Nippon Venture Capital

Nippon Venture Capital Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based venture capital firm established in 1996, specializing in incubation and early-stage investments across various industries. The firm focuses on sectors such as brain information science, life support robotics, wireless power, and technology-related companies within the Asia-Pacific region. Notably, it invests in innovative projects like brain-computer interfaces and advanced robotics, aiming to advance new business ventures in collaboration with major Japanese companies. Nippon Venture Capital typically seeks to exit its investments through the sale of portfolio company stocks after an initial public offering. The firm also maintains an office in Osaka, enhancing its regional presence and investment capabilities.

Hiromichi Iwasa

Director

Minoru Tagaya

President

186 past transactions

LIFESCAPES

Seed Round in 2022
LIFESCAPES is a researcher and manufacturer of brain-computer interface equipment. LIFESCAPES aims to use BMI technology to help stroke patients solve problems and improve their quality of life. LIFESCAPES uses BMI to bring out the plasticity of the brain and help people who are in trouble to be free of their limitations and to live their lives normally.

LUCA Science

Series B in 2022
Luca Science Inc. specializes in creating a new treatment using mitochondria, which is bioenergy itself. It is based in Japan.

Utill

Series A in 2021
Utill develops web design and application. It offers util bsuiness; production business, LP production, HP/site creation, graphic design, web service development, system development; and In-house service, web secretary and utill magazine. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Arsaga Partners

Series A in 2021
Arsaga Partners, founded in 2016, specializes in app development and web services, focusing on a "Smartphone First" approach. The company offers a comprehensive range of IT services, from initial service planning to the release of applications, ensuring consistent development throughout the process. By employing digital transformation technologies, Arsaga Partners aims to enhance corporate competitiveness and facilitate the growth of businesses, organizations, and society. Its unique business model avoids reliance on personal computers and is designed to manage web services without handling large databases or high traffic, allowing for a streamlined and efficient development experience.

Docodoor

Venture Round in 2021
DoCoDoor is a web production company that is strong in attracting customers with top class in SEO. Clients nationwide from the creative bases in Tokyo, Niigata and Aomori through the agency system called DOKODO LICENSE.

Smart Laser & Plasma Systems

Venture Round in 2021
Smart Laser & Plasma Systems is a manufacturer of measurement-related equipment using advanced laser / plasma technology. The company also does measurement related research work using laser technology.

Dank1

Corporate Round in 2021
DanKichi Ltd. plans, develops, and operates a smartphone app dedicated to sports. It was founded on February 14, 2013, and is based in Osaka, Japan.

JCG

Series B in 2021
JCG Co., Ltd., an e-sports event company, operates and manages a gaming tournament site. Its activities include e-sports events (online tournament planning and management); event planning and operation with white label; promotion consulting utilizing e-sports; delivery studio rental; cloud management of online tournament system; and video production and editing. It serves game publishers and corporations. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Studist

Seed Round in 2021
Studist Corporation, founded in 2010 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing a cloud-based documentation tool designed to enhance knowledge sharing within businesses. The company has developed the platform "Teachme Biz," which enables the creation and management of standard work procedure manuals using images and videos. This platform facilitates the instant delivery and browsing of manuals, allowing employees to easily create and share business documentation by selecting visuals and adding descriptions. Studist aims to address the challenges of information transmission loss in enterprises, promoting a more efficient exchange of knowledge and fostering an environment where intellectual contributions are accessible to all.

Cuorips Inc.

Venture Round in 2021
Cuorips Inc. is a Japanese company focused on the research, development, and commercialization of induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell-derived cardiomyocyte sheets and cell therapeutic products. Founded in 2017, Cuorips, formerly known as Cuore Inc., operates from its headquarters in Chuo, Japan, with an additional office in Osaka. The company aims to advance medical care by leveraging cutting-edge technology to create innovative solutions in the field of regenerative medicine.

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.

Nyle

Venture Round in 2021
Nyle Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2007 that specializes in web solutions and internet media services. Originally known as Volare Inc., the company offers a range of services, including the Appliv platform for discovering smartphone applications and Appliv Games. Nyle operates two main divisions: the Automotive Industry DX Division, which provides online car subscription services, and the Horizontal DX Division, focusing on consulting services related to digital transformation and marketing. By leveraging its expertise, Nyle supports businesses across various industries in enhancing their online presence and promoting digital transformation initiatives.

