Global Brain

Global Brain is a Tokyo-based venture capital firm founded in 1998, specializing in early-stage investments across various sectors, including e-commerce, software, gaming, media, IoT, education, entertainment, and fintech. The firm has expanded its investment activities to the US and Asia, targeting series A-stage technology companies. Since its inception, Global Brain has invested in approximately 30 companies, achieving seven initial public offerings and seven mergers and acquisitions. The firm supports its portfolio companies by providing not only capital but also strategic guidance, partnerships, and team-building resources to help them reach their milestones. Global Brain is particularly adept in e-commerce, operating a platform called EC-PLANET, which encompasses several group companies, including a large online sports goods store and a logistics firm offering comprehensive fulfillment services. This network, along with Global Brain's connections to established Japanese companies, facilitates market entry for US and Asian businesses into Japan.

Kaori Akiba

Principal, Corporate Management Group

Tatsunori Arai

Director, Investment Group

Megumi Asatsuma

Corporate Management Group, Director

Anjani Bansal

Partner, India Office Representative

Brooke Beers

Partner

Takuji Chida

Director, Investment Groups

Hogil Doh

General Partner, Investment Group

Thomas Duong

Principal

Brian Flucht

Partner and Head, US Division

Daisuke Furukawa

Venture Partner

Hajime Furuya

Venture Partner

Kenji Hayashi

Principal, Investment Group

Shohei Hayashi

Partner

Harue Hayashi

Partner and Vice Chief Fund Management Officer

Yosuke Hirai

Director

Joopyo Hong

Partner Investment Group

Naoki Horie

Principal, Investment Group

Jang Hyeokjin

Principal, Investment Group

Shohei Ichimiya

Partner, US Office

Nozomu Ikuta

Principal

Kotona Inaida

Director, Fund Management Group

Tomoaki Ishikure

Investment Group Partner

Yoshinari Ito

Venture Partner

Yuki Ito

Director

Hiroyuki Izumi

Partner, Investment Group

Ken Kajii

General Partner, Investment Group

Naoki Kamimaeda

Partner and Europe Division Head

Masaru Kaneshiro

Principal

Daisuke Kashiro

Partner, Investment Group

Kirin Kato

Principal

Takashi Kato

Partner, San Francisco Office Representative

Masaya Kawakami

Partner

Hiroyuki Kawamoto

Principal

Ko Kawaragi

Director

Maiko Kayata

Principal

ByeongJin Kim

Principal, Fund Management Group

Jungyong Kim

Principal, Investment Group

Riichiro Kimura Ph.D

Director, Investment Group

Kenta Kitsuka

General Partner

Issei Kokubu

Principal, Investment Group

Yoshiomi Kubota

Principal

Jinya Kurita

Director

KyungHun Lee

Partner, South Korea Office Representative

YingQi Liang(Joy)

