NTT DoCoMo

NTT DOCOMO, Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leading provider of wireless telecommunications services, operating as a subsidiary of Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation. Founded in 1991, the company offers a wide range of mobile services, including voice and data communication, along with value-added services such as international roaming, public wireless LAN, and cloud-based enterprise solutions. Its product portfolio includes smartphones, tablets, and accessories, as well as various lifestyle services like online shopping and educational content. Additionally, NTT DOCOMO engages in venture capital through NTT Docomo Ventures, which invests in early to middle-stage companies in sectors such as fintech, telecommunications, and information technology, both in Japan and internationally. The firm aims for minority stakes in its investments and supports innovation through its accelerator program. With millions of cellular subscriptions and a significant loyalty program, NTT DOCOMO continues to play a pivotal role in shaping communication culture and technology advancements.

Chris Hermanowicz

Principal at DOCOMO Innovations

Neil Sadaranganey

Managing Director

Jun Yasumoto

CEO

Past deals in Tokyo

Photosynth

Series A in 2021
Photosynth Inc., founded on September 1, 2014, is based in Tokyo, Japan, and specializes in developing smart locks for residential properties. In addition to its focus on smart home security, the company offers a suite of tools designed for capturing and viewing environments in three dimensions, enhancing the user experience in spatial visualization. Through its innovative technologies, Photosynth aims to integrate security solutions with advanced imaging capabilities, providing consumers with both safety and immersive interactive experiences.

Edgematrix

Series B in 2021
Edgematrix Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in artificial intelligence-based technology. The company manufactures the Edge AI Box, a device designed to process and transmit large volumes of data, including high-definition video, on-site. Complementing this device is the Edge AI Platform, an integrated management and monetization system that allows users to manage the Edge AI Box remotely. Additionally, Edgematrix offers Edge AI Solutions to facilitate practical applications of edge AI technology. With a focus on video analytics, the company's platform leverages high-performance GPU capabilities to enable real-time data analysis and decision-making without compromising video quality.

Stockmark

Venture Round in 2021
StockMark is an AI venture from the University of Tokyo that provides business decision support with text mining and AI. We are developing businesses such as the web news distribution service "Anews", sales "Asales", and AI-related business consulting business "AI Alchemist".

Groove X

Series B in 2020
Groove X, Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015, that specializes in the design and development of household robots infused with artificial intelligence and social robotics. These innovative robots aim to provide companionship and emotional support, addressing the challenges posed by societal trends such as aging populations, nuclear families, and dual-income households. Groove X focuses on creating a next-generation household robot that fosters genuine emotional connections, offering users warmth and companionship in their daily lives.

PARONYM

Series B in 2020
PARONYM Inc. is a Tokyo-based startup that specializes in interactive video technology through its flagship product, TIG. This innovative solution allows users to interact with video content by touching objects within the video to access additional information. The technology connects viewers with details about various topics, including wedding venues and restaurants, enhancing their understanding beyond the visual experience. PARONYM offers several services under the TIG brand, including TIG live for streaming events, TIG commerce for integrated shopping experiences, and TIG branch, which customizes video interactions for users. Additional services include TIG event for fashion shows, TIG learning for educational materials, TIG Ads for advertising, TIG local for offline information, and TIG magazines. Founded in 2016, PARONYM aims to provide valuable insights across sectors such as apparel, real estate, entertainment, and sports.

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.

GeoSpock

Venture Round in 2020
GeoSpock Limited is a spatial big data platform company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, with additional offices in Tokyo and Singapore. Founded in 2013, it specializes in developing a data indexing platform that provides analytics, visualization, and insights across various scales of data. The company offers products such as GeoSpock DB Discovery and GeoSpock DB Enterprise, which are cloud-based services designed to manage and analyze location-tagged information. These tools facilitate dynamic data fusion and enable users to perform complex queries for performance analytics. GeoSpock's platform can be utilized in a range of applications, from real-time tracking of logistics fleets to optimizing operations in smart cities, helping to uncover hidden patterns and improve decision-making. By harnessing trillions of data points in seconds, GeoSpock aims to transform business operations and contribute to sustainability efforts, such as reducing traffic congestion.

Xica

Series D in 2020
Xica provides a specialized needs-based analysis application that utilizes the results of statistics and consulting. The company aims to send suggestions to all data and deliver happiness to all.

RoomClip

Series D in 2020
RoomClip is a photo-sharing service where users can find inspiration for their home and life.

Photosynth

Private Equity Round in 2020
Photosynth Inc., founded on September 1, 2014, is based in Tokyo, Japan, and specializes in developing smart locks for residential properties. In addition to its focus on smart home security, the company offers a suite of tools designed for capturing and viewing environments in three dimensions, enhancing the user experience in spatial visualization. Through its innovative technologies, Photosynth aims to integrate security solutions with advanced imaging capabilities, providing consumers with both safety and immersive interactive experiences.