Ai Robotics

Series D in 2020
AI Robotics Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016. It specializes in the planning, development, and sales of skincare products and beauty appliances that utilize its proprietary artificial intelligence technology. In addition to its focus on beauty products, the company offers services for optimizing automatic advertisement operations, which include AI automation, algorithm bidding, and auto-tuning. Through these innovative solutions, AI Robotics aims to enhance the effectiveness of advertising strategies while also advancing the beauty and skincare industry with its AI-driven products.

unilabo

Series B in 2020
unilabo, Inc. owns and operates a business to business (B2B) ordering platform. It offers search service for suppliers. It also provides characteristics, achievements, and services of suppliers, subcontractors, and outsourcers; and information and price quotes. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

LUCA Science

Series A in 2020
Luca Science Inc. specializes in creating a new treatment using mitochondria, which is bioenergy itself. It is based in Japan.

J-Pharma

Series D in 2020
J-Pharma Co., Ltd. develops therapeutics and diagnostic agents for treatment of cancer. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Yokohama, Japan.

Blue Innovation

Venture Round in 2020
Blue Innovation Co., Ltd. engages in developing coastal monitoring systems using drones, creating optimized drones and their components and applications. It provides services including security, indoor inspection, education & safety, entertainment, and logistics based on its infrastructure platform. The company’s platform enables cooperation and coordination of multiple drones, and is the backbone for all solution service of the company. Blue innovation Co., Ltd. was founded in 1999 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

THECOO

Series A in 2020
THECOO, Inc. offers influencer planning and analysis tool for enterprise marketers, advertising agencies, and public relation company planners. The company offers its products and services under brand name iCON Suite, that make the value of influencer visible; iCon CAST, which connect YouTubers and companies; RIPPLY, an influence marketing platform; and fanicon, a membership-based fan community application. The company also carries out business, such as planning promotional measures for advertising companies, negotiating casting, and direction of measures. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Repohappy

Venture Round in 2020
Repohappy is a food and beverage media that receives invitations from popular stores.

TVISION INSIGHTS

Venture Round in 2020
TVISION INSIGHTS is a company that measures the "viewing quality" of television. Utilizing state-of-the-art human body recognition technology developed by TVISION, it is rare in the world to acquire TV viewing status in the living room and convert it into data, and a very unique data set that does not exist is founded It has been acquired and accumulated since then. Currently, we have expanded our bases globally and have expanded to Tokyo, Boston and New York. While challenging challenges in different markets,we are continuing to grow rapidly to realize the original potential of TV.

ANYCOLOR

Post in 2020
Ichikara Inc. is an entertainment start-up based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in creator support and licensing, primarily focusing on the management and operation of virtual streamers associated with the "Nijisanji Project." Ichikara offers a range of services, including access to distribution studios, advertising partnerships, event coordination, and opportunities for program appearances. Additionally, the company actively seeks to discover new talent through auditions, aiming to enhance the virtual entertainment landscape. By leveraging advanced technology, Ichikara strives to create engaging experiences that resonate with audiences globally.

UPWARD

Series E in 2020
UPWARD,Inc. offers cloud based customer relationship management services for smart device and location information utilization. The company designs, develops, and markets geographical information systems (GIS) and location based services (LBS) solutions. The company offers location and positioning suits. Its markets its product under GRASS (Geographic Resources Analysis Support System) and MapServer brand names. UPWARD,Inc. partners with DM Solutions Group, Inc., MapInfo Corporation, and Hokkaido CMC, Inc. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Yukai Engineering

Series A in 2020
Yukai Engineering Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, develops and manufactures innovative communication robots designed to enhance everyday experiences. Founded in 2007, the company’s product lineup includes BOCCO, a family robot that facilitates communication between loved ones, and Necomimi, a unique headband that expresses emotions through moving cat ears based on the user's brainwaves. Other notable products include Qoobo, a robotic pillow with a lifelike tail that responds to touch, and Paby, which connects working parents with their babies. The company also offers a variety of physical computing toolkits and interactive devices that bridge the gap between physical products and digital displays. Yukai Engineering aims to create joyful interactions and emotional connections through its technology, making daily life more engaging and meaningful.