Principal, Investment Group

Chukaku Lin

Principal

Atsushi Matsuda

Venture Partner

Akira Matsumoto

Principal, Investment Group

Natsumi Matsuoka

Principal

Hiroshi Mihayashi

Principal

Tomoko Minagawa

Director, Investment Group

Ai Minamizaki

Principal, Investment Group

Shigeru Mitarai

Principal

Kazuhiko Miyama

General Partner

Shuhei Mori

Principal

Seiichiro Mukai

Director

Satoko Murata

Principal, Investment Group

Kohtaro Nagawa

Director, Investment Group

Tasuke Nakagawa

Partner / M&A

Mitsutaka Nakao

Principal, Investment Group

Shien Nakayama

Director, Investment Group

Yuya Namiki

Director

Ying Jian Ng

Director, Investment Group

Daisuke Nishida

Partner, Investment Group

Akiko Noguchi

Director, Corporate Management Group

Rina Obi

Investment Director

Sho Ohtani

Principal, Investment Group

Tetsui Okada

Director, Investments Group

Mayu Okamoto

Principal

Akane Okuyama

Director

Shingo Otaki

Partner, Investment Group

Naoki Sadakuni

Venture Partner

Enen Sai

Principal, Fund Management Group

Kazuki Sakuragawa

Partner and Editor in Chief, Corporate Management Group

Masumi Sato

Principal

Naoki Sato

Principal, Investment Group

Tomoki Sekiguchi

Principal

Rie Shibata

Director, Fund Management Group

Takeru Shigemura

Director

Miku Shimamura

Principal

Hiroshi Shimazu

Managing Director

Masamune Shin

General Partner, Investment Group

Ayu Shinoyama

CFO and Board Member

Chisa Shinsakaue

Director

Divyansh Singh

Principal

Hiroto Sorita

Director, Investment Group

Sachiko Sugiura

Principal

Yusuke Suzuki

Partner

Kazumo Tachibana

Director

Mana Takabayashi

Director, Investment Group

Hiroki Takai

Director, Investment Group London Office

Toko Takao

Principal

Hideyuki Tanaka

Principal

Marika Tazaki

Partner

Hirotaka Togashi

Director, Investment Group

Haruka Tsujii

Principal

Atsushi Ueda

Principal, Investment Group

Takuya Ukai

Principal, Investment Group

Tetsuya Urimoto

Director, Investment Group

Noriko Usui

Partner and Chief Fund Management Officer

Keita Washizu

Principal

Hirokazu Watanabe

Partner

Keita Wazhizu

Principal, Investment Group

Masao Yamada

Senior Partner, Investment Groups

Kazunori Yamaguchi

Partner, Investment Group

Ryozo Yamamoto

Partner, Investment Group

Michiko Yamazaki

Principal, Investment Group

Isao Yasuda

Senior Partner

Takuro Yoda

Principal, Investment Group

Sayaka Yoshino

Director

Miku Yoshio

Partner, Investment Group

Yasuhiko Yurimoto

Founder and President and CEO & Board Member

Miyazawa Yusuke

Venture Partner

Lusheng Zou

Director, Investment Group

Past deals in Asia Pacific

Kyoto Fusioneering

Series C in 2023
Developer of a fusion technology intended to offer technical assistance to accelerate the practical realization of fusion energy. The company's technology offers liquid metal, molten salt, tritium treatment systems, high-frequency microwave gyrotron, fusion energy and exhaust systems, and is focused on developing advanced technologies for commercial fusion reactors, including gyrotron systems, tritium fuel cycle technologies and breeding blankets for tritium production and power generation, enabling companies to eliminate carbon dioxide emissions.

AI Silk

Series B in 2023
AI Silk are innovative conductive fibers produced with a dyeing technique. By using natural silk and giving conductivity to the fiber itself, They have succeeded in producing electrodes that reduce some of the risks and challenges of conventional medical electrodes, which can cause discomfort, skin and in vivo inflammation, and measurement failure due to sweat or other elements. Their brand, AI Silk, is a new material that has strong and diverse application potential, even beyond the health / medical field.

Fast Beauty

Series A in 2023
Operator of a hair color specialty store intended to provide hairstyling-related services. The company specializes in hair coloring and leverages direct insights to create beauty products and services, enabling customers to be treated with professional techniques and minimizing hair damage.

Sorajima

Series C in 2023
Operator of a webtoon production studio intended for animation. The company offers to animate the current favorites from the movie and television world, enabling individuals to enjoy their superstars in the animated version.

PartnerSuccess

Venture Round in 2022
PartnerSuccess, Inc. operates as a cloud service that automates the collaboration between manufacturers and distributors. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Laboro.AI

Series A in 2022
Laboro AI Inc is a Provider of developing business solutions using artificial intelligence technology intended to connect technology and business. The company also provides consulting services related to the utilization of artificial intelligence which includes planning, introduction, and execution support for AI utilization.

Josys

Series A in 2022
Josys is an integrated management service focused on IT devices and software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions that streamline corporate IT operations. By automating traditionally manual processes, Josys enhances operational efficiency while reducing costs and bolstering security measures. The company's platform provides real-time monitoring and reporting on application usage, offering insights into license consumption and user engagement. Additionally, it automates employee onboarding and offboarding processes and monitors for access violations and security risks. This comprehensive approach enables IT departments to improve service availability, performance, and reliability, ultimately contributing to more favorable business outcomes for various organizations.

Tailor

Seed Round in 2022
Tailor is a Headless ERP that enables businesses to create their own customized ERP with no coding.

Docquity

Series C in 2022
Docquity Holdings PTE Limited is a Singapore-based company that has developed a mobile application designed for physicians to connect and share experiences in real time. Founded in 2013, the platform facilitates clinical discussions, continuing medical education, peer consultations, and medico-legal support in a secure environment. It provides doctors with access to real-world medical experiences and clinical cases, enabling them to engage with trusted peers while earning accredited continuing medical education credits from recognized medical institutions. By fostering a continual learning network, Docquity aims to enhance healthcare practices globally through collaboration and knowledge sharing among medical professionals.

Patra

Series D in 2022
PATRA is a marketplace that sells multiple corporate brand products produced by influencers in addition to brands originating in-house. PATRA provides a trend media for women who sends the latest in girl trends, watched by more than one million women in the middle of Instagram.

Estate Technologies

Series B in 2022
Estate Technologies Inc. operates a sophisticated platform that analyzes real estate price, life, and risk from a multi-layered perspective. Founded in 2019 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the company offers tools such as the Dr. Asset Checker, which provides real-time property value analysis, and the Dr. Asset Recommender, which suggests potential property purchases. Utilizing artificial intelligence, the platform collects data on comparable properties by considering factors like room size, proximity to transit, and property age, allowing users to derive objective and detailed insights from extensive property data. In addition to its analytical tools, Estate Technologies provides information system design, development, and consulting services that integrate IT technology with real estate expertise.

