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Tyffon Inc. is a developer of entertainment applications and immersive mixed reality experiences, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California. The company initially gained recognition for its mobile applications, such as ZombieBooth, which transforms images into 3D animations, and other innovative apps that apply effects like gender morphing and zombification to photographs. Tyffon has evolved to focus on location-based virtual reality experiences, launching its first venue, TYFFONIUM, in Tokyo in 2017. This venue offers free-roam virtual reality experiences that integrate multi-sensory effects, allowing users to engage in hyper-realistic environments together. The company has also established partnerships with notable organizations, including participation in Disney’s Accelerator program, which has furthered its development of collaborative entertainment content. Tyffon is expanding its presence internationally with plans to open additional locations outside of Japan.

WED, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that focuses on providing an online data utilization platform. The company aims to address various challenges related to data usage by leveraging technology to offer a range of services. These services include data collection, user acquisition, data analysis, custom reporting, and credit card payment applications. WED's platform enables users to efficiently manage their data through a single portal, facilitating improved decision-making and operational efficiency. Additionally, WED broadcasts radio programs, further diversifying its business activities.

HRBrain, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in providing cloud-based human resource evaluation services. It operates an online platform designed to streamline the management and assessment of employee goals, offering centralized management of human resource data, personal evaluations, and organizational structure analysis. The platform enables businesses to visualize and analyze accumulated evaluation data, facilitating effective personnel evaluation and management of interview logs and target sheets. By leveraging its technology, HRBrain assists companies and HR professionals in developing strategic management measures to enhance workforce performance.

WAmazing is a Tokyo-based travel technology company that serves foreign visitors to Japan by combining mobile connectivity, content, and booking services. The company provides free SIM cards to allow travelers to register before arrival and offers an app with up to 500MB of complimentary internet access, reducing barriers created by Japanese signup pages. It also operates an online travel booking platform with a multilingual tourist guide, delivering reservations information and tourism content through smartphones. WAmazing supports local governments and tourism associations with tourism consulting and inbound marketing services for domestic partners, helping them reach inbound visitors. Founded in 2016, WAmazing integrates mobility, information, and reservations to simplify travel in Japan.

SQUEEZE Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in providing innovative solutions for the lodging business. Founded in 2014, SQUEEZE develops a range of software products aimed at enhancing the management of vacation rentals, hotels, and ryokans. Its offerings include Mister Suite, a comprehensive management system; SuiteBook, which facilitates operations for vacation and short-term rental properties; and Mister Suite Lab, a demand analysis tool that leverages market data for improved decision-making. Additionally, SQUEEZE provides the igloohome smart keybox, a Bluetooth-enabled device designed for secure key exchanges in various settings, and Minn, a hospitality technology platform that enhances guest accommodation experiences. The company focuses on streamlining operations for the hospitality industry, allowing operators to efficiently manage guest information and service requests while optimizing revenue.

PLANTIO is a Japan-based provider of IoT and AI powered agricultural solutions, developing and manufacturing farm equipment and offering plantation services. Its connected planter is a solar-powered, eco-friendly system designed to support sustainable farming. The company also delivers modular off-grid farming systems and AI-driven plantation services to optimize vegetable cultivation, improve efficiency, and reduce food waste. Through its IoT and AI technology, PLANTIO aims to enable proactive farm production and contribute to sustainable agriculture and a stable food environment. Headquartered in Minato, Japan, with an additional location in Shibuya, PLANTIO serves customers seeking sustainable, scalable, technologically enabled farming solutions.

bellFace Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing a web-based platform that facilitates video conferencing and business negotiation activities, particularly for business-to-business sales and customer support. The platform requires no login or installation, allowing users to connect within five seconds directly through their web browsers. It features a patented audio system that utilizes telephone lines to ensure clear communication without interruptions common in conventional web meeting systems. bellFace also includes functionalities such as document sharing and a script feature, creating an experience akin to face-to-face interactions. This system is specifically designed to support remote sales across various sectors, including banking and securities, enhancing the efficiency of inside sales teams.

Piazza, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing mobile applications aimed at providing regional information to residents in Japan. The company focuses on facilitating the development of new towns and communities by connecting various stakeholders involved in community planning and enhancement. Through its applications, Piazza seeks to improve local engagement and support the growth of vibrant, well-informed communities across the region.

PLANTIO is a Japan-based provider of IoT and AI powered agricultural solutions, developing and manufacturing farm equipment and offering plantation services. Its connected planter is a solar-powered, eco-friendly system designed to support sustainable farming. The company also delivers modular off-grid farming systems and AI-driven plantation services to optimize vegetable cultivation, improve efficiency, and reduce food waste. Through its IoT and AI technology, PLANTIO aims to enable proactive farm production and contribute to sustainable agriculture and a stable food environment. Headquartered in Minato, Japan, with an additional location in Shibuya, PLANTIO serves customers seeking sustainable, scalable, technologically enabled farming solutions.

One Visa, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing software solutions for visa application and management. Founded in 2015, One Visa offers an online platform that streamlines the visa application process for foreign employees by automating the creation of necessary application documents. The service also includes features for submitting these documents to the immigration bureau and managing visa application timelines. By simplifying these tasks, One Visa aims to facilitate a smoother and more efficient visa acquisition experience for its users.

