Genesia Ventures

Genesia Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with additional offices in Jakarta, Indonesia, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The firm specializes in seed to pre-series stage investments, with a focus on new economy sectors, including digital media, artificial intelligence, robotics, and other frontier technologies. Genesia Ventures actively invests in startups across Japan and Southeast Asia, having supported over 80 companies in various industries such as SaaS, finance, healthcare, education, and entertainment. The firm also considers follow-on investments beyond series A for its existing portfolio companies, demonstrating a commitment to nurturing innovation and growth within the Asian market.

Masami Ichinohe

Associate

Masafum Kawai

Partner

Mizutani Koki

Investment Manager

Yuto Kono

Principal

Naoki Kurosaki

Investment Manager

Elsha Kwee

Investment Manager

Shunsuke Sagara

Investment Manager

Takahiro Suzuki

General Partner

Kim Dzung Hoang Thi

Associate

Past deals in ASEAN

Rey

Seed Round in 2022
Rey is a pioneering health and life insurance provider in Indonesia, established in 2021. It operates on a digital platform designed to offer comprehensive life, health, and critical illness insurance, distinguishing itself from traditional insurance models. Rey emphasizes a holistic approach to healthcare, integrating wellness and preventative care into its offerings while prioritizing the quality of services provided to its members. By leveraging technology, Rey aims to simplify the insurance experience, eliminating cumbersome paper processes and providing a personalized, data-driven approach. The company's mission is to transform the perception of insurance from a mere necessity into a desirable service that enhances the overall well-being of its users. Rey's diverse team is committed to reimagining the life and health insurance landscape in Indonesia, making it more accessible and aligned with the needs of its customers.

Manabie

Series A in 2022
Manabie International Ltd. provides online and offline education services for elementary, junior high, and high school students. The company offers a learning software, including Manabie Basic, that includes online class and mock exams; and Manabie Prime, that includes online class, mock exam, live tutoring, and online personal coaching. It provides Manabie Hub, which includes offline education services, such as 1-on-1 personal coaching. Manabie International Ltd. was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Singapore.

Selly

Seed Round in 2022
Selly is a platform to supply goods from manufacturers to people who need to sell without spending capital.

MoneyDuck

Seed Round in 2021
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Buymed

Series B in 2021
Buymed operates a digital pharmaceuticals distribution platform in Vietnam, known as Thuocsi.vn. Founded in 2018 and based in Ho Chi Minh City, the platform supplies a wide range of healthcare products, including medicines, cosmetics, medical devices, and supplements. It serves over 1,000 pharmacies and clinics across the country, offering detailed product information such as pricing and active ingredients. Additionally, Thuocsi.vn features a communication network that provides important updates, including product recalls. The company is recognized as a successful startup in the medical technology sector, attracting young talent eager to integrate advanced technology into healthcare solutions.

Vietcetera

Series A in 2021
Vietcetera Media is a media company based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, founded in 2016. It focuses on publishing online news content that covers a variety of topics, including business, lifestyle, culture, fashion, and entertainment. The company aims to connect modern Vietnam with a global audience by providing insightful briefings on Vietnamese affairs, society, and business. Through its digital platform, Vietcetera Media enables readers both within and outside Vietnam to stay informed about relevant events and trends, fostering a better understanding of the country.

KAMEREO

Series A in 2021
Kamereo LLP develops and operates B2B (Business-to-Business) purchasing and sourcing platform for restaurants in Vietnam. The company enables restaurants to simplify the manual works related to supplychain. Its services for restaurants includes finding a new supplier, tracking all orders, payments, and minimizing order process time. The company offers suppliers a marketplace to display products to chefs, owners, and purchasers in the Food and Beverage industry. Kamereo LLP was founded in 2018 and is based in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.

Finantier

Seed Round in 2021
Finantier operates an open finance platform that delivers essential infrastructure and data products for businesses in Southeast Asia. Founded in 2020 and based in Jakarta Selatan, Indonesia, the company enables institutions to access and enrich datasets from various financial sources, including banks and financial companies. Its platform facilitates services such as account integration, income and identity verification, and recurring payment management. By utilizing application programming interfaces (APIs), Finantier allows businesses to build advanced financial services that integrate consumer data from personal bank accounts, card details, loans, and mortgages. The company aims to position itself as a central player in the region's digital economy.

Vietcetera

Seed Round in 2021
Vietcetera Media is a media company based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, founded in 2016. It focuses on publishing online news content that covers a variety of topics, including business, lifestyle, culture, fashion, and entertainment. The company aims to connect modern Vietnam with a global audience by providing insightful briefings on Vietnamese affairs, society, and business. Through its digital platform, Vietcetera Media enables readers both within and outside Vietnam to stay informed about relevant events and trends, fostering a better understanding of the country.

Manabie

Seed Round in 2021
Manabie International Ltd. provides online and offline education services for elementary, junior high, and high school students. The company offers a learning software, including Manabie Basic, that includes online class and mock exams; and Manabie Prime, that includes online class, mock exam, live tutoring, and online personal coaching. It provides Manabie Hub, which includes offline education services, such as 1-on-1 personal coaching. Manabie International Ltd. was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Singapore.

Finantier

Seed Round in 2020
Finantier operates an open finance platform that delivers essential infrastructure and data products for businesses in Southeast Asia. Founded in 2020 and based in Jakarta Selatan, Indonesia, the company enables institutions to access and enrich datasets from various financial sources, including banks and financial companies. Its platform facilitates services such as account integration, income and identity verification, and recurring payment management. By utilizing application programming interfaces (APIs), Finantier allows businesses to build advanced financial services that integrate consumer data from personal bank accounts, card details, loans, and mortgages. The company aims to position itself as a central player in the region's digital economy.