WRAY

Series A in 2022
WRAY inc., a women's healthcare D2C company, develops and manufactures PMS countermeasure products, such as PMS countermeasure supplements. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Minato, Japan.

Smart Bank

Series A in 2022
Smart Bank is a software company focused on financial management through its innovative expense management application. The firm has created a prepaid card designed to help users control their spending by preventing overuse. The accompanying app provides a user-friendly interface that allows individuals to easily monitor their balance and track their expenses in real-time. This combination of tools enables users to make informed decisions about their spending and saving habits, promoting better financial management and a more secure financial future.

Voicy

Venture Round in 2022
Voicy, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that operates a mobile voice news application. The platform recruits media personalities and news organizations to deliver the latest news in an engaging format, allowing users to receive updates from familiar voices. By managing a voice distribution network, Voicy aims to provide innovative audio content that combines information dissemination with entertainment. The application enhances user experience by creating a unique blend of news and personality, leveraging voice technology to deliver timely information.

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.

SANU

Series A in 2022
Operator of a lifestyle brand intended to create a society in which people and nature co-exist. The company develops a hotel and residence platform that offers a monthly subscription and proposes a lifestyle with another house in nature, enabling people to enjoy the lifestyle of going to nature repeatedly as an extension of their daily life-based in the city.

Mazin

Series A in 2022
Provider of research and development of smart factory system services intended to solve the shortage of technicians. The company specializes in the use of artificial intelligence that automates machining operations and the development of industrial IoT service that measures the conversion of factories, enabling factories to function efficiently.

HataLuck

Series C in 2022
Developer of a store management platform designed to solve the problems faced by service industries. The company's platform utilizes machine learning technology to contribute to the productivity improvement of managers, employees, and part-timers of in-store services such as restaurants and retail by seamlessly connecting and analyzing data, enabling retail stores to improve customer experience and employee satisfaction levels.

KAUCHE

Series B in 2022
Developer of a social commerce application designed to help users to shop together. The company's application employs a group buying model where customers are asked to bring in other users in order to purchase a product or service, enabling users to buy products at a discount by inviting friends, family, and others.

Super Studio

Series C in 2022
Provider of D2C consulting services specializing in product planning and development. The company provides consulting services concentrating on product manufacturing, sales promotion activities, supply chain optimization, and CRM after-sales as well as offering an enterprise collaboration platform for sales and marketing, enabling businesses to maximize their revenue and customer experience.

Pan for You

Series B in 2022
Pan For You is a Food & Beverage Company. We deliver delicious bread from all over the world with our unique freezing technology and propose a lifestyle where you can enjoy freshly baked bread anytime.

Gaudiy

Series B in 2022
Gaudiy Inc. provides application development and consulting services through block chain technology. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

MOV

Series C in 2022
Mov is a Web Design company.

DoctorMate

Series B in 2022
DoctorMate is a service designed to enhance medical care within long-term nursing facilities by facilitating online consultations with doctors. The platform aims to alleviate the risks and burdens associated with medical care in nursing homes, allowing healthcare providers to focus on daily caregiving tasks. Additionally, DoctorMate offers a nighttime on-call service staffed by nurses, ensuring that residents have access to healthcare support around the clock. This approach helps minimize unnecessary hospital visits while promoting a more efficient and effective care system for patients in nursing facilities.

Beatrust

Series A in 2022
Beatrust Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2020 that develops a collaboration application designed to enhance employee connectivity and collaboration within organizations. The platform enables employees to search for and access information about their colleagues, including skills, experiences, work content, and hobbies. By facilitating a better understanding of coworkers' capabilities, Beatrust aims to accelerate collaboration and drive innovation among teams.

Craif

Series B in 2022
Icaria's mission is to create a new society in which people will not lose their lives by using urine tests to provide "early, painless and accurate early diagnosis of cancer."It is known that detecting cancer early increases the survival rate 5 to 10 times and greatly improves the prognosis. However, it is not unusual for many cancers to have no subjective symptoms, and when they become aware they have progressed to a stage where treatment is impossible. The most effective way to detect cancer at an early stage that can be treated is to have regular and high-precision cancer diagnosis, but existing cancer diagnosis is painful and However, many of them are not accurate enough and are not suitable for regular diagnosis and early stage diagnosis.

Ac-Planta

Venture Round in 2022
Ac-Planta Inc. is an agricultural biotechnology company based in Bunkyo, Japan, established in 2018. The company focuses on researching, manufacturing, and selling acetic acid-based biostimulants and agrochemicals designed to protect plants from adverse environmental conditions such as heat, drought, and salt damage. Among its product offerings is Skeepon, which caters to turf, agriculture, and home garden plants. Ac-Planta aims to address global food and environmental challenges by enhancing crop yields and quality, thereby contributing to solutions for food shortages and decreased agricultural production caused by climate change and abnormal weather patterns.