Repro

Series C in 2020
Repro Inc. develops Repro, a mobile analytics solution for clients to convert and retain their mobile users. It offers application growth support consulting for total support from strategy planning and development to application. The company provides in-app message to improve conversion rate. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

TrendExpress

Venture Round in 2019
TrendExpress Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in social data and social media analytics. Formerly known as Hotto Link Consulting Inc., the company operates as a subsidiary of Hottolink, Inc. TrendExpress focuses on visualizing social big data globally and provides valuable insights through its weekly reporting. Additionally, the company engages in market research utilizing social big data, helping businesses understand trends and consumer behavior in real-time.

Eviry

Venture Round in 2019
Eviry Inc. offers cloud based video distribution system. The company offers market data and insight data necessary for video business and video marketing on YouTube compatible video analytics tools and major social video platforms. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

TrendExpress

Venture Round in 2019
TrendExpress Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in social data and social media analytics. Formerly known as Hotto Link Consulting Inc., the company operates as a subsidiary of Hottolink, Inc. TrendExpress focuses on visualizing social big data globally and provides valuable insights through its weekly reporting. Additionally, the company engages in market research utilizing social big data, helping businesses understand trends and consumer behavior in real-time.

Showcase Gig

Venture Round in 2019
Showcase Gig Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in omni-channel marketing services through its mobile wallet platform, O:der. The company develops innovative mobile applications aimed at enhancing digital services, particularly for small retailers. Its platform includes a customer relationship management suite and facilitates credit card payments via mobile wallets, allowing customers to pay for products before collecting them in-store. By focusing on next-generation IoT solutions, Showcase Gig aims to improve the retail experience for both businesses and consumers.

Safie

Venture Round in 2019
Safie is a cloud-based video asset management company that specializes in the development and operation of a video-recording platform. The company focuses on security and surveillance solutions, as well as corporate operations and marketing applications. By integrating smart security cameras and Internet of Things (IoT) devices into its platform, Safie provides users with comprehensive tools to manage and utilize their video content effectively.

S.RIDE

Seed Round in 2019
Operator of an online ride-hailing platform intended to provide a comfortable and quality travel experience to commuters in Japan. The company allows users to hail the nearest taxi from different taxi operators with a single swipe on their smartphones. enabling passengers to get a convenient network of transportation anytime.

Minnano Taxi

Venture Round in 2019
Minnano Taxi is a platform for the dispatch of taxis for taxi operators.

Fileforce

Venture Round in 2019
Fileforce is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2001 that specializes in providing secure and scalable cloud file services for businesses of all sizes. The company offers a platform that allows enterprises to safely store, manage, access, and share files from various devices, including computers, tablets, and smartphones. Fileforce focuses on protecting valuable information and assets through its security management system, which includes enterprise cloud monitoring to facilitate the management of business activities such as proposals, quotations, and design documents. By enabling efficient file organization and sharing, Fileforce aims to enhance productivity and streamline operations for its clients.

Mazrica

Venture Round in 2019
Mazrica, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in designing and developing an online business support platform known as Senses. Founded in 2015, Mazrica focuses on enhancing sales force automation and customer relationship management to optimize organizational performance. The Senses platform utilizes artificial intelligence to streamline sales activities, offering centralized information management and ongoing support until operations are established. In addition to its software services, Mazrica provides consulting and training services to help clients improve their organizational intelligence and address common challenges in personalization within sales processes. The company also engages in the management of internet infrastructure projects, further expanding its service offerings in the business consulting domain.

toBe marketing

Venture Round in 2019
ToBe Marketing is an information technology company that provides services to combine marketing automation and CRM. It offers consulting services, IT, and marketing consultation. The company is driven by a mission is to realize the engagement of companies and their customers by creating marketing and sales activities using IT or digital technology. ToBe Marketing was founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

PARONYM

Venture Round in 2019
PARONYM Inc. is a Tokyo-based startup that specializes in interactive video technology through its flagship product, TIG. This innovative solution allows users to interact with video content by touching objects within the video to access additional information. The technology connects viewers with details about various topics, including wedding venues and restaurants, enhancing their understanding beyond the visual experience. PARONYM offers several services under the TIG brand, including TIG live for streaming events, TIG commerce for integrated shopping experiences, and TIG branch, which customizes video interactions for users. Additional services include TIG event for fashion shows, TIG learning for educational materials, TIG Ads for advertising, TIG local for offline information, and TIG magazines. Founded in 2016, PARONYM aims to provide valuable insights across sectors such as apparel, real estate, entertainment, and sports.

Solairo

Series A in 2019
Solairo, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in developing and offering a fashion coordinate application and e-commerce portal known as "PRIMODE." The company focuses on enhancing the online shopping experience through its integrated chat management and communication platform, which utilizes artificial intelligence to automate customer interactions. This system not only provides real-time responses to customer inquiries but also analyzes chat log data to help businesses improve their customer engagement and increase purchase rates. Through these services, Solairo aims to deliver a superior purchasing experience for online visitors.

