making it accessible for a diverse range of users, from developers to bloggers. The company also offers ongoing customer support and advice to ensure successful implementation of its services.
OPT China
Corporate Round in 2019
OPT China is a company that provides marketing and distribution support for Chinese consumers.
Sider
Series A in 2019
Sider is a developer and provider of code review tool intended to analyze and identify non-standard codes, security flaws, and bugs.The company's product helps engineering teams maximize productivity by automatically analyzing every pull request against custom per-project rulesets, as well as general best practices, enabling users to improve productivity while reducing the total time spent on product development.
Space Market
Series C in 2019
Space Market is a Japan-based online platform that facilitates the rental of unused or idle spaces for various purposes. Founded in 2014, the company provides a marketplace where customers can search for and reserve venues suitable for events such as parties, business meetings, photo shoots, sports activities, and more. The platform also supports the lending and borrowing of conference rooms and other types of spaces, including off-season ballparks and wedding halls. By offering a user-friendly app, Space Market makes it easier for individuals and organizations to find the right space for their specific needs, enhancing the accessibility and utilization of available venues.
Wakrak
Venture Round in 2018
Wakrak is a day work service based in Japan that offers an online job searching application for securing part-time employment on a daily basis. Users can select jobs through the platform without undergoing an interview process, allowing them to enter into employment contracts directly with employers. The service caters to various demographics, including students, freelancers, and housewives, helping them find suitable daily work opportunities. By connecting job seekers with available positions, Wakrak aims to address labor shortages faced by recruiters in the region.
Space Market
Series B in 2018
Space Market is a Japan-based online platform that facilitates the rental of unused or idle spaces for various purposes. Founded in 2014, the company provides a marketplace where customers can search for and reserve venues suitable for events such as parties, business meetings, photo shoots, sports activities, and more. The platform also supports the lending and borrowing of conference rooms and other types of spaces, including off-season ballparks and wedding halls. By offering a user-friendly app, Space Market makes it easier for individuals and organizations to find the right space for their specific needs, enhancing the accessibility and utilization of available venues.
Allm
Venture Round in 2018
Allm Inc. is a medical ICT company based in Tokyo, Japan, that focuses on enhancing healthcare communication through advanced technologies. Founded in 2001, Allm offers a variety of applications designed to facilitate communication among healthcare professionals, including Kaigo for home care workers, Kango for home care nurses, and MySOS for first-aid support and medical record management. Additionally, the company provides AcaMed, an online community aimed at advancing medical research, and FollowUP, a business intelligence system for real-time management information. Allm's solutions are utilized in over 18 countries across regions such as the US, South America, Europe, Japan, the Middle East, and Africa, contributing to improved efficiency and quality of care in community healthcare systems. The company, formerly known as SkillUpJapan Corp., rebranded to Allm Inc. in January 2015 and operates several subsidiaries globally.
Linkers
Venture Round in 2018
Linkers Co., Ltd., established in 2012 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in technology matchmaking solutions for the manufacturing industry. The company operates an online business platform, eEXPO, which connects technologies and products developed by industry professionals, academia, and specialists. Linkers' core service involves conducting company-to-company interviews, leveraging its extensive network to facilitate open innovation and support services. Additionally, the company offers a SaaS-type business matching system, LFB, which enhances business matching operations by identifying and addressing potential issues between partners. Linkers aims to stimulate innovation and maximize societal productivity by efficiently rebuilding the industrial system through strategic connections.
sitateru
Series B in 2018
Sitateru is a product manufacturing platform that supports garment brands throughout the entire process, from product planning to production and delivery. It connects independent fashion brands and retailers with garment factories, facilitating their clothing production needs. By establishing a network among these entities, Sitateru enables clients to explore expansion opportunities and streamline their operations in the clothing industry. This tailor-controlled system enhances the efficiency of production while catering to the specific requirements of clothing companies.
VAZ
Venture Round in 2018
VAZ Inc. is a marketing agency located in Tokyo, Japan, that focuses on promoting content and communicating ideas through various marketing services. The company collaborates with YouTubers and influential creators to drive social change by transforming small, everyday actions into impactful societal improvements. VAZ offers a range of services, including social media marketing, campaign planning, influencer marketing, and account management, aiming to help corporate clients and businesses effectively promote their products and philosophies, thereby inspiring a broader audience.