Mosh

Series B in 2022
Mosh, Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2017. It specializes in the development and management of internet-based business solutions. The company provides a marketplace that enables individuals to sell services online, primarily through smartphones. Mosh also offers web page creation services tailored for individual business owners, facilitating their online presence and service delivery.

DataMesh

Series B in 2022
Founded in 2014, DataMesh is a startup company that focuses on empowering first-line workers with Mixed Reality and AI. With DataMesh Digital Twin platform, we are changing how people work with new knowledge and data. We believe in a future where the digital world can perfectly match the real world to create unlimited potential.

QunaSys

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

Cloudpick

Series B in 2022
Yuna Technology is a high-tech enterprise specializing in the development of computer vision and artificial intelligence applications. The company is committed to leading the technological breakthrough of the core knowledge of artificial intelligence, and building an overall application solution for artificial intelligence and big data analysis in multiple industries.

HOKUTO

Series C in 2022
HOKUTO is an Information providing service about job offers.

Airmeet

Series B in 2022
Airmeet serves as an all-in-one virtual events platform for event organizers, marketers, community builders, and enterprises. With a core focus on creating the interactive and immersive virtual events platform for knowledge professionals, Airmeet’s scalable platform supports a variety of event formats including fairs, expos, meetups, workshops, summits, town halls, and more, virtually. The company was founded in 2019 and headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka.

iCare

Series E in 2022
iCARE Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2011 that specializes in health management systems. It operates a cloud-based platform designed to manage and store health information for employees. iCARE is recognized as the leading health and labor cloud service in Japan, catering to the needs of both small and medium-sized enterprises experiencing workforce challenges, as well as large corporations seeking to expand globally. The company's focus on health consulting and the development of effective health management solutions positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of employee health services.

Kyoto Fusioneering

Series B in 2022
Developer of a fusion technology intended to offer technical assistance to accelerate the practical realization of fusion energy. The company's technology offers liquid metal, molten salt, tritium treatment systems, high-frequency microwave gyrotron, fusion energy and exhaust systems, and is focused on developing advanced technologies for commercial fusion reactors, including gyrotron systems, tritium fuel cycle technologies and breeding blankets for tritium production and power generation, enabling companies to eliminate carbon dioxide emissions.

DAIZ

Series C in 2022
DAIZ Inc. is a company based in Kumamoto, Japan, specializing in the production and supply of plant-based meat alternatives. Founded in 2015, DAIZ focuses on the research and development, as well as the manufacturing and sale of raw materials derived from germinated soybeans. The company aims to provide plant-based substitutes for traditional meat dishes, offering consumers a healthy and cruelty-free alternative. Through its innovative use of soybean-derived functional substances, DAIZ contributes to the growing demand for sustainable and nutritious food options.

Tribeau

Series B in 2022
Tribeau Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that operates a dedicated application for cosmetic surgery. The platform focuses on enhancing the experience of women seeking aesthetic treatments by connecting them with a network of cosmetic surgery experts. Tribeau serves as a word-of-mouth resource for individuals interested in cosmetic surgeries, cosmetic dermatology, and orthodontics, particularly for services not covered by health insurance. The application aims to support users in making informed decisions regarding their aesthetic choices by providing access to expert insights and community experiences.

estie

Series A in 2022
estie, inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018, that specializes in designing and developing an online platform tailored for the real estate industry. The company offers a software as a service (SaaS) solution aimed at enhancing the commercial real estate sector by digitalizing information and transaction processes. By providing innovative software tools, estie enables clients to access valuable insights and make informed, data-driven decisions in their real estate dealings.

Veritas In Silico

Series C in 2021
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.

Asoview

Series E in 2021
ASOVIEW Inc. develops and operates an online leisure booking website. The company provides booking services for weekend leisure activities like skydiving and rafting. The company was formerly known as catarizm Co.,Ltd. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Workstyletech

Series A in 2021
Workstyletech is supporting employees to create an enviroment where they can thrive and fulfill their dreams. With its unique service using HR technology and data, Workstyletech helps companies around the world to create a culture that fosters each and every employee's confidence.

SOFT GEAR

Series B in 2021
Softgear is an one-stop services from technol.ogy development for online content to online game development / operational development.

Two Cells

Series B in 2021
Two Cells is a Tokyo-based company founded in April 2003 that focuses on the research and development of regenerative medicine. The company specializes in using mesenchymal stem cells to regenerate tissues and organs that cannot naturally heal. Its approach involves extracting these stem cells, expanding their numbers outside the body, and then transplanting them back into the patient. This innovative method aims to provide patients with new treatment options through advancements in regenerative technology.