Edgematrix

Series A in 2019
Edgematrix Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in artificial intelligence-based technology. The company manufactures the Edge AI Box, a device designed to process and transmit large volumes of data, including high-definition video, on-site. Complementing this device is the Edge AI Platform, an integrated management and monetization system that allows users to manage the Edge AI Box remotely. Additionally, Edgematrix offers Edge AI Solutions to facilitate practical applications of edge AI technology. With a focus on video analytics, the company's platform leverages high-performance GPU capabilities to enable real-time data analysis and decision-making without compromising video quality.

Realeyes

Series B in 2019
Realeyes Data Services Ltd., an emotions research company, provides web-based facial expression measurement solutions for video advertisements. The company’s solutions enable users to read how people feel about their video advertisements using computer vision. It offers Tentpole Creative, Digital Content, Live Interaction, consumer insight, and creative performance. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom with additional offices in New York, New York; Tokyo, Japan; and Budapest, Hungary.

Space Market

Corporate Round in 2019
Space Market operates an online platform in Japan that facilitates the sharing of unused or idle venues for on-demand rental. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Japan, the company provides a user-friendly app that allows customers to search for and reserve various types of rental spaces. These spaces cater to a wide range of needs, including parties, business meetings, shooting and recording sessions, hobbies, sports, study groups, lessons, music events, beauty services, office use, pop-up stores, and storage. The platform effectively connects individuals and businesses seeking temporary venues with those offering them, enhancing accessibility and convenience in the rental market.

Jimoty

Corporate Round in 2019
Jimoty is a classified advertisement platform that attracts approximately 9 million users each month. It allows individuals to post and browse listings for a variety of purposes, including buying and selling second-hand goods, announcing events, recruiting for jobs or members, and sharing real estate information. The site is designed to facilitate easy access to classified ads, offering a simple and organized format for users to find and share information relevant to their needs. Through its user-friendly interface, Jimoty serves as a valuable resource for communities seeking to connect over goods, services, and opportunities.

AIQ

Seed Round in 2019
AIQ Corporation, founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, develops an online platform focused on artificial intelligence and software technology. The platform is designed to visualize and analyze market insights, enabling businesses to profile potential customers effectively. AIQ offers tools for customer satisfaction surveys and investigates customer attributes in the realms of research and development as well as marketing. By connecting various social information to marketing services, the company's technology reveals insights that are not easily discernible, thereby allowing clients to explore new opportunities and enhance their market strategies.

Empheal

Corporate Round in 2019
Empheal is a provider of corporate health management support services focused on enhancing employee health standards in Japan. The company utilizes health data analysis to identify specific health issues within organizations and offers tailored health management programs to address these concerns. By visualizing health challenges and providing access to medical opinions and hospital search services, Empheal aims to improve employee satisfaction and productivity. Additionally, its services assist clients in strengthening their branding, making them more attractive to potential talent during the hiring process.

Lovegraph

Venture Round in 2019
Lovegraph Inc. is a photography service provider based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015. The company specializes in capturing special moments for couples and families, offering a range of services that include wedding photography, family portraits, and event photography. Lovegraph focuses on creating natural and candid images, allowing couples to express their genuine emotions and memories during significant occasions. In addition to traditional wedding shoots, the company also caters to anniversary celebrations and other personal milestones, providing a personalized experience for clients. Through its unique approach, Lovegraph helps clients preserve their cherished memories with professional photography services.

Toreta

Venture Round in 2018
Toreta, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing applications for restaurant reservations. Founded in 2013, Toreta offers a mobile application that streamlines reservation management for restaurants in Japan. The application allows for automatic recording of reservation conversations with customers, generates customer ledgers based on reservation details, and enables online reservations 24/7. Accessible through iPads, Toreta's tools are designed to enhance the efficiency of restaurant operations and improve customer experience.

Space Market

Venture Round in 2018
Space Market operates an online platform in Japan that facilitates the sharing of unused or idle venues for on-demand rental. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Japan, the company provides a user-friendly app that allows customers to search for and reserve various types of rental spaces. These spaces cater to a wide range of needs, including parties, business meetings, shooting and recording sessions, hobbies, sports, study groups, lessons, music events, beauty services, office use, pop-up stores, and storage. The platform effectively connects individuals and businesses seeking temporary venues with those offering them, enhancing accessibility and convenience in the rental market.