Mamasan&Company

Venture Round in 2020
Mamasan & Company Inc. is a Tokyo-based firm that specializes in research and consulting services focused on process visualization and optimization for businesses. Established in 2008, the company offers a range of services, including payroll accounting, labor management, general office tasks, recruitment, call center operations, and design and secretarial support. It operates as a business process outsourcing (BPO) provider, utilizing home workers to efficiently deliver its services in a cloud-based environment.

Planet Nine

Venture Round in 2020
The aliens of Planet Nine have made contact with us Planet Earthlings. They come in peace and have granted us a new digital economy that allows us to trade with them. Planet Nine is building a new digital economy for the future of microtransactions. Read our whitepaper for more detail.

Gesher

Seed Round in 2020
Gesher Inc., founded in 2020 and based in Tokyo, Japan, engages in supporting and investing in startups and businesses. The company focuses on delegation planning for investment and collaboration, as well as offering support services for both outbound and inbound enterprises. Additionally, Gesher operates a database platform that specializes in collecting and categorizing information on Israeli companies, startups, and investors. This information is made available to clients through a subscription model, facilitating easy access to valuable insights about the Israeli market.

Magic Moment

Seed Round in 2019
Magic Moment Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, offers consulting services focused on Revenue Operations and sales solutions. The company specializes in customer acquisition and success, aiming to unify business processes through the integration of data and technology. Additionally, Magic Moment provides insight board data processing and integration services, empowering businesses to make informed decisions.

WizWe

Venture Round in 2019
WizWe Co., Ltd. is engage in planning, development and management of Wiz heart. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

AlarmBox

Venture Round in 2019
Alarmbox, Inc. designs, develops, and manages risk management tool, which tracks the change in credit situation of a business. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

SmartScan

Series A in 2019
SmartScan,Inc. owns and operates medical diagnostic imaging clinic. It offers magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan services. The company also provides management and consulting services for medical facilities. SmartScan,Inc. was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

TransRecog

Venture Round in 2019
TransRecog Co., LTD., founded in 2017 and based in Minato, Japan, specializes in developing software solutions for PDF editing and project management. Its flagship product, AxelaNote, is a Windows application that allows users to write on PDFs that are typically restricted from printing or editing. This innovative software enables the integration of original PDF content with written annotations while allowing users to save both the original and modified versions as separate files. In addition to its PDF editing capabilities, TransRecog also focuses on creating tools for project management, enhancing productivity and efficiency for its clients in various industries.

Next Innovation

Venture Round in 2019
NEXTINNOVATION.inc. designs and develops software for healthcare industry. It offers an Internet based medical examination platform which allows women to connect with doctors for menstrual and sex related issues. It also provides planning and operation of telemedicine services using Internet, system development and operation, consulting business for medical institutions and nursing care facilities and more. NEXTINNOVATION.inc. was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.

CAMELOVE

Venture Round in 2019
Camelove Inc. provides camera equipment rental services. It offers drone aerial photography and video production, and web media management services. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Aidea

Venture Round in 2019
Aidea Inc. provides ship management, development, and operation software solution and services for ship industry. It offers Aisea, an application system that provides a vessel movement sharing navigation support system using artificial intelligence and Internet of Things, which offers radar mode, plotter function, route recording and playback, management screen, and virtual wireless services. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Akasaka, Japan.

talent and assessment

Venture Round in 2019
Talent and assessment provides AI interview service that can interview anytime and anywhere. Based on the strategy recruitment method developed by the Company, AI conducts a recruitment interview while interacting with the AI, analyzing the qualifications of applicants by expert staff and evaluating the interview.This is an AI interview service that provides reports. Applicants can interview anywhere, anytime, 24 hours a day, 365 days a week by using their smartphone and downloading a dedicated application.

AlterBooth

Series A in 2019
AlterBooth, Inc. engages in designing and development of software systems using cloud computing technology. The company also provides information technology (IT) services. Its products include kosmisch, which supports micro data center conversion and removes limitations of applications; and cloud pointer, which supports the design, installation and operation of Microsoft Azure. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Fukuoka City, Japan.