Lisse

Venture Round in 2021
Lisse, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in automatic contract review solutions. The company offers an artificial intelligence-enabled service designed to enhance the legal capabilities of users, ranging from individuals managing their own legal affairs to seasoned professionals. By simplifying the contract review process, Lisse aims to mitigate risks associated with business activities and transactions, thereby contributing to the overall improvement of legal standards within the country.

manebi

Venture Round in 2021
manebi is an Career development support platform business to support human transformation.

KAUCHE

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of a social commerce application designed to help users to shop together. The company's application employs a group buying model where customers are asked to bring in other users in order to purchase a product or service, enabling users to buy products at a discount by inviting friends, family, and others.

Touch To Go

Series B in 2021
Operator of unmanned payment stores intended to eliminate labor shortage. The company offers full-scale commercialization of unmanned artificial intelligence payment stores that solves solve issues such as labor shortages at retail stores and maintenance of regional stores, thus improving customer service, reforming employee work styles.

DAIZ

Venture Round in 2021
DAIZ Inc. is a company based in Kumamoto, Japan, specializing in the production and supply of plant-based meat alternatives. Founded in 2015, DAIZ focuses on the research and development, as well as the manufacturing and sale of raw materials derived from germinated soybeans. The company aims to provide plant-based substitutes for traditional meat dishes, offering consumers a healthy and cruelty-free alternative. Through its innovative use of soybean-derived functional substances, DAIZ contributes to the growing demand for sustainable and nutritious food options.

Yoii

Seed Round in 2021
Provider of funding services intended to help companies grow. The company analyzes past sales data and predicts future sales that are future receivables and enables procurement of growth funds and uses future debt to turn future sales into current cash, providing businesses with financial access to that are unable to reach the existing financial system or do not want to choose existing means.

Girasol Energy

Seed Round in 2021
Girasol Energy Inc. develops PPLC, an IoT platform for photovoltaic plant. The company develops and installs sensor networks. Its cloud engine collects and presents data break down in to single panel-level, and locates abnormals automatically by applying PV A.I. engine. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Pale Blue

Series A in 2021
Pale Blue Inc. manufactures thrusters for microsatellites. The company offers water propulsion systems, including water resistojet thruster, water ion thrusters, and hybrid thrusters for satellites. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Kashiwa, Japan.

Fast Doctor

Series A in 2021
FastDOCTOR is a subsidy system for infants and compulsory Education.

JX Press

Series C in 2021
JX Press Corporation, founded in 2008 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates as a virtual news agency. The company specializes in the development and provision of news article analysis and distribution networks, particularly through its application, Vingow XWire. JX Press offers the FASTALERT service, which delivers breaking news bulletins related to urgent incidents, such as accidents and natural disasters, utilizing artificial intelligence. This service is connected to all major television broadcast stations in Japan, including NHK, and the majority of local stations, making it a key player in the media landscape. Additionally, the company's consumer app, NewsDigest, is the largest news bulletin app in Japan, with over one million downloads. It is recognized for its AI-driven capabilities that automatically detect and disseminate newsworthy information. JX Press also collaborates with significant stakeholders in the media industry, enhancing its role as a provider of computerized news reporting to major media groups in Japan.

Smart Bank

Seed Round in 2021
Smart Bank is a software company focused on financial management through its innovative expense management application. The firm has created a prepaid card designed to help users control their spending by preventing overuse. The accompanying app provides a user-friendly interface that allows individuals to easily monitor their balance and track their expenses in real-time. This combination of tools enables users to make informed decisions about their spending and saving habits, promoting better financial management and a more secure financial future.

DoctorMate

Series A in 2021
DoctorMate is a service designed to enhance medical care within long-term nursing facilities by facilitating online consultations with doctors. The platform aims to alleviate the risks and burdens associated with medical care in nursing homes, allowing healthcare providers to focus on daily caregiving tasks. Additionally, DoctorMate offers a nighttime on-call service staffed by nurses, ensuring that residents have access to healthcare support around the clock. This approach helps minimize unnecessary hospital visits while promoting a more efficient and effective care system for patients in nursing facilities.

Reiwa Travel

Seed Round in 2021
Reiwa Trave is a digital travel agency intended that optimizes overseas travel. The company's platform uses online travel booking tools that provide digitalized contracts along with trip management, thereby enabling its customers' vacation and leisure experiences.

Ginkan

Venture Round in 2021
GINKAN, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in blockchain technology and artificial intelligence to create a platform for restaurant recommendations. Its primary offering, SynchroLife, allows users to earn cryptocurrency token rewards for posting restaurant reviews and dining experiences, thus incentivizing quality contributions. GINKAN has received recognition for its innovative approach, having won multiple awards, including the best domestic fintech company at Plug and Play Japan and the Grand Prix at the MUFG Digital Accelerator. The company's focus on merging technology with user engagement aims to enhance the dining experience while providing tangible rewards for participation. Additionally, GINKAN operates Festar, a dating application, further expanding its portfolio in technology-driven social platforms.