Mobingi

Series B in 2018
Alphaus is a company founded in January 2015 by Wayland Zhang, focusing on developing and operating IT cloud services, notably the Mobingi Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) platform. This Software-as-a-Service solution is designed to simplify and automate cloud operations for businesses of all sizes. Mobingi ALM provides tools for cloud infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and application lifecycle automation, allowing users to manage applications seamlessly across multiple servers. The platform features an intuitive web interface, enabling users to deploy and manage server infrastructure with ease, catering to those unfamiliar with command-line interfaces. Alphaus aims to enhance the accessibility of cloud computing, targeting development teams and organizations looking to streamline their cloud operations. The service has already been implemented by companies such as SB Cloud and Fujitsu, with plans for future expansion into various sectors to support businesses with varying levels of cloud expertise.

JapanTaxi

Corporate Round in 2018
JapanTaxi Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in mobile application services for arranging and scheduling taxi rides in Japan. Founded in 1977, the company caters to the transportation needs of users by providing a user-friendly platform that includes a fare calculator for offline taxi rides. In addition to its core booking services, JapanTaxi offers various technological solutions such as drive recorder devices, cashless payment systems, tablets, and a data platform to enhance the customer experience. As a subsidiary of Nihon Kotsu Co., Ltd., JapanTaxi continues to innovate within the taxi service industry, making travel more accessible and efficient for its users.

PARONYM

Venture Round in 2018
PARONYM Inc. is a Tokyo-based startup that specializes in interactive video technology through its flagship product, TIG. This innovative solution allows users to interact with video content by touching objects within the video to access additional information. The technology connects viewers with details about various topics, including wedding venues and restaurants, enhancing their understanding beyond the visual experience. PARONYM offers several services under the TIG brand, including TIG live for streaming events, TIG commerce for integrated shopping experiences, and TIG branch, which customizes video interactions for users. Additional services include TIG event for fashion shows, TIG learning for educational materials, TIG Ads for advertising, TIG local for offline information, and TIG magazines. Founded in 2016, PARONYM aims to provide valuable insights across sectors such as apparel, real estate, entertainment, and sports.

Ookami

Series B in 2018
Ookami, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in sporting entertainment solutions. The company has developed Player!, a social sports entertainment platform that enables users to engage with their favorite sports teams, join fan communities, and access real-time game updates. Through its innovative approach, Ookami aims to enhance the sports experience by integrating social interaction with advanced technology. Additionally, the company offers various technology solutions, focusing on financial services software, application and communication software, software as a service, and online social networking services.

Cyber Security Cloud

Venture Round in 2018
Cyber Security Cloud, Inc. is a Japanese company specializing in web security services powered by artificial intelligence. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Tokyo, the firm offers a range of products designed to detect and block cyber-attacks on websites and web servers. Its key offerings include Shadankun, a service that visualizes and mitigates cyber threats, and WafCharm, which automates AWS WAF rules using AI and big data. Additionally, the company provides managed rules for AWS WAF and engages in cyber-attack research and analysis, as well as the development of advanced AI technologies.

X-Locations

Venture Round in 2018
X Locations is a mobile advertising and location intelligence company that specializes in providing location data to enhance management strategies for businesses. The company's online platform leverages artificial intelligence to analyze the characteristics of various trade areas, facilitating effective location-based advertising. This approach enables businesses to implement targeted marketing measures and improve customer relationship management, thereby optimizing their operational effectiveness and reaching their desired audience more efficiently.

Libry

Venture Round in 2018
Libry, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2012 that focuses on creating an internet-based information management platform tailored for the education sector. The company develops services that digitize teaching materials, facilitating learning content distribution for schools and high school students. Additionally, Libry offers event planning services for university students and provides education support software development. Through its innovative solutions, Libry aims to enhance educational experiences and streamline management processes within the academic environment.

Authlete

Seed Round in 2018
Authlete, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in software development and consulting services related to its Backend-as-a-Service (BaaS) platform. The company provides a comprehensive set of Web APIs that enable developers to create servers compliant with OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect protocols, as well as Financial-grade API standards. Authlete's solutions focus on identity assurance and grant management, allowing businesses to securely integrate user authentication and management services. By adhering to open authorization and access delegation standards, Authlete facilitates the secure sharing of information between applications without the need for users to disclose their passwords, thereby enhancing security and user experience.

Trunk

Venture Round in 2018
Trunk Inc. is a Japan-based company that offers a monthly personal storage service, allowing clients to conveniently store their personal belongings through an app or web platform. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Shibuya-Ku, Trunk enables users to sell unwanted items they have stored or purchase items from others. In addition to its storage services, the company is also involved in advertising and design work, providing a comprehensive suite of services related to personal item management. Trunk's platform facilitates the efficient use of stored goods, helping customers declutter while also enabling a marketplace for buying and selling various items.

Xica

Series C in 2018
Xica provides a specialized needs-based analysis application that utilizes the results of statistics and consulting. The company aims to send suggestions to all data and deliver happiness to all.

Candee

Series B in 2017
Candee Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in online video production, talent management, and advertising services. Founded in 2015, the company operates an online platform that focuses on creating mobile content for advertising and general media videos. Candee's services cater to businesses seeking effective digital video marketing solutions in Japan, allowing them to manage talent and enhance their advertising strategies through engaging mobile video content.