Studist

Venture Round in 2019
Studist Corporation, founded in 2010 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing a cloud-based documentation tool designed to enhance knowledge sharing within businesses. The company has developed the platform "Teachme Biz," which enables the creation and management of standard work procedure manuals using images and videos. This platform facilitates the instant delivery and browsing of manuals, allowing employees to easily create and share business documentation by selecting visuals and adding descriptions. Studist aims to address the challenges of information transmission loss in enterprises, promoting a more efficient exchange of knowledge and fostering an environment where intellectual contributions are accessible to all.

NeuroSpace

Venture Round in 2019
NeuroSpace Co., Ltd., founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the manufacturing and sale of brain wave-related equipment designed for analyzing sleep patterns. The company operates a sleep analysis platform that enhances users' sleep cycles and promotes overall well-being. Utilizing advanced neuroscience technology, NeuroSpace offers tools for monitoring sleep and addressing jet lag, particularly for travelers. Additionally, the platform provides sleep-related advice aimed at reducing sleep issues and optimizing sleep quality, ultimately enabling users to achieve greater productivity through improved rest.

AlphaNavi Pharma

Series A in 2019
AlphaNavi Pharma Co., Ltd. is a drug discovery company based in Kyoto, Japan, founded in 2019. The company specializes in developing new pain therapeutics, focusing on voltage-gated sodium channel selective inhibitors. Its primary products, ANP-230 and ANP-231, are designed to address peripheral neuropathic pain. AlphaNavi Pharma collaborates with academic institutions, investors, and patients to advance its research and clinical development efforts, aiming to create innovative analgesic drugs that alleviate suffering and improve the quality of life for patients and their families.

Chordia Therapeutics

Series B in 2019
Chordia Therapeutics is a clinical-stage bioventure based in Fujisawa, Japan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in the research and development of oncology drugs, focusing on creating novel therapies for cancers that have high unmet medical needs. Chordia Therapeutics is dedicated to delivering first-in-class cancer treatments to patients as swiftly as possible, addressing gaps in current therapeutic options in the oncology field.

Veritas In Silico

Venture Round in 2019
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.

Workshift

Venture Round in 2019
Workshift Solutions Co., Ltd. offers a crowdsourcing service for users to outsource jobs to the world online. The company also offers support for market research, translation in multiple languages, design, and local blog entries amongst others. Workshift Solutions Co., Ltd. was founded in 2013 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Planet Nine

Venture Round in 2019
Planet Nine, Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, focuses on research and development in agricultural technology. The company specializes in creating applications and automatic cultivation systems aimed at addressing various challenges in the agriculture sector. By offering planning, management, and development services for internet-based agricultural solutions, Planet Nine seeks to enhance the efficiency and productivity of agricultural practices, ultimately enriching the lives of individuals engaged in the industry.

Mamasan&Company

Venture Round in 2018
Mamasan & Company Inc. is a Tokyo-based firm that specializes in research and consulting services focused on process visualization and optimization for businesses. Established in 2008, the company offers a range of services, including payroll accounting, labor management, general office tasks, recruitment, call center operations, and design and secretarial support. It operates as a business process outsourcing (BPO) provider, utilizing home workers to efficiently deliver its services in a cloud-based environment.

MILIZE

Corporate Round in 2018
MILIZE, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2009 that specializes in the development and operation of a cloud-based web platform integrating financial engineering and artificial intelligence. The company offers a range of products designed to assist in financial analysis and decision-making. These include milize Forecast, an AI modeling tool for time series predictions; AI Data Bank, which provides AI-based analysis services in collaboration with financial institutions; and milize, an AI-driven sales forecasting tool for new store openings. Additionally, MILIZE offers milize Trade, an investment decision support tool, milize Similar Chart for trading risk management, and milize Pro, a life plan simulation tool. Through these innovative solutions, MILIZE aims to enhance financial decision-making processes for its clients.