WHYNOT Media

Series C in 2021
WHYNOT Media Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company established in 2016 that specializes in developing and operating a video content streaming platform. The company focuses on producing and distributing a variety of entertainment content, including web series, short films, and web dramas. Notable titles in its portfolio include "Secret Crushes," "Always a Boyfriend," "Never a Boyfriend," and "Office Watch." By tailoring its content to fit specific cultural backgrounds, WHYNOT Media aims to enhance viewer engagement and accessibility, thereby creating a diverse range of entertainment options for its audience.

EditForce

Series A in 2021
EditForce Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Fukuoka, Japan, founded in 2015. The company specializes in genome editing alternatives and offers advanced tools for RNA molecule editing, utilizing pentatricopeptide repeat (PPR) protein engineering technologies. EditForce's innovations focus on manipulating nucleic acids, specifically DNA and RNA, to facilitate research and development in various fields, including biological research, medicine, agriculture, and bio-production. Their technology allows for precise targeting of base sequences in nucleic acids, enabling significant advancements in drug development and seed research.

Axelspace

Series C in 2021
Axelspace Corporation is a Tokyo-based company specializing in the design, manufacture, and sale of micro-satellites and their components. Founded in 2008, Axelspace develops various micro-satellite projects, including GRUS, a remote-sensing satellite aimed at creating an Earth observation constellation, and WNISAT-1, which monitors sea ice distribution to enhance vessel navigation in polar regions. The company also produces essential micro-satellite components such as sensors for attitude determination, GPS receivers for positioning, and high-speed data transmitters. Axelspace's mission includes constructing a global monitoring platform that provides daily coverage at a low cost, ensuring clients have access to high-quality satellite imagery. In addition to its satellite technology, Axelspace arranges satellite launches and offers operational support, contributing to a broader understanding and utilization of micro-satellites in various applications.

Girasol Energy

Series A in 2021
Girasol Energy Inc. develops PPLC, an IoT platform for photovoltaic plant. The company develops and installs sensor networks. Its cloud engine collects and presents data break down in to single panel-level, and locates abnormals automatically by applying PV A.I. engine. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

WHYNOT Media

Series C in 2021
WHYNOT Media Co., Ltd. is a South Korean company established in 2016 that specializes in developing and operating a video content streaming platform. The company focuses on producing and distributing a variety of entertainment content, including web series, short films, and web dramas. Notable titles in its portfolio include "Secret Crushes," "Always a Boyfriend," "Never a Boyfriend," and "Office Watch." By tailoring its content to fit specific cultural backgrounds, WHYNOT Media aims to enhance viewer engagement and accessibility, thereby creating a diverse range of entertainment options for its audience.

Funds

Series C in 2021
Operator of an online peer-to-peer lending marketplace designed to connect individuals and lending companies. The company's platform connects individual investors who wish to manage their assets online to companies that borrow operating funds, enabling lenders to invest in middle-risk-middle return type financial instruments.

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.

Sixtypercent

Venture Round in 2021
Sixty Percent is an international fashion e-commerce platform that specializes in curating and offering a diverse selection of street brands from various countries, with a particular emphasis on Asian fashion. The platform enables customers to access a range of products, including casual, designer, and lifestyle brands, all at local prices. By focusing on these unique fashion offerings, Sixty Percent aims to provide consumers with a distinct shopping experience that highlights the creativity and trends of Asian streetwear.

Pan for You

Seed Round in 2021
Pan For You is a Food & Beverage Company. We deliver delicious bread from all over the world with our unique freezing technology and propose a lifestyle where you can enjoy freshly baked bread anytime.

DAIZ

Series B in 2021
DAIZ Inc. is a company based in Kumamoto, Japan, specializing in the production and supply of plant-based meat alternatives. Founded in 2015, DAIZ focuses on the research and development, as well as the manufacturing and sale of raw materials derived from germinated soybeans. The company aims to provide plant-based substitutes for traditional meat dishes, offering consumers a healthy and cruelty-free alternative. Through its innovative use of soybean-derived functional substances, DAIZ contributes to the growing demand for sustainable and nutritious food options.

Fermata

Venture Round in 2021
Fermata creates a community and start-up ecosystem to accelerate the development of the Femtech industry. The company was founded in 2019 and based in Meguro, Tokyo.

Upsider

Series B in 2021
We enable people to trust upsiders by organizing the world's B2B transactions.

Agrimedia

Venture Round in 2021
Agrimedia Corp., founded in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, focuses on connecting urban residents with idle farmland in suburban areas. The company offers field rental services that allow individuals to engage with agriculture, addressing the challenges posed by the aging farming population and the underutilization of farmland. By facilitating access to these spaces, Agrimedia enables city dwellers to own and operate farms, thereby promoting the regeneration of neglected agricultural land and enhancing community involvement in farming activities.