Sprocket Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in customer development applications. It offers a web-based platform designed to enhance customer service and optimize conversion rates through user behavior analysis. Sprocket's tool allows businesses to implement improvement cycles based on customer service scenarios, focusing on hypotheses and verification through testing. By analyzing key performance indicators and behavioral data, Sprocket enables companies to enhance the customer experience tailored to various industries, fostering long-term connections with end users. The platform is compatible with both Android and iOS, making it accessible for a wide range of users.

CLAS, Inc. is a Japan-based company that specializes in online furniture rental and leasing services. It provides an e-commerce platform that caters to both individuals and corporations, offering rental and subscription options for furniture and home appliances. By facilitating access to essential furnishings and appliances, CLAS aims to meet the diverse needs of its customers in a convenient and flexible manner.

WAmazing is a Tokyo-based travel technology company that serves foreign visitors to Japan by combining mobile connectivity, content, and booking services. The company provides free SIM cards to allow travelers to register before arrival and offers an app with up to 500MB of complimentary internet access, reducing barriers created by Japanese signup pages. It also operates an online travel booking platform with a multilingual tourist guide, delivering reservations information and tourism content through smartphones. WAmazing supports local governments and tourism associations with tourism consulting and inbound marketing services for domestic partners, helping them reach inbound visitors. Founded in 2016, WAmazing integrates mobility, information, and reservations to simplify travel in Japan.

FAST JAPAN, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing comprehensive online travel information services for various destinations across Japan. Established in 2015, it offers a wide range of resources for travelers, including insights on food, events, souvenirs, festivals, culture, hotels, and shopping. Key locations covered by the company include major cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Yokohama, Kobe, Hiroshima, Okinawa, Fukuoka, and Hokkaido. Through its platform, FAST JAPAN aims to enhance the travel experience by delivering useful information that helps visitors navigate and enjoy the diverse offerings of Japan.

Babel Inc., established in Japan on August 25, 2017, specializes in video media solutions. It develops a video advertising platform that leverages AI and machine learning for targeted smartphone-based campaigns, empowering businesses to create and execute digital marketing strategies independently. Additionally, Babel offers a cloud-based sales analysis tool to facilitate business growth through data-driven insights.

WAmazing is a Tokyo-based travel technology company that serves foreign visitors to Japan by combining mobile connectivity, content, and booking services. The company provides free SIM cards to allow travelers to register before arrival and offers an app with up to 500MB of complimentary internet access, reducing barriers created by Japanese signup pages. It also operates an online travel booking platform with a multilingual tourist guide, delivering reservations information and tourism content through smartphones. WAmazing supports local governments and tourism associations with tourism consulting and inbound marketing services for domestic partners, helping them reach inbound visitors. Founded in 2016, WAmazing integrates mobility, information, and reservations to simplify travel in Japan.

Satori Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing a comprehensive marketing automation tool. This tool encompasses various functionalities, including lead management, lead generation, lead nurturing, lead qualification, and reporting. Satori aims to deliver creative and effective solutions tailored to their clients' needs, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. The company emphasizes a holistic approach to communications, offering a range of services in-house to meet diverse client requirements.

ClipLine provides a video-based service for businesses with multiple locations, facilitating management across diverse industries such as retail, nursing care, transportation, and factories. Launched in 2014, ClipLine serves approximately 15,000 stores and 420,000 users, promoting digital transformation and enhancing organizational execution.

Meleap is a Japanese company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing innovative gaming experiences. It offers an augmented reality (AR) sport called HADO, which combines physical activity with technology. Players wear head-mounted displays and armband sensors to compete in teams, using 'energy balls' or 'shields' to earn points.

Founded in Kyoto, Japan in 2017, Baseconnect develops and operates BaseconnectList, a corporate sales support database. It offers Musubu, a cloud-based platform utilizing AI to target corporate sales and create company lists for prospective customers, enhancing sales efficiency.

Tyffon Inc. is a developer of entertainment applications and immersive mixed reality experiences, founded in 2011 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California. The company initially gained recognition for its mobile applications, such as ZombieBooth, which transforms images into 3D animations, and other innovative apps that apply effects like gender morphing and zombification to photographs. Tyffon has evolved to focus on location-based virtual reality experiences, launching its first venue, TYFFONIUM, in Tokyo in 2017. This venue offers free-roam virtual reality experiences that integrate multi-sensory effects, allowing users to engage in hyper-realistic environments together. The company has also established partnerships with notable organizations, including participation in Disney’s Accelerator program, which has furthered its development of collaborative entertainment content. Tyffon is expanding its presence internationally with plans to open additional locations outside of Japan.

bellFace Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing a web-based platform that facilitates video conferencing and business negotiation activities, particularly for business-to-business sales and customer support. The platform requires no login or installation, allowing users to connect within five seconds directly through their web browsers. It features a patented audio system that utilizes telephone lines to ensure clear communication without interruptions common in conventional web meeting systems. bellFace also includes functionalities such as document sharing and a script feature, creating an experience akin to face-to-face interactions. This system is specifically designed to support remote sales across various sectors, including banking and securities, enhancing the efficiency of inside sales teams.

TownWiFi Inc. is a Japanese technology company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, with additional offices in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau. It specializes in developing mobile software that automates WiFi connectivity for users. The TownWiFi app enables users to seamlessly connect to nearby WiFi networks without the need for manual registration or authentication, streamlining the process of accessing the internet in various locations around the world. Through its innovative solution, TownWiFi enhances user convenience by eliminating the hassles typically associated with connecting to public WiFi networks.