Globee

Venture Round in 2018
Globee Inc. provides education services. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

LanCul

Venture Round in 2018
LanCul Co., Ltd., founded in 2013 and based in Setagaya, Japan, operates a unique cafe and bar in Tokyo that focuses on community-based learning. The company offers an English conversation cafe service that combines casual dining with opportunities for language practice and cultural exchange. Customers can engage in group discussions, participate in events, or have one-on-one conversations with staff from overseas, facilitating a rich environment for language learning and cultural immersion. This innovative approach aims to enrich and diversify the minds of its users by fostering meaningful interactions in both physical and online settings.

Lang-8

Venture Round in 2018
Lang-8, Inc. operates a language exchange social networking platform that connects learners with native speakers to enhance their writing skills. Founded in 2007 and based in Tokyo, Japan, Lang-8 allows users to write journal entries in the language they are learning. These entries are then corrected by native speakers, providing learners with valuable feedback in an accessible format. This interaction fosters a supportive community where users can also assist others in their language learning journeys. With support for over 70 languages and a user base spanning 180 countries, Lang-8 serves as a practical resource for individuals at all proficiency levels seeking to improve their language skills through real-world engagement.

WHILL

Series C in 2018
WHILL is a company that designs and manufactures personal mobility products suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, aiming to enhance transportation experiences for all individuals. Founded in 2013 and based in San Carlos, California, WHILL seeks to redefine the perception of mobility devices like wheelchairs and scooters through innovative technology and thoughtful design. In addition to creating and selling mobility vehicles, WHILL offers mobility-as-a-service, which includes autonomous transportation solutions and on-site fleet rentals. This service enhances accessibility in public spaces such as airports, hospitals, and tourist destinations, allowing users to navigate these environments without a driver's license and promoting a more independent lifestyle for wheelchair users.

U-MaP

Series A in 2018
U-MaP Co., Ltd., founded in 2016 and based in Nagoya, Japan, specializes in the manufacturing of aluminum nitride (AlN) whiskers, which are utilized for their thermal management and heat dissipation properties. The company emerged from Nagoya University and is dedicated to advancing industrial materials through innovative technological solutions. U-MaP aims to commercialize cutting-edge technologies developed at the university, fostering the growth of next-generation industries. By focusing on ultimate materials and processing technologies, U-MaP seeks to provide significant contributions to society through its products and innovations.

Logbar

Venture Round in 2018
Logbar Inc. develops communication devices in Japan. The company offers Ring ZERO, a gesture device that allows users to communicate with various devices by gesturing, as well as to control compatible devices; and iLi, a wearable translator for travelers. Its Ring ZERO is used to control smartphones and tablets, and electronics; by developers; and to post on social networks. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

note

Venture Round in 2018
Note, Inc. owns and operates an online portal for content authors to sell their articles. Note, Inc. was formerly known as Piece of Cake, Inc. and changed its name to Note, Inc. in April 2020. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Minato, Japan.

Note

Series D in 2018
Piece of Cake is promoting digital content and services under a new platform.

Gojo & Company

Series B in 2018
Gojo & Company Inc. is a holding company based in Tokyo, Japan, that operates through its subsidiaries, including Microfinance Delta International and Sejaya Micro Credit, to provide microfinance services. Founded in 2014, the company aims to enhance financial inclusion by focusing on developing countries. Gojo supports the formalization and growth of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises, with the long-term objective of delivering high-quality, affordable financial services to over 100 million unserved and underserved individuals across more than 50 countries by 2030. As of now, Gojo has established a presence in Cambodia, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and India, employing over 3,400 individuals and serving more than 570,000 women, many of whom are mothers.

nanolux

Series A in 2018
Nanolux Co., Ltd., founded in 2012 and based in Tsukuba, Japan, specializes in the research and development of imaging sensors designed to enhance color night vision capabilities. The company manufactures and sells a range of electronic devices, including night vision cameras and associated electronic systems, aimed at improving surveillance and visibility monitoring. Through its innovative technology, Nanolux contributes to advancements in imaging solutions that cater to various security and monitoring needs.

Meijo Nano Carbon

Venture Round in 2018
MEIJO NANO CARBON Co., Ltd. engages in the manufacture of carbon nanotube chemicals. Its products include single-walled carbon nanotube, such as meijo edips; metallic/semiconducting carbon nanotube, including bluemetal and redsemicon; carbon nanotube dispersion, which includes edips ink, bluemetal ink, and redsemicon ink; and cnt coated dish. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Nagoya, Japan.