Terrace Mile

Series A in 2021
terasumile inc. offers cloud services for business management in agriculture called RightARM. The company enables work recording, document creation, and provides data analysis. The company caters to municipalities, regional trading companies, financial institutions, and agricultural corporations. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Miyazaki, Japan.

Psychic VR Lab

Venture Round in 2021
Psychic VR Lab is a startup company that handles fashion VR and MR shopping service STYLY. They are creating a future where they will live in space.

TalentX

Series B in 2021
MyRefer, Inc. is a company that designs and develops a platform aimed at enhancing the planning, development, management, and operation of referral adoption services through HR technology. Operating under the brand name MyRefer, the platform facilitates the activation of referral programs. In addition to its core services, the company also offers consultation and support related to hiring processes. Founded in 2018, MyRefer is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Aroma Bit

Venture Round in 2021
Aroma Bit, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that focuses on the development, production, and sales of electronic equipment, specifically compact odor imaging sensors. Recognizing the importance of the olfactory sense, which is frequently overlooked, Aroma Bit aims to capture and analyze scents through its innovative sensor technology. The company not only creates these advanced sensors but also develops unique services and products that utilize them, addressing the challenges of describing and understanding aromas in everyday life.

SWAT Mobility

Venture Round in 2021
SWAT Mobility’s vehicle-routing technology helps companies, transport operators and government agencies around the world solve complex transportation challenges. We are the first in Asia to run high-capacity vehicle pooling services that is both on-demand and dynamically-routed. We also have proven results in helping our clients reduce transportation costs, improve city connectivity and reduce traffic congestion woes. Our technology tops the industry Li & Lim's benchmark, and with our cutting-edge smart mobility optimisation engine, we are future-ready for the world of autonomous vehicles.

Ridge-i

Venture Round in 2021
Ridge-i Co., Ltd., founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in artificial intelligence and deep learning consulting and development services. The company offers tailored AI technology solutions designed to meet specific business needs. Ridge-i's expertise encompasses various phases of AI implementation, from consulting focused on machine learning and deep learning to the development of effective solutions. The firm is committed to delivering meaningful impact in business environments through its comprehensive understanding of AI technologies.

Noin

Venture Round in 2021
Noin, Inc. offers online content creation and media development services. The company also offers sales account management and social media management services for online businesses. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

kikitori

Seed Round in 2021
kikitori Co., Ltd. develops a platform that connects producers and consumers for food distribution. The company, through its platform, connects consumers with organic farmers. The company offers bando, an application that helps in daily collection and sales of material, order of material, and creation of related documents for transactions without using telephone, fax, and handwriting. The company also owns and operates fruit and vegetable stores. The company sells its products online and through the stores. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Tokyo, Japan

Fuller

Venture Round in 2021
Fuller, Inc. is a software development company based in Kashiwa-shi, Japan, specializing in mobile application and data analytics services. Founded in 2011, the company offers a range of products including App Ape Analytics, which provides app developers with insights into market trends, user demographics, and application performance. Additionally, Fuller offers App Ape Console, a tool that integrates with Google Analytics to help manage app metrics. Their product lineup also includes various mobile applications such as Joren, which converts websites into native apps; Smahospital, which assesses smartphone addiction; and multiple battery-saving apps. Other notable offerings include games like Ojisan and 2048 Puzzle, as well as utility apps like Mobile Bee for data management and QR Ojisan for scanning QR codes. Fuller's services cater to both individual developers and businesses seeking to enhance their mobile presence and analytics capabilities.

LetinAR

Series B in 2021
LetinAR Co., Ltd., founded in 2016 and based in Seoul, South Korea, specializes in the development of augmented reality (AR) smart glasses. The company has introduced innovative technology known as PinMR™ lens, which addresses common limitations of existing AR products, such as bulkiness and inadequate functionality. LetinAR's proprietary pin mirror technology reflects light from a microdisplay and directs it into users' pupils using the pinhole effect, allowing for enhanced optic control during AR experiences. By focusing on creating lightweight, user-friendly designs, LetinAR aims to provide a seamless integration of augmented reality into everyday life, effectively replacing traditional smartphone displays with advanced smart glasses.

iCare

Series D in 2020
iCARE Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2011 that specializes in health management systems. It operates a cloud-based platform designed to manage and store health information for employees. iCARE is recognized as the leading health and labor cloud service in Japan, catering to the needs of both small and medium-sized enterprises experiencing workforce challenges, as well as large corporations seeking to expand globally. The company's focus on health consulting and the development of effective health management solutions positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of employee health services.

KAUCHE

Seed Round in 2020
Developer of a social commerce application designed to help users to shop together. The company's application employs a group buying model where customers are asked to bring in other users in order to purchase a product or service, enabling users to buy products at a discount by inviting friends, family, and others.