Phone Appli

Venture Round in 2017
Phone Appli Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based communication solutions for businesses. Founded in 2008, the company offers a variety of services including a collaboration platform that integrates business card management, a cloud phone directory, and tools for video conferencing and call management. Notable products include the PhoneAppli Collaboration Directory, which allows secure access to contacts across devices, and PhoneAppli EZDX, dedicated video conferencing software. Additionally, Phone Appli provides solutions such as PhoneAppli Dial Pickup, which enables call management across various devices, and a simultaneous broadcast system for connecting remote locations. The company focuses on enhancing organizational efficiency through its innovative communication technologies and operates as a subsidiary of NTT Communications Corporation.

GA technologies

Venture Round in 2017
GAtechnologies Co Ltd is a Japan based company engaged in development and operation of real estate transaction platform. The company is also engaged in the development and management of application for real estate owners and provides crowdfunding service for second-hand divided apartments.

Money Design

Venture Round in 2017
Money Design provides Financial planning business Real estate leasing, brokerage of real estate, management business Life insurance and fire insurance soliciting agency business Financial product sales agency business Other related business related to the above

MONEY DESIGN

Venture Round in 2017
MONEY DESIGN Co., Ltd. offers asset management and investment advice services. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

EduLab

Corporate Round in 2017
EduLab, Inc., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the research and development of academic ability measurement technologies and educational tools. The company primarily serves language learning institutions, such as universities and private companies, as well as individual learners. EduLab offers a variety of services, including Einavi! and StudyGear, which support learners in preparing for practical English proficiency tests. It also provides the Eiken Jr. program for preschool and elementary school children, TEAP CBT for comprehensive English proficiency assessment, and CASEC, a computerized assessment system that employs advanced testing methodologies. Additionally, EduLab delivers speaking test systems for Eiken grades 4 and 5, online enrollment solutions, and payment systems, enhancing the overall educational experience. The company also engages in building new businesses and investing in EdTech initiatives, contributing to advancements in education technology and school management systems.

Medley

Venture Round in 2017
MEDLEY, the online encyclopedia disease that doctors make along with the people of cooperation doctor hundreds of people, we have put together in an easy-to-understand gently variety of information about the disease. Connect the people of doctors and medical institutions that provide people and their families and medical services to receive medical care, we aim to become as to realize the "convincing medical" information infrastructure must-have in society .

GENOVA

Venture Round in 2017
GENOVA supports businesses that focus on technology solution development services for medical faculties. GENOVA offers the medical industry with marketing, branding, quality assurance, recruiting, and operational services through the brands and businesses it is partnered with. GENOVA is a Tokoyo-based company that was founded by Tomoki Hirase in July 2005.

LocationValue

Corporate Round in 2017
LocationValue Co., Ltd. operates as a provider of Internet services for cellular phones. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

PKSHA Technology

Venture Round in 2016
PKSHA Technology, founded in 2012 by a team of engineers and researchers specializing in algorithms, focuses on delivering comprehensive services that span advanced algorithmic technology and its practical applications. The company is deeply rooted in the field of information science and is committed to innovation. In addition to its core operations, PKSHA Technology co-manages the PKSHA Algorithm No. 2 Fund, a venture capital fund established in 2023 that invests in various sectors, including media, software as a service, human resources technology, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. This fund primarily targets opportunities in Southeast Asia, Japan, China, and South Korea, further extending the company's influence in the tech investment landscape.

Toreta

Series D in 2016
Toreta, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing applications for restaurant reservations. Founded in 2013, Toreta offers a mobile application that streamlines reservation management for restaurants in Japan. The application allows for automatic recording of reservation conversations with customers, generates customer ledgers based on reservation details, and enables online reservations 24/7. Accessible through iPads, Toreta's tools are designed to enhance the efficiency of restaurant operations and improve customer experience.

Vegetalia

Venture Round in 2016
vegetalia, inc. develops and markets measurement monitoring systems and cloud based application solutions for agricultural industry. The company develops FieldServer, which includes a field sensor connected with a web or mobile based application for outdoor measurement and monitoring; PaddyWatch, which includes a field sensor connected with a web or mobile based application for water management support system for rice; and agri-note, which is a cloud service for management of fields and work comparison and analysis. Its solutions include IoT sensor, cloud data infrastructure management, application development, plant hospital management, agricultural production, and distribution sales business for organic farming management. The company also operates plant clinics. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

SundaySky

Series D in 2016
SundaySky Ltd. is a provider of dynamically generated video solutions aimed at e-businesses and online retailers, enhancing brand visibility and driving website traffic through high-quality video content. The company’s Software-as-a-Service platform facilitates the creation of personalized videos by extracting content from various sources and transforming it into engaging video clips. Key offerings include SmartVideo, a marketing platform that enables brands to deliver tailored video narratives at critical consumer interaction points; Videolet, a customizable video template; and proprietary technologies like Video Scene Markup Language for multimedia synchronization and InstantStreaming for immediate video delivery. Serving renowned brands such as AT&T, Allstate, and Citigroup, SundaySky generated over $1.4 billion in measurable value for its clients in 2017. Founded in 2006, the company is headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Tel Aviv and Tokyo.