Serendip Consulting

Venture Round in 2018
Serendip Consulting refers to business portfolio optimization and provision of effective solutions.The Serendip Group operates not only strategic and financial consulting, but also a business company with a focus on manufacturing. Aiming for further growth of the entire group by restructuring the "business portfolio" based on the know-how of nurturing small and medium-sized businesses cultivated over 10 years since its foundation and investment experience, and "modernizing management" by dispatching professional managers You.

BackTech

Seed Round in 2018
BackTech offers information on health management and collaboration health, and health issues for working people. The company operates and provides comprehensive support from visualization of organizational productivity to solutions. Backtech's "Pocket Therapist" application for shoulder stiffness and low back pain measures aimed at reducing medical expenses and improving productivity in order to solve the problems of "working performance decline" and "stiff neck and low back pain difficult to solve with existing solutions".

UPWARD

Series D in 2018
UPWARD,Inc. offers cloud based customer relationship management services for smart device and location information utilization. The company designs, develops, and markets geographical information systems (GIS) and location based services (LBS) solutions. The company offers location and positioning suits. Its markets its product under GRASS (Geographic Resources Analysis Support System) and MapServer brand names. UPWARD,Inc. partners with DM Solutions Group, Inc., MapInfo Corporation, and Hokkaido CMC, Inc. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

C Channel

Venture Round in 2018
C Channel Corporation is a Tokyo-based company that operates an online lifestyle video platform aimed primarily at women aged 20 to 34. Founded in 2015, C Channel provides a variety of content related to fashion, food, hairstyling, makeup, and travel. The platform focuses on delivering engaging video content that informs and inspires its audience, making it a go-to resource for lifestyle-related topics.

THECOO

Venture Round in 2018
THECOO, Inc. offers influencer planning and analysis tool for enterprise marketers, advertising agencies, and public relation company planners. The company offers its products and services under brand name iCON Suite, that make the value of influencer visible; iCon CAST, which connect YouTubers and companies; RIPPLY, an influence marketing platform; and fanicon, a membership-based fan community application. The company also carries out business, such as planning promotional measures for advertising companies, negotiating casting, and direction of measures. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

AlarmBox

Venture Round in 2018
Alarmbox, Inc. designs, develops, and manages risk management tool, which tracks the change in credit situation of a business. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Local Works

Venture Round in 2018
LOCALWORKS Create a world where SMEs can grow easily by creating trust through visualization of reliability and changing the mechanism.

Kotozna, Inc.

Venture Round in 2018
Kotozna, Inc. develops mobile application that provides real-time multi-language translation services. The company develops Kotozna Chat that provides real-time multi-language translation across different messaging platforms. The application enables international travelers and local businesses to chat with own devices on own messaging platform in own language. Kotozna, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Himuka AM Pharma

Venture Round in 2018
Himuka AM Pharma is a pharmaceutical company based in Miyazaki City, Japan, founded in February 2017. The company focuses on the research, development, and discovery of new drug seeds aimed at enhancing adrenomedullin, a peptide involved in various physiological processes. Through its innovative approach, Himuka AM Pharma seeks to contribute to advancements in medical treatments and improve health outcomes.

Perseus Proteomics

Venture Round in 2018
Perseus Proteomics Inc. operates as a drug discovery bio-venture company in Japan. It is involved in the antibody discovery, antibody engineering, target discovery, and functional protein expression business; and antibody research support activities comprising mouse hybridoma sequencing, recombinant protein production, and contract antibody research activities, as well as development, manufacture, and supply of antibody products. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Audiostock

Venture Round in 2018
Audiostock is a provider of background music and sound effects. They publish and sell sound materials created by music creators and artists. The company supports the "monetization of music creators" by supplying high-quality sound materials to the general public, video creators, and game developers. Audiostock has a direct contract with the artists so there is no need for copyright applications or additional costs.

CreoFuga

Venture Round in 2018
CreoFuga, now known as Audiostock Inc., is a company based in Okayama, Japan, that operates an online community platform tailored for music creators. Founded in October 2007, it serves as a space for amateur and semi-professional composers to present and share their music audios. The platform fosters collaboration and engagement among musicians, enabling them to showcase their work and connect with a wider audience.