Candee
Series B in 2017
Candee Inc. is a Tokyo-based production company founded in 2015 that specializes in online video production and talent management. The company provides a range of services, including advertising, video editing, branding, content creation, public relations, and digital marketing. Through its online platform, Candee produces advertising and media videos, focusing particularly on mobile content, which allows businesses to effectively advertise and manage talent in the digital space.
rakumo
Venture Round in 2017
rakumo Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development and sales of cloud-based extension tools tailored for business environments. Founded in 2004, rakumo offers products such as rakumo for G Suite, which enhances user management and security functions within the G Suite ecosystem, and rakumo for Salesforce, featuring tools like rakumo Social Scheduler and rakumo Sync for real-time Google Calendar synchronization. In addition to its software solutions, rakumo is involved in the sale of information and communication equipment. The company is committed to improving workplace productivity through its innovative cloud-based services.
WAmazing
Venture Round in 2017
WAmazing, founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, offers essential services for foreign travelers visiting the country. The company provides free SIM cards that allow tourists to register before arriving in Japan, facilitating access to mobile internet services of up to 500MB through its app. This service addresses challenges faced by visitors, such as navigating Japanese sign-up pages that require local phone numbers for free Wi-Fi access. In addition to SIM cards, WAmazing's platform serves as a multilingual travel guide, offering tour applications, reservation information, and tourism consulting services for local governments and tourism organizations. By enabling tourists to access vital information through their smartphones, WAmazing enhances the travel experience in Japan.
MFS
Venture Round in 2017
MFS, Inc. is a consumer lending company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in online mortgage services. Founded in 2009, MFS simplifies the mortgage process by allowing consumers to secure home loans without the need to search for, apply for, or negotiate with traditional financial institutions. The company's innovative approach has garnered significant media attention, with features in prominent outlets such as NHK, Nihon Keizai Shimbun, and Yomiuri Shimbun.
Nippontect Systems
Venture Round in 2017
Nippontect Systems Co., Ltd is a software development company based in Minato-ku, Japan, established in 2015. The company specializes in information and communication technology (ICT) solutions, with a particular focus on the dementia medical field. Through its innovative software, Nippontect aims to address the challenges associated with dementia care, enhancing the quality of life for patients and supporting healthcare professionals in their efforts.
RoomClip
Venture Round in 2017
RoomClip operates a mobile-based photo-sharing application that allows users to document and share images of their living spaces. This platform provides valuable access to housing and lifestyle information, offering ideas for room organization, storage solutions, and various DIY projects based on actual examples uploaded by users. In addition to fostering a community of design enthusiasts, RoomClip serves as a marketing platform for companies in the interior decoration sector, enabling them to engage directly with potential customers and gather feedback on their products. The business also features an online store that offers a diverse selection of home decor items, including chairs, desks, carpets, sofas, and lighting, catering to users looking to enhance their living environments.
Enechange
Series A in 2017
Enechange Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based company that specializes in providing an electricity plan comparison website, helping consumers select their electricity providers. Established in April 2015, the company offers online switching services for energy and gas. Enechange also operates various cloud-based platforms aimed at supporting electricity and gas retailers, including the Energy Marketing Acceleration Platform (EMAP) for marketing and customer acquisition, and the Smart-Meter Analytics Platform (SMAP) for profitability analysis and demand response services. Additionally, the company employs artificial intelligence technologies to enhance deregulation efforts in the energy sector, facilitating optimized energy usage and smoother transitions for consumers switching providers. Through its innovative solutions, Enechange plays a critical role in promoting energy efficiency and consumer choice in Japan's liberalized electricity market.
