Investment Lab

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.

Lafool Inc. is a mental health technology company based in Chuo, Japan, founded in 2011. It specializes in workplace management tools aimed at enhancing employee wellness through mental health and sleep technology services. Lafool offers a range of services, including organizational diagnostic tools such as the "Laful Survey," which helps companies assess and improve their health management strategies. The company provides mental and physical engagement surveys, telephone consultations, counseling, e-learning, health management consulting, and mental care coaching applications. By measuring and analyzing various organizational metrics, Lafool enables businesses to ensure their employees' psychological well-being, thereby fostering a mentally fit workforce capable of performing their duties effectively.

Crowdcredit, Inc. is a cross-border marketplace lending platform that connects investors from financially stable countries with individuals and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in countries facing financial deficits. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company has expanded its operations globally, with subsidiaries in Lima, Peru; Tallinn, Estonia; and Cuauhtemoc, Mexico. Through its crowdfunding platform, Crowdcredit provides debt capital to various entities, including peer-to-peer platforms, balance sheet lenders, microfinance institutions, and development projects. The platform enables Japanese investors to lend to individuals and SMEs in several countries, including Peru, Cameroon, Estonia, Finland, Spain, and Italy. Looking ahead, Crowdcredit aims to broaden its lending operations to include additional Asian markets outside of Japan.