Wonderplanet

Venture Round in 2018
Wonderplanet Inc. designs and develops native language applications and games for smart phones and tablets. It provides 2D and 3D games for iOS and android. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Nagoya, Japan.

A. I. Viewlife

Seed Round in 2018
A. I. Viewlife manufactures nursing robots that prevent personal information leakage and provides privacy protection. It aims to be a health solution company that utilizes deep data analysis and research results obtained from the equipment. The company is driven by a mission to provide Big Data collected from robots to specialized research institutes such as university hospitals to individuals and families as evidenced. A. I. Viewlife was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Blue Innovation

Venture Round in 2018
Blue Innovation Co., Ltd. engages in developing coastal monitoring systems using drones, creating optimized drones and their components and applications. It provides services including security, indoor inspection, education & safety, entertainment, and logistics based on its infrastructure platform. The company’s platform enables cooperation and coordination of multiple drones, and is the backbone for all solution service of the company. Blue innovation Co., Ltd. was founded in 1999 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

PREVENT

Seed Round in 2018
PREVENT Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Nagoya, Japan, focuses on the prevention of lifestyle-related diseases through advanced medical data analysis. The company has developed Mystar, a mobile application designed to support patients with conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases. Mystar enables users to log their health data, communicate with healthcare providers, and access educational materials aimed at improving lifestyle habits. Additionally, PREVENT offers Myscope, a tool that analyzes health examination data to simulate potential health improvements. By leveraging technology and research, PREVENT aims to enhance health promotion and disease management for its users.

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.

Cyfuse Biomedical

Venture Round in 2017
Cyfuse Biomedical develops tissue fabrication systems and cell-based products in Japan and internationally. The company offers 3D BioFabrication systems and related consumables; develops and licenses 3D tissue products for therapeutic and drug development use; and engages in contract manufacturing of 3D tissue products for research purposes. Its products applications include blood vessel grafts for blood access of hemodialysis patients or coronary artery bypass grafts; cardiac grafts for drug toxicology screening or supplemental therapy of myocardial infarction; cartilage grafts for plastic surgery or reconstruction; and hepatocyte grafts for drug metabolism screening or in-vivo production of clotting factors in the treatment of hemophilia. Cyfuse Biomedical was founded in 2010 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

StemRIM

Venture Round in 2017
StemRIM is a biotechnology company based in Ibaraki, Japan, founded in 2006. The company specializes in the development of regeneration-guided medicines aimed at treating challenging diseases such as epidermolysis bullosa, cerebral infarction, and myocardial infarction. StemRIM's innovative approach involves mobilizing the body's own stem cells to target injured or diseased tissues without the need for extraction. Their product portfolio includes PJ1 regeneration induction medicine using HMGB1 peptides, PJ2 and PJ3 regeneration-inducing drugs and proteins, as well as the PJ4 therapeutic autologous cell collection device and PJ5 stem cell gene therapy technology. Through its research and development efforts, StemRIM seeks to advance the field of regenerative medicine and provide effective treatment options for patients with intractable conditions.

Tokiwa Bio

Venture Round in 2017
Tokiwa Bio Inc. is a company based in Tsukuba, Japan, that specializes in the manufacture and sale of drugs associated with regenerative medicine and gene therapy. Founded in 2014, the company develops biopharmaceuticals, antibody drugs, and research reagents. Tokiwa Bio focuses on advancing therapeutic solutions that harness the potential of regenerative medicine, aiming to contribute to healthcare innovation and improvement.

Gojo & Company

Venture Round in 2017
Gojo & Company Inc. is a holding company based in Tokyo, Japan, that operates through its subsidiaries, including Microfinance Delta International and Sejaya Micro Credit, to provide microfinance services. Founded in 2014, the company aims to enhance financial inclusion by focusing on developing countries. Gojo supports the formalization and growth of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises, with the long-term objective of delivering high-quality, affordable financial services to over 100 million unserved and underserved individuals across more than 50 countries by 2030. As of now, Gojo has established a presence in Cambodia, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and India, employing over 3,400 individuals and serving more than 570,000 women, many of whom are mothers.