Good Cycle System

Venture Round in 2016
Good Cycle System Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing an electronic drug history system aimed at enhancing pharmacy services. The platform enables pharmacies to provide detailed medicine-taking instructions and manages medical record tracking by recording medication history. It also offers cloud storage for secure preservation of medical records and analyzes medical bills and prescriptions. Additionally, the system recommends clinics and doctors, facilitating better healthcare management for users. Through its innovative approach, Good Cycle System supports insurance pharmacy operations and contributes to the effective management of pharmaceutical products.

Eltes

Venture Round in 2015
Eltes Co Ltd provides consultation services based on digital risk technology for database risk and other large storage protection in Japan. It also offers internal fraud detection services that enable the prevention of information security breaches caused by internal factors; and a service that includes detection and diagnosis of security breaches caused by external factors.

Jimoty

Venture Round in 2015
Jimoty is a classified advertisement platform that attracts approximately 9 million users each month. It allows individuals to post and browse listings for a variety of purposes, including buying and selling second-hand goods, announcing events, recruiting for jobs or members, and sharing real estate information. The site is designed to facilitate easy access to classified ads, offering a simple and organized format for users to find and share information relevant to their needs. Through its user-friendly interface, Jimoty serves as a valuable resource for communities seeking to connect over goods, services, and opportunities.

SORACOM

Series A in 2015
SORACOM is a company that provides IoT (Internet of Things) platform of data communication by delivering scalable and elastic cloud technologies running on Amazon Web Services (AWS), which makes IoT solution providers/developers to efficiently deliver and extend their services, and also allow the flexibility and customization to fit the various needs of IoT services. With SORACOM, the data communication of IoT / M2M device become more secure and ensure reliable data transfer by supporting many devices and custom protocols. It also provides reduced time-to-market for M2M/IoT services, while significantly reducing the cost of delivering such services, and extend the business by paying as you grow cost structures. SORACOM Air is a service that provides data communication for IoT devices SIM "Air SIM". Users can change the settings from Web console (user console) or by API control, and monitor the data traffic, as well as manage the configuration of data communication of IoT devices centrally. Air SIM provides connectivity for LTE/3G mobile data communication as MVNO, and supports wide coverage area required for IoT and secure communication achieved through a closed network using LTE/3G. SORACOM Beam is a service that offloaded data from IoT devices to cloud with a high encryption load and connection destination setting without directly setting to large devices onsite, that can be controlled from a remote location on cloud. It also has a benefit to manage the data securely without going through the Internet, if the cloud data storage of IoT devices is located in AWS. SORACOM officially launched its service on the 30th of September 2015, and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Fringe81

Seed Round in 2015
Fringe81 Co., Ltd., based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in internet advertising technology and human resources solutions. The company offers a range of services in the advertising sector, including an advertising agency service that facilitates the sale of internet advertisements, a media growth service that assists smartphone media in monetizing through ads, and a solution service that provides software for efficient advertisement planning and execution. Among its notable offerings is Unipos, a platform designed to foster a culture of recognition by enabling peer bonuses among employees. Additionally, Fringe81 provides consulting and development services, such as the docomo Ad Network for large-scale advertising, digitalice for measuring video ads, Columva for enhancing ad operation efficiency, and TagKnight for managing advertisement tag installations. Established in 2012, Fringe81 operates as a subsidiary of Fringe81 Holdings Co., Ltd.

SuRaLa Net

Venture Round in 2015
SuRaLa Net Co., Ltd. is an educational services provider based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in e-learning. Founded in 2008, the company offers a range of services, including operation consulting, marketing promotion, and website management. It operates both domestically and internationally, catering to various educational needs through innovative online solutions. SuRaLa Net is a subsidiary of FC Education Inc.

Jeplan

Corporate Round in 2015
Jeplan, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in January 2007 that specializes in recycling technologies and systems. The company develops innovative methods for recycling various materials, focusing on the conversion of textile products and plastic waste into energy and recycled oil. Jeplan employs proprietary chemical recycling technology to produce recycled polyethylene terephthalate (r-PET) and Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl) terephthalate (r-BHET) from waste food packaging, plastic PET bottles, and polyester fibers. These materials are subsequently used in the manufacture of r-PET products such as PET bottles and textiles. In addition to its recycling initiatives, Jeplan promotes the recycling of used uniforms and provides consulting services to businesses exploring uniform recycling options.