Shuttlerock
Series B in 2016
Shuttlerock Ltd. is a New Zealand-based company that specializes in a crowd-sourced content platform designed for websites. Established in 2011, it enables users to collect, curate, and share user-generated content while aggregating social media content to enhance audience engagement and drive conversions. The company's proprietary platform focuses on mobile-first creative solutions, allowing for the rapid creation of high-performance mobile video ads from a single visual asset, such as a still photo. Shuttlerock serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including brands, e-commerce, entertainment, media, sports, and tourism, with operations in New Zealand, the United States, and Japan. Additionally, Shuttlerock offers expertise in digital marketing strategies and is recognized as a marketing partner for major platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
LIVE3
Seed Round in 2016
LIVE3 is a Curated list of Tonight's Cool Events to go out. It enables users to Discover what to do tonight, around your location, by selling last minutes tickets for discounted price, Purchase or Share with friends in easy and short steps. The app is currently available in Tokyo area only, and covers multiple categories such as Music, Clubbing, Film, Performance, Food&Drinks and Social meetup. AppStore : https://itunes.apple.com/jp/app/Live3iOS/id799195430 HP : http://live3.info/lp Fes : http://live3.info/fe/fes
Space Market
Series A in 2016
Space Market is a Japan-based online platform that facilitates the rental of unused or idle spaces for various purposes. Founded in 2014, the company provides a marketplace where customers can search for and reserve venues suitable for events such as parties, business meetings, photo shoots, sports activities, and more. The platform also supports the lending and borrowing of conference rooms and other types of spaces, including off-season ballparks and wedding halls. By offering a user-friendly app, Space Market makes it easier for individuals and organizations to find the right space for their specific needs, enhancing the accessibility and utilization of available venues.
Raksul
Series D in 2016
Raksul Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing comprehensive printing services in Japan. Founded in 2009, Raksul offers a wide range of printed products, including flyers, business cards, pamphlets, posters, New Year’s cards, and various promotional materials. The company operates as a B2B platform, facilitating a streamlined connection between small and medium-sized enterprises and existing players in the printing, logistics, and advertising industries. By leveraging a sharing economy model, Raksul enables customers to access excess capacities from these industries at competitive prices, thereby simplifying traditional value chains and promoting efficiency.
sitateru
Series A in 2016
Sitateru is a product manufacturing platform that supports garment brands throughout the entire process, from product planning to production and delivery. It connects independent fashion brands and retailers with garment factories, facilitating their clothing production needs. By establishing a network among these entities, Sitateru enables clients to explore expansion opportunities and streamline their operations in the clothing industry. This tailor-controlled system enhances the efficiency of production while catering to the specific requirements of clothing companies.
Sorabito
Venture Round in 2016
Sorabito Co., Ltd., established in 2014 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, operates an online marketplace called ALLSTOCKER. This platform specializes in the trade of used construction equipment and machinery, including excavators, wheel loaders, and other heavy-duty vehicles. Additionally, Sorabito offers IT solutions tailored for construction equipment rental companies, facilitating the recycling of used industrial machines and promoting sustainability in the construction industry.
DIGISURF
Venture Round in 2016
DIGISURF INC. is a service company based in Fujisawa, Japan, that specializes in an online portal for reserving barbecue places and ordering ingredients. Founded in 1993, DIGISURF provides users with a convenient platform to secure barbecue spots while also facilitating the procurement of necessary supplies for their events.
RocksBox
Series A in 2016
Rocksbox, Inc. is a membership-based jewelry styling service based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2012. The company offers a subscription platform that allows women to shop, rent, and swap designer jewelry. Members receive a curated selection of jewelry pieces on loan, with the flexibility to purchase or exchange items at any time. Rocksbox aims to transform the jewelry shopping experience by leveraging technology and data to provide products that resonate with its customers. The service focuses on making high-quality, designer jewelry accessible and allows users to discover new styles while enjoying the benefits of a rental model.
One Tap BUY
Venture Round in 2016
One Tap BUY Co., Ltd., founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in financial application services, focusing on asset management. The company offers a financial smartphone application that enables users to select, buy, and sell stocks with minimal investment amounts. This application provides features that assist users in determining the amounts they wish to trade and allows for day trading. Additionally, it facilitates users in realizing profits by enabling them to buy and sell only profitable stocks while retaining their investments. Formerly known as My banker Co., Ltd., the company rebranded to One Tap BUY in January 2015.