Thinca

Venture Round in 2017
Thinca co.,Ltd. provides information technology system planning, development, and operation services for cloud based products. The company offers computer technology integration and consulting services. It also provides hospitality telephone service development which Integrates telephone and fax partially with the computer system. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

UNIFINITY

Venture Round in 2017
UNIFINITY Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing mobile application platforms tailored for corporate use. Founded in 2006 and originally known as Cresco Communications Co., Ltd., the company rebranded in February 2014 to reflect its focus on providing businesses with effective mobile solutions. UNIFINITY's platform facilitates the seamless integration of mobile applications, enabling organizations to enhance their operational efficiency and communication. Through its services, UNIFINITY aims to support businesses in leveraging mobile technology to meet their specific needs.

AlarmBox

Venture Round in 2017
Alarmbox, Inc. designs, develops, and manages risk management tool, which tracks the change in credit situation of a business. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

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.

Unified Service

Venture Round in 2017
Unified Service introduces advanced technologies and services from Europe and the United States to the Japanese market.

GROWTH VERSE

Venture Round in 2017
GROWTH VERSE, operated by Supreme System Co., Ltd., is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2000 that specializes in IT consulting and software development services. The firm focuses on the planning, development, and sales of database marketing software, offering innovative marketing automation tools that assist businesses in managing campaigns and analyzing customer data. Its platform enables real-time processing of big data, facilitating improved decision-making and enhanced marketing strategies. By providing comprehensive IT installation support and tailored marketing services, GROWTH VERSE aims to empower organizations to effectively harness digital and real data for their operational needs.

Studist

Venture Round in 2017
Studist Corporation, founded in 2010 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing a cloud-based documentation tool designed to enhance knowledge sharing within businesses. The company has developed the platform "Teachme Biz," which enables the creation and management of standard work procedure manuals using images and videos. This platform facilitates the instant delivery and browsing of manuals, allowing employees to easily create and share business documentation by selecting visuals and adding descriptions. Studist aims to address the challenges of information transmission loss in enterprises, promoting a more efficient exchange of knowledge and fostering an environment where intellectual contributions are accessible to all.

Ficha

Venture Round in 2017
Ficha Inc. develops and sells image recognition software for car cameras. It provides object detection software for Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). The company also provides Driver Monitoring System (DMS), a system for monitoring the driver's driving condition with an in-vehicle camera to prevent dangerous driving and accidents. Ficha Inc. was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Cajon

Venture Round in 2017
Cajon Co., Ltd. offers digital advertising, consulting, media management business, and human resource development services. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

dandoli-works

Venture Round in 2017
Dandori Work is a construction company

Amazia

Venture Round in 2016
Amazia,inc. plans, operates, and manages manga applications worldwide. It offers Manga BANG!, a service that accommodates new reading, masterpieces, and works of various genres for users; and Manga Epic!, a manga posting service that allows manga artists to read a work by various people. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Kataribe

Venture Round in 2016
Kataribe,Inc. offers search engine operations and content marketing services. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Blue Innovation

Venture Round in 2016
Blue Innovation Co., Ltd. engages in developing coastal monitoring systems using drones, creating optimized drones and their components and applications. It provides services including security, indoor inspection, education & safety, entertainment, and logistics based on its infrastructure platform. The company’s platform enables cooperation and coordination of multiple drones, and is the backbone for all solution service of the company. Blue innovation Co., Ltd. was founded in 1999 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Wefabrik

Seed Round in 2016
WEFABRIK Inc. owns and operates an online B2B (Business to Business) flea marketplace for textile and fashion industry. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Osaka, Japan.

SpeakBUDDY

Venture Round in 2016
SpeakBUDDY is a web / mobile app development company that believes in "creating something that shouldn't be there now, not something you've seen before". Ourselves solved the difficult English learning problems and released “A serious English conversation! "Lapping English" and "Last English Learning! Two works of “Majitan” have won the first place in the AppStore rankings.

EdiGENE Inc.

Seed Round in 2016
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.

Dream Fastener

Venture Round in 2016
Dream Fastener is Consultant on the development of new products and customer development in the field of medical devices, guidance.