Jeplan

Venture Round in 2014
Jeplan, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in January 2007 that specializes in recycling technologies and systems. The company develops innovative methods for recycling various materials, focusing on the conversion of textile products and plastic waste into energy and recycled oil. Jeplan employs proprietary chemical recycling technology to produce recycled polyethylene terephthalate (r-PET) and Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl) terephthalate (r-BHET) from waste food packaging, plastic PET bottles, and polyester fibers. These materials are subsequently used in the manufacture of r-PET products such as PET bottles and textiles. In addition to its recycling initiatives, Jeplan promotes the recycling of used uniforms and provides consulting services to businesses exploring uniform recycling options.

ABEJA

Series A in 2014
ABEJA, Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2012, specializing in artificial intelligence software tailored for the retail and manufacturing sectors. Based in Minato-Ku, the company integrates advanced technologies such as IoT, big data, and deep learning to facilitate comprehensive data analysis. ABEJA offers a cloud-based platform that supports the entire machine learning and deep learning pipeline, encompassing development, deployment, and operation. Its services include data collection, analysis, automation, prediction, simulation, and visualization, all customized to meet the specific needs of various industries, particularly retail and manufacturing.

ABEJA

Seed Round in 2014
ABEJA, Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2012, specializing in artificial intelligence software tailored for the retail and manufacturing sectors. Based in Minato-Ku, the company integrates advanced technologies such as IoT, big data, and deep learning to facilitate comprehensive data analysis. ABEJA offers a cloud-based platform that supports the entire machine learning and deep learning pipeline, encompassing development, deployment, and operation. Its services include data collection, analysis, automation, prediction, simulation, and visualization, all customized to meet the specific needs of various industries, particularly retail and manufacturing.

Eltes

Venture Round in 2014
Eltes Co Ltd provides consultation services based on digital risk technology for database risk and other large storage protection in Japan. It also offers internal fraud detection services that enable the prevention of information security breaches caused by internal factors; and a service that includes detection and diagnosis of security breaches caused by external factors.

RealGlobe

Venture Round in 2014
Realglobe, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) solutions, focusing on enhancing software development through Continuous Delivery-as-a-Service. Founded in 2008, Realglobe offers a range of services, including automation for building, testing, and delivery processes, as well as solutions for education, emergency medical response, and disaster management, which feature drone and unmanned aerial vehicle technologies. The company leverages advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and robotics to support its mission of fostering a sustainable society through local production and consumption. Furthermore, Realglobe operates a graphical mapping platform that employs three-dimensional scanning to create digital twins of real-world locations, facilitating effective information sharing between local governments and residents and aiding various industries like construction and facilities management in visualizing spatial data.

Normee

Venture Round in 2014
Normee Limited specializes in palm recognition technology that utilizes the built-in cameras of smartphones and tablets to identify users based on their unique palm patterns, including lines, ridges, veins, and capillaries. Founded on February 1, 2005, and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Normee's innovative system allows for accurate palm vein authentication using standard visible-spectrum cameras. This technology enables clients to adopt hybrid biometric authentication tailored to their specific operating environments, enhancing security and user experience. Normee was previously known as Universal Robot Co., Ltd.

SODA

Venture Round in 2014
SODA is a CMS software development media management business.

CoreForth

Venture Round in 2014
CoreForth is operates in CRM marketing strategy construction execution support service and CRM business agency.

Timers

Venture Round in 2013
Timers Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, develops a variety of mobile applications aimed at enhancing social connections. The company operates 'Pairy', a social networking service designed specifically for couples, facilitating communication and relationship management. Additionally, Timers offers applications focused on matchmaking for singles, broadening its appeal in the dating landscape. Another aspect of their portfolio includes a family-oriented application that allows users to create and share photos and albums, particularly for child-rearing families. This platform enables families to compile monthly calendars and share memories with friends and relatives, fostering deeper familial connections.

Pairy

Venture Round in 2013
Adults can enjoy! Free app! In profiles and album of only two people, Couple-only app that leave memories of all

PrimeAgain,Inc

Seed Round in 2013
PrimeAgain works to innovate ways for users to connect with each other over mobile devices. Established in Dec. 2010, the company has released a mobile photo decorating diary app, "DecoAlbum", which allows users to save, organize, and share photos easily and privately.

Nihon Ultmarc

Acquisition in 2013
Nihon Ultmarc Inc. offers medical database and information services. The company was founded in 1962 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. As of April 1, 2019, Nihon Ultmarc Inc. operates as a subsidiary of M3, Inc.

Arara

Venture Round in 2013
Arara Inc. is a technology solutions provider based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2006. The company specializes in a range of services including customer relationship management (CRM) solutions that incorporate reward points and e-money functions to enhance consumer engagement. Arara also develops data security solutions, augmented reality services like ARAPPLI and ARAPPLI SIGNAGE, and QR code services, including QRQR - QR Code Reader and QRQR Manager. Additionally, the company offers blockchain solutions and manages high-speed email delivery services through its Arara messaging solutions. With a focus on innovation, Arara aims to deliver enjoyable and convenient services that enhance user experiences globally.