Wovn Technologies
Venture Round in 2015
Wovn Technologies, Inc. specializes in website localization software, enabling clients to translate their websites into multiple languages effectively. Founded in 2014 and based in Minato, Japan, the company assesses individual website and translation needs, providing tailored localization solutions. Wovn Technologies simplifies the process of multilingualization, making it accessible for a diverse range of users, from developers to bloggers. The company also offers ongoing customer support and advice to ensure successful implementation of its services.
MerryBiz
Venture Round in 2015
MerryBiz is an accounting platform designed to streamline clerical work for businesses. It offers solutions that address various accounting challenges, such as journal entries, expense reimbursements, invoicing, and managing accounts receivable and payable. By automating the processing of expense receipts and extracting information from documents like passbooks and credit card statements, MerryBiz helps companies reduce labor costs associated with accounting tasks. This allows businesses to concentrate on their core operations rather than being bogged down by administrative duties. Additionally, MerryBiz assists organizations in managing sudden increases in workload, such as the implementation of new accounting software, thereby enhancing overall efficiency.
Housmart
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Housmart is a property investment media firm that integrates real estate expertise, design, and technology to enhance the housing market experience. The company has developed a property proposal system specifically for real estate brokerage sales. This platform streamlines the sales process by automatically sending email suggestions to sales personnel regarding pre-owned condominiums that align with customer needs. By leveraging this technology, clients can accelerate property transactions and improve their turnover rates, making the sales process more efficient and effective.
One Tap BUY
Series B in 2015
One Tap BUY Co., Ltd., founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in financial application services, focusing on asset management. The company offers a financial smartphone application that enables users to select, buy, and sell stocks with minimal investment amounts. This application provides features that assist users in determining the amounts they wish to trade and allows for day trading. Additionally, it facilitates users in realizing profits by enabling them to buy and sell only profitable stocks while retaining their investments. Formerly known as My banker Co., Ltd., the company rebranded to One Tap BUY in January 2015.
MarketEnterprise
Corporate Round in 2015
Market Enterprise is an online second-hand distributor that operates under a consumer-to-business-to-consumer model. The company engages in the net type reuse business, facilitating the buying and selling of merchandise directly through the Internet, bypassing traditional dealers. It manages approximately 40 online platforms dedicated to purchasing, as well as selling products through popular online marketplaces such as Yahoo Auction, Amazon, and Rakuten. Market Enterprise operates around 29 specialized purchasing verticals and maintains reuse centers in major cities across Japan, including Sapporo, Sendai, Saitama, Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka, Kobe, and Fukuoka. This extensive network allows it to effectively serve a broad customer base while promoting sustainability through the reuse of goods.
Fuller
Venture Round in 2015
Fuller, Inc. is a software development company based in Kashiwa-shi, Japan, founded in 2011. The firm specializes in mobile application development and data analytics services, primarily targeting app developers and businesses looking to enhance their digital presence. Key offerings include App Ape Analytics, which provides market research and analytics for mobile applications, and App Ape Console, a tool that integrates with Google Analytics for comprehensive app performance tracking. Fuller also offers various applications, such as Joren, which converts websites into native mobile apps, along with several utility and gaming apps designed to improve user engagement and device management. The company's products support effective marketing strategies and aim to facilitate the growth of mobile enterprises by providing valuable insights and analytics.
Raksul
Series C in 2015
Raksul Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing comprehensive printing services in Japan. Founded in 2009, Raksul offers a wide range of printed products, including flyers, business cards, pamphlets, posters, New Year’s cards, and various promotional materials. The company operates as a B2B platform, facilitating a streamlined connection between small and medium-sized enterprises and existing players in the printing, logistics, and advertising industries. By leveraging a sharing economy model, Raksul enables customers to access excess capacities from these industries at competitive prices, thereby simplifying traditional value chains and promoting efficiency.
Lancers
Corporate Round in 2015
Lancers, Inc., established in 2008 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in connecting businesses with freelance professionals through its online platform. The company's primary service, Lancers, is one of Japan's largest crowdsourcing platforms, facilitating outsourcing of tasks to experts across diverse fields. Additionally, Lancers offers Lancers Agent, a service that introduces resident freelancers to businesses, and POD, a matchmaking service for freelance consultants. With a team of 73 employees, Lancers is dedicated to fostering efficient and effective collaborations between businesses and freelancers.