The Chain Museum

Series A in 2020
The Chain Museum Co., Ltd. operates a unique art museum located within the commercial facility Newman Yokohama in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 2018, the museum focuses on curating a diverse range of artworks, featuring both renowned artists and emerging talents. Its exhibitions encompass various genres, including installations, paintings, and performing arts, providing a platform for artists to showcase their creations. The Chain Museum also emphasizes the integration of art and technology, facilitating connections between individuals and artists, and allowing visitors to experience a wide array of artistic styles from around the world.

Lanchester

Series A in 2020
Lanchester Co. Ltd., founded in 2007 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in web integration and web media services. The company operates the Engagement Application Platform (EAP), which delivers comprehensive marketing, customer relationship management, and e-commerce solutions. EAP's pricing model is based on the number of monthly active users rather than app downloads, reflecting its focus on user engagement. In addition to EAP, Lanchester offers a variety of services that encompass the planning, development, and operation of web and smartphone sites, as well as applications for both iOS and Android platforms.

Idein

Venture Round in 2020
Idein Inc. is a technology company based in Chiyoda, Japan, focused on developing a platform as a service that enables users to create their own Internet of Things (IoT) systems enhanced by advanced artificial intelligence analysis. Founded in 2015, Idein's platform features a dashboard, software development kit, and a marketplace, allowing for efficient data analysis and computational sensing. The company leverages recent advancements in pattern recognition and signal processing to develop machine learning models and accelerate inference processes, which can be executed on low-cost, commercially available edge devices. This approach minimizes concerns regarding data communication and privacy by processing data locally. Idein aims to democratize advanced sensing technologies, making them accessible for everyday use in households and businesses, thereby facilitating the construction and operation of efficient IoT services.

RevComm

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

Okan

Venture Round in 2020
Okan, Inc. is a food service company that specializes in delivering Japanese deli foods to both corporate clients and individual consumers. The company's mission is to enhance the lifestyle of workers by providing convenient access to quality Japanese cuisine. Through its delivery service, Okan aims to cater to the growing demand for diverse and healthy meal options in the workplace and beyond.

Upsider

Venture Round in 2020
We enable people to trust upsiders by organizing the world's B2B transactions.

Subsclife Inc.

Series B in 2020
Subsclife Inc. rents and sells furniture online. It offers sofas, chairs, tables, desks, storage furniture, kitchen storage products, TV boards, beds, dressers, rug cushions, interior goods, and office furniture. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. Subsclife Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Kamarq Holdings PTE.LTD.

manebi

Venture Round in 2020
manebi is an Career development support platform business to support human transformation.

SpeakBUDDY

Series B in 2020
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.

Base Food

Venture Round in 2020
BASE FOOD Inc. manufactures food products, such as pasta and spaghetti. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

PREVENT

Series B in 2020
PREVENT Inc. is a company based in Nagoya, Japan, founded in 2016, that focuses on the prevention and management of lifestyle-related diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and ischemic heart disease. The company has developed Mystar, a mobile application that supports patients by enabling them to log and monitor their health data, communicate with healthcare providers, and access educational resources tailored to improving lifestyle habits. Additionally, PREVENT offers Myscope, which analyzes health examination data to provide predictive simulations regarding disease progression and lifestyle modifications. By leveraging technology and medical expertise, PREVENT aims to empower individuals to take proactive steps in managing their health and reducing the risk of lifestyle-related diseases.

Roxx

Series B in 2020
ROXX Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in job placement services for musicians. Established in 2013 and formerly known as Scouter Inc. until its rebranding in July 2019, the company operates various products, including Back Check, a reference check service, and SARDINE, a cloud job database. ROXX focuses on facilitating career opportunities for musicians through its innovative platform and services, contributing to the development and operation of a comprehensive career platform tailored to the unique needs of the music industry.

Airporter

Series C in 2020
Airporter is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing luggage and baggage delivery services for travelers. Founded in November 2017, the company offers a convenient, low-cost solution for visitors to transport their luggage between their accommodations and the airport, ensuring same-day delivery. Customers can manage the entire process from order to payment through their smartphones, enhancing the user experience. Airporter aims to expand its business by forming partnerships with hotels and improving delivery systems. The company has also attracted significant investment, securing funding from notable investors such as BASE Partners, Monex Ventures, and Mizuho Capital.

Airporter

Series B in 2020
Airporter is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing luggage and baggage delivery services for travelers. Founded in November 2017, the company offers a convenient, low-cost solution for visitors to transport their luggage between their accommodations and the airport, ensuring same-day delivery. Customers can manage the entire process from order to payment through their smartphones, enhancing the user experience. Airporter aims to expand its business by forming partnerships with hotels and improving delivery systems. The company has also attracted significant investment, securing funding from notable investors such as BASE Partners, Monex Ventures, and Mizuho Capital.
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