IID

Venture Round in 2013
IID, Inc. is involved in the media, research, and media commerce sectors, operating across various genres, including IT, automotive, education, movies, games, animation, and fashion. The company manages 47 websites and five magazines that cater to diverse interests. IID offers comprehensive marketing research and consulting services, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative methods, as well as conducting international investigations. Their services encompass large-scale data analysis and consumer behavior insights. Additionally, IID provides an application service provider (ASP) system for e-commerce management and IT infrastructure services, including a private cloud utilized by clients. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, IID was previously known as IRI Commerce & Technology Inc. before rebranding in June 2010.

Retty

Series A in 2012
Retty Inc. operates a gourmet platform called Retty, which provides users with information and recommendations about restaurants in Japan. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Tokyo, the platform allows users to share their dining experiences and discover new places to eat based on suggestions from friends and others with similar tastes. Retty aims to simplify the process of choosing restaurants, enhancing the dining experience through a social approach. The company is also developing mobile applications for iPhone and Android, making it more convenient for users to access restaurant information on the go.

Newphoria

Venture Round in 2012
Newphoria Corporation Inc., founded in 2008 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development of web and mobile applications. The company offers a range of services including software development, digital signage content creation, and server construction, maintenance, and management. By focusing on enhancing business efficiency, Newphoria provides clients with tailored solutions that enable them to effectively reach and engage with a broader audience.

Agile Media Network

Venture Round in 2012
Agile Media Network Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in conversational marketing and advertising services in Japan. Founded in 2007, it operates as an advertising network and blog marketing firm, collaborating with prominent blogs and social media platforms to deliver targeted marketing solutions. The company provides a range of services, including banner ad sales, event organization, and information dissemination through various online channels. Agile Media Network is recognized for its role in hosting large-scale industry events, such as WISH 2009, which showcased startups to a substantial audience. Through its comprehensive offerings, the company aims to enhance the effectiveness of digital marketing for its clients.

Shift

Venture Round in 2012
Shift is a technology company founded in 2005 by Masaru Tange, specializing in software testing, security assessment, and offshore development services with a focus on high-quality standards. The company offers a range of solutions, including Test Design, which emphasizes usability for future projects, and Test Run, allowing clients to select between onsite and off-site implementation based on their specific environments. Additionally, Shift operates MinTest, a platform for reporting bugs in social games and applications. The company also provides various other services, such as CAT, Non-Functional Testing, and Localization, enhancing its comprehensive portfolio in the software testing domain.

Royal Gate

Venture Round in 2011
Royal Gate Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in mobile payment solutions. Founded in 2007 by Kenji Umemura, the company develops software applications enabling users to conduct credit card transactions via Android and iOS smartphones. Its flagship product, PAYGATE, is a business-to-business payment platform that facilitates real-time linked offers through its multi-function mobile payment device, PayGateAir. Additionally, Royal Gate provides IT solutions and consulting services to enhance payment processing capabilities. The company operates as a subsidiary of Daiwa House Industry Co., Ltd. since April 2018.

gumi

Venture Round in 2011
gumi Inc. is a mobile entertainment content publisher and developer based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2007 by Hironao Kunimitsu. The company specializes in developing, operating, and distributing online games for smartphones and tablets, achieving notable success both domestically and internationally. Its flagship title, Brave Frontier, gained widespread acclaim and popularity across the globe. gumi also engages in blockchain technology and extended reality (XR) services, which encompass virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR). With multiple subsidiaries in Asia, Europe, and North America, gumi collaborates with renowned partners such as SEGA and LINE to enhance its offerings and provide high-quality entertainment applications to users worldwide. Moreover, the company supports various game services, including native applications, browser-based games, and localization services for third-party content.

PDC Japan

Venture Round in 2010
PDC is a new content market has been formed that can reach the users and consumers of facilities company.

Morpho

Venture Round in 2007
Morpho develops new image processing technology, and to introduce innovative technologies. They are a R&D driven company specializing in image processing technology. They develop and nurture technologies with relevance to the world market that leverage their cutting-edge technologies. They introduce technologies that satisfy customer needs through practical implementation at a time that is right for the market. They will grow as a company which can “impress” and “delight” people with imaging technologies. They operate the company with these objectives. Their goals are not just organizational goals, but objectives their employees strive to achieve. By meeting these objectives, the organization and its employees increase their corporate value.
AT&T Wireless Mobility Group is a telecommunications company that offers mobile and internet services to its clients. The company's product portfolio consists of cell phones, tablets, wearables, mobile hotspots, DIRECTV, U-verse TV, internet, home phone, phone cases and chargers, iPhone batteries, speakers, and headphones. AT&T Wireless Mobility Group was founded in 2000.
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