Helpfeel
Series A in 2014
Helpfeel is a technology company focused on human empowerment through knowledge delivery. It offers tools that facilitate access to information, including Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), internal knowledge searches, and product recommendations. Helpfeel's platform allows users to refine and connect ideas, helping them find answers efficiently. The company aims to enhance user experience by simplifying the search for information, thereby fostering better understanding and communication. Established with a vision to improve knowledge accessibility, Helpfeel continues to innovate in the realm of information technology.
remote.it (pronounced remote it)
Seed Round in 2014
remote.it (pronounced remote 'it') is unleashing private networks from legacy dependencies including hardware dependence, open ports on the Internet, on-premise configuration, and one-by-one management of individual networked devices. Founded by networking experts who's previous company invented hardware TCP/IP (acquired by NVIDIA) the companies cloud service allows for secure management of network assets from anywhere. Popular use cases include: managing cloud instances, IoT devices, remote access, remote work, and allowing legacy networking equipment to be managed from the cloud. The remote.it service is used by tens of thousands of businesses to managed devices in over 180 countries across the globe.
Red Fox
Corporate Round in 2014
redfox, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 1989 that specializes in information system consulting services. It provides a range of solutions including system development, maintenance, and operation for various industries such as life insurance, finance, telecommunications, retail, manufacturing, healthcare, and government. The company aims to enhance productivity by promoting "mobile working," which allows individuals to reduce the time spent on routine tasks through innovative technology. One of its notable offerings is GPS Punch!, a pioneering service designed to optimize time management. Through its efforts, redfox seeks to enable individuals to engage in more meaningful activities by maximizing their available time.
Jimoty
Corporate Round in 2014
Jimoty Inc operates a classified advertisement platform that serves approximately 9 million users monthly. The site allows individuals to post a variety of advertisements, including buying and selling second-hand goods, event announcements, recruitment opportunities, and real estate listings. By offering a free bulletin board format, Jimoty facilitates the exchange of information across different categories, making it a versatile tool for users seeking to connect over various needs and interests. The company's focus is on planning, development, and the effective management of this classified site, ensuring that it remains user-friendly and accessible.
Omni
Seed Round in 2014
Omni is a multifaceted company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in business intelligence, cybersecurity, and cloud engineering services. Its primary offering is a unique business intelligence platform that merges the reliability of a shared data model with the flexibility of SQL, allowing users to easily access, explore, and share curated data metrics. This platform is designed to streamline the data analytics process, enabling clients to focus on deriving meaningful insights without the complications often associated with data management. Additionally, Omni operates a rentals platform that connects local businesses with community members, providing access to a variety of rental items such as bikes, surfboards, and camping equipment. This initiative enhances community engagement by making diverse products readily available for short-term use.
Cocon
Seed Round in 2014
Cocon, Inc. is a consulting firm based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in cyber security services. Founded in 2013, the company originally operated under the name Panda Graphics, Inc. until rebranding in May 2015. Cocon provides a crowdsourcing platform that facilitates the production of animation content and offers voice work services. Additionally, it delivers motion production services and develops solutions for motion capture technology. The company's focus is on enhancing security measures for businesses, employing advanced technologies to protect data and improve security diagnostics across various sectors, including connected cars and industrial systems. Through its diverse offerings, Cocon aims to help organizations operate efficiently while mitigating information security risks.
FlyData
Venture Round in 2014
FlyData Inc. is a data integration service provider based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in cloud-based solutions. The company offers a range of products, including FlyData for Redshift, which facilitates continuous data uploads to Amazon Redshift, and FlyData Sync, which allows for the replication of data from relational databases to Amazon Redshift clusters. Additionally, FlyData for Heroku enables users to save Heroku logs in an S3 bucket. The FlyData Enterprise solution manages the extract, transform, and load process to the cloud, supporting the movement of large data sets to existing data warehouses. FlyData also provides consulting services to assist with data warehousing, business intelligence, reporting, and analytics. Founded in 2010 and originally known as Hapyrus, Inc., the company rebranded to FlyData Inc. in January 2014.