Buymed

Seed Round in 2020
Buymed operates a digital pharmaceuticals distribution platform in Vietnam, known as Thuocsi.vn. Founded in 2018 and based in Ho Chi Minh City, the platform supplies a wide range of healthcare products, including medicines, cosmetics, medical devices, and supplements. It serves over 1,000 pharmacies and clinics across the country, offering detailed product information such as pricing and active ingredients. Additionally, Thuocsi.vn features a communication network that provides important updates, including product recalls. The company is recognized as a successful startup in the medical technology sector, attracting young talent eager to integrate advanced technology into healthcare solutions.

Manabie

Seed Round in 2020
Manabie International Ltd. provides online and offline education services for elementary, junior high, and high school students. The company offers a learning software, including Manabie Basic, that includes online class and mock exams; and Manabie Prime, that includes online class, mock exam, live tutoring, and online personal coaching. It provides Manabie Hub, which includes offline education services, such as 1-on-1 personal coaching. Manabie International Ltd. was incorporated in 2019 and is based in Singapore.

eDoctor

Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2014 , eDoctor technology company with the desire to build a health care system comprehensively through apps on your phone. They strive to perfect the most appropriate and convenient health solutions for their users. Currently, eDoctor has built up a large user community and become a trusted partner of hundreds of businesses in Vietnam. EDoctor application on smartphone / tablet provides the first active healthcare service in Vietnam. Based on information technology, the eDoctor application makes it easy to connect users and doctors anytime, anywhere. Users can use the app for health advice, medicine & clinics, and other health services.

Logisly

Seed Round in 2019
Logisly believes that industry 4.0 requires connectivity between the offline and online worlds. In the supply chain, technology will play a major role, not only in automating processes or reducing costs, but also providing in-depth data-based analysis for decision making and business operations.

MoneyDuck

Seed Round in 2019
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Mobilkamu

Series A in 2019
Mobilkamu is an online car financing platform based in South Jakarta, Indonesia, founded in 2015. The company specializes in curating the best financing deals for consumers, facilitating the selection and purchase of vehicles. By integrating technology with high-quality customer service, Mobilkamu aims to provide a comprehensive solution for car buyers in Jakarta, streamlining the financing process and enhancing the overall car buying experience.

Bobobox Indonesia

Seed Round in 2019
PT Bobobox Mitra Indonesia is a hospitality company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Bandung, Indonesia. It offers innovative accommodation services designed for travelers and millennial adventurers, allowing them to stay in a more efficient and comfortable manner. In addition to its core services, Bobobox also provides franchise opportunities, enabling others to join its expanding network. The company aims to create spaces where travelers can rest and recharge, catering to the needs of modern commuters and explorers.

KAMEREO

Seed Round in 2019
Kamereo LLP develops and operates B2B (Business-to-Business) purchasing and sourcing platform for restaurants in Vietnam. The company enables restaurants to simplify the manual works related to supplychain. Its services for restaurants includes finding a new supplier, tracking all orders, payments, and minimizing order process time. The company offers suppliers a marketplace to display products to chefs, owners, and purchasers in the Food and Beverage industry. Kamereo LLP was founded in 2018 and is based in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.

Homedy.com

Venture Round in 2018
Homedy Limited operates an online real estate portal in Vietnam. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Hanoi, Vietnam.

Docquity

Series A in 2018
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.

Luxstay

Series A in 2018
Luxstay Vietnam Company Limited operates an online homestay-booking platform, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Hanoi City. The platform specializes in short-term rentals across various locations, including Hoan Kiem, Ba Dinh, and Thanh Xuan. Luxstay focuses on providing guests with unique local travel experiences and prioritizes the quality of rentals over quantity, offering stylish and private accommodations as alternatives to traditional hotels. The company's clientele includes local families, international travelers, and business professionals seeking personalized service and value. For homeowners, Luxstay presents an opportunity to generate passive income while ensuring their properties are well-managed and maintained, providing peace of mind that their homes are secure and appealing to guests.

Qoala

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Qoala is an insurtech company based in Jakarta Selatan, Indonesia, founded in 2018. The company provides online insurance services for various needs, including coverage for flight and train delays, phone screen damages, and e-commerce logistics. By utilizing big data, machine learning, IoT, and blockchain technology, Qoala aims to transform the insurance landscape in Indonesia. It collaborates with major e-commerce and travel platforms to improve customer experience through its innovative insurance products.

Docquity

Series A in 2017
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.

Luxstay

Seed Round in 2017
Luxstay Vietnam Company Limited operates an online homestay-booking platform, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Hanoi City. The platform specializes in short-term rentals across various locations, including Hoan Kiem, Ba Dinh, and Thanh Xuan. Luxstay focuses on providing guests with unique local travel experiences and prioritizes the quality of rentals over quantity, offering stylish and private accommodations as alternatives to traditional hotels. The company's clientele includes local families, international travelers, and business professionals seeking personalized service and value. For homeowners, Luxstay presents an opportunity to generate passive income while ensuring their properties are well-managed and maintained, providing peace of mind that their homes are secure and appealing to guests.

Homedy.com

Seed Round in 2017
Homedy Limited operates an online real estate portal in Vietnam. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Hanoi, Vietnam.