Accounting SaaS Japan
Venture Round in 2014
Accounting SaaS Japan Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based accounting and tax application software. The firm focuses on providing innovative solutions to streamline accounting processes for businesses, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in financial management. By leveraging cloud technology, Accounting SaaS Japan enables users to access their accounting tools from anywhere, facilitating better collaboration and real-time data analysis. This strategic approach positions the company to meet the evolving needs of its clients in a competitive market.
Pathee
Seed Round in 2014
Pathee is a search engine designed to provide users with targeted information based on their current location. It connects individuals with nearby retail options and relevant information, leveraging location detection technology. The platform offers digital marketing support tools that assist users in obtaining pertinent search results, while also providing insights for retail chains through shopping spot information and digital sales promotion. This enables businesses to optimize their media strategies and enhance their marketing efforts through effective data analysis services.
Mikatus
Seed Round in 2014
Mikatus Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2009 that specializes in providing cloud services specifically designed for tax accountants. The company develops software applications for both mobile and computer platforms, offering an all-in-one system that integrates accounting, payroll, and tax functionalities. By assisting tax professionals and accounting firms, Mikatus aims to enhance the performance of small and medium-sized businesses. Their services include tax, accounting, payroll, financial support, and management support, all geared towards helping tax accountants differentiate their practices and improve business outcomes. Through their innovative solutions, Mikatus seeks to organize the thought processes of managers and provide fresh perspectives to foster growth and development in the businesses they serve.
Coconala
Seed Round in 2013
Coconala Inc. is an online platform based in Tokyo, Japan, that facilitates the buying and selling of knowledge, skills, and experiences among users. Founded in 2012 and originally known as Wellself until its name change in June 2014, the platform allows individuals to offer a diverse range of services. These services include fortune-telling, mental health support, illustration, design, and consultations related to hobbies and travel. By connecting service providers with those seeking assistance or learning, Coconala fosters a marketplace that caters to various interests and needs.
Accounting SaaS Japan
Series A in 2013
Accounting SaaS Japan Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based accounting and tax application software. The firm focuses on providing innovative solutions to streamline accounting processes for businesses, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in financial management. By leveraging cloud technology, Accounting SaaS Japan enables users to access their accounting tools from anywhere, facilitating better collaboration and real-time data analysis. This strategic approach positions the company to meet the evolving needs of its clients in a competitive market.
Geniee
Series B in 2013
Geniee Inc. is a prominent player in the AdTech and MarTech sectors, founded in 2010 by Tomoaki Kudo. Headquartered in Japan, the company operates internationally with offices in Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam, while previously having a presence in the USA, China, and India. Geniee specializes in providing software-as-a-service solutions that enhance client success in digital advertising. Its offerings include the Geniee Supply-Side Platform (SSP), which facilitates comparisons of various advertising deals; the Geniee Trading Desk for integrated display ad operations; a Data Management Platform (DMP) that analyzes marketing and user data; and a Data Exchange service for delivering online and email ads using audience data. Through these services, Geniee helps clients optimize their advertising strategies and maximize revenue.
Crossfinity Digital Asia
Acquisition in 2013
Crossfinity Digital Asia (CDA) is a digital marketing consultancy that provides comprehensive performance marketing solutions for brands and agencies. The company boasts an in-house team of specialists in Performance, Programmatic, SEO, Social, and Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO), enabling it to effectively maximize return on investment for clients. CDA is fully owned by Crossfinity Inc., a leading SEO, CRO, and affiliate marketing company based in Japan, which is recognized as one of the region's fastest-growing performance marketing consultancies. Additionally, Crossfinity has established regional offices in Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia, allowing it to serve a diverse range of clients, from large corporations to medium-sized businesses, with services that include video advertisements, mobile advertisements, website creation, and more.
Sumally
Venture Round in 2012
Sumally Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2010 that operates a content-sharing platform designed to connect people through their interests and possessions. The platform allows users to share and catalog their "wants" and "haves," effectively tracking ownership and availability of various items. By leveraging contributions from users and style leaders globally, Sumally aims to create a comprehensive online encyclopedia of treasured objects. The service facilitates smooth online transactions by enabling users to list items for sale, either by selecting from existing entries or by registering new items via a mobile application. This innovative approach helps users discover, buy, and sell items of interest while fostering a community centered around shared passions.
trippiece
Corporate Round in 2012
Trippiece Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company that operates a social travel service platform designed for users to create and share travel plans. Founded in 2011 and based in Shinagawa-Ku, Japan, the platform connects individuals looking to embark on travel projects together, facilitating collaboration and shared experiences. In addition to its primary service, Trippiece also manages retrip.jp, a site that curates travel-related news and information. This approach allows users to explore new adventures with others who have similar interests, enhancing the overall travel experience.
Heartlass
Acquisition in 2011
Heartlass is an advertising company.
milog
Series A in 2011
-Milog inc is founded in April 2009, aiming to focus on Android platform on smartphone. Business domain is an intelligence of application usage data on Android OS platform to provide worldwide handset companies and telecom operators, employing high-level statistical analysis, with Harvard Physics Team. Milog has raised $5 million (1.2 million USD in a seed round, 3.8 million USD in Series A). Acquired on March 2012.- Milog is founded by Yohei Kiguchi, Co-Founder/ CEO in April 2009, and his friends, then sold the entire business in March 2012. Milog has the headquarter in Tokyo, and also have contractors across the world, mainly in Shanghai, San Francisco. In Japan, milog patented a core programme for this field, and was widely recognized as a top runner and innovative challenger in IT field. Milog developed "AppLog", which was an embedded software to monitor application’s battery and data consumption on an android device, and automatically optimise the application’s running task to improve the battery life. To address the battery life problem, which is the most common users concern in many polls, the demand side approach was unique and more efficient, while a lot of hardware companies tackled the issue by improving the battery size or efficiency. Milog raised total 5 million USD(1.2 million USD in a seed round, 3.8 million USD in Series A) from JAFCO, No.1 Japanese VC, and OPT, No.1 advertising agency, and RECRUIT, No.1 Japanese Human Resource company.
Mobile Factory
Funding Round in 2009
Mobile Factory, Inc. is a Japanese company that specializes in mobile service development, focusing on social and mobile media applications. Founded in 2001 and based in Tokyo, the company creates location-based games, including popular titles like Station Memories! and the Eki Dash series. In addition to game development, Mobile Factory offers mobile content services, including mobile advertising and affiliate networks. The company also produces mobile music content, such as ringtones, and operates various content sites, including divination and melody services, often in collaboration with telecommunications carriers. Through its diverse offerings, Mobile Factory aims to enhance the mobile experience for users in Japan.
Petgo
Venture Round in 2006
Petgo Corporation operates an e-commerce platform focused on pet care products, including food, health supplements, and veterinary drugs for dogs and cats. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company also offers marketing support services to pet-related manufacturers, leveraging pet data to enhance their outreach. In addition to its online retail operations, Petgo runs animal hospitals that provide medical treatment services, contributing to the overall health and well-being of pets. The company also maintains a website dedicated to pet-focused media, further expanding its presence in the pet care industry.
CROOZ
Venture Round in 2006
CROOZ Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a technology company specializing in e-commerce infrastructure and social gaming applications. It offers a comprehensive EC system developed in-house, supporting mail-order operations, logistics, and HR solutions, driving volume growth, cost reduction, and profit generation for its clients. Additionally, CROOZ publishes and operates popular smartphone games in Japan and globally, with some titles grossing over US$1 million per month. The company also runs a fast fashion e-commerce platform, SHOPLIST.com, and a used fashion marketplace, SHOPLIST USED, along with a blog site, CROOZblog.
Adways
Venture Round in 2005
Adways, headquartered in Tokyo and founded in 2001, specializes in mobile marketing solutions and advertising services. The company is renowned for its mobile cost-per-install (CPI) ad network, AppDriver, and its app measurement tool, PartyTrack, which are widely utilized by major app developers globally. Since opening its first overseas office in China in 2004, Adways has significantly expanded its reach across Asian markets, operating in 11 countries, including Japan, China, Korea, and India, and employing around 1,000 individuals. The firm supports app developers in enhancing user acquisition and monetization while continuously striving to deliver new value to the market. Adways also engages in the development and management of mobile applications and media content, alongside its internet advertising services. Haruhisa Okamura, the founder and CEO, has transformed Adways from a small startup into an international corporation, gaining recognition for his entrepreneurial achievements.
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