GAAAT created unique artwork in partnership with a major Japanese IP content provider and hosted an art event in New York.
Secai Marche
Series A in 2024
Secai Marche is a platform that connects farmers, chefs, and consumers to source and deliver farm-direct ingredients. It enables restaurants to purchase high-quality products directly from farmers, offering end-to-end services such as sourcing, order processing, payment, and delivery. Through its Secai Marche and sanchoku offerings, the platform delivers seasonal, regionally sourced ingredients while helping small-scale farms access markets and achieve profitable sales. Founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo with an additional location in Kuala Lumpur, the company operates globally to promote economically viable, sustainable farming. By simplifying procurement and logistics, the platform supports farmers’ livelihoods and strengthens local supply chains for restaurants seeking fresh, traceable ingredients.
GITAI is a Tokyo-based space robotics company developing humanoid telepresence robots to enable labor in space. Founded in 2016, it designs and deploys robotic systems for tasks on space stations, lunar bases, satellites, and related infrastructure, with the aim of reducing human workload and operational costs. Its products include the G1 general-purpose robot for automating a broad range of internal and external activities on space platforms, the S1 for specialized tasks and on-orbit servicing, and the H1 robot manipulation system for ground-based teleoperation of in-space operations. Through agile development and vertical integration, GITAI seeks to advance safe, reliable robotic labor for exploration, construction, maintenance, and research in space.
RECOTECH
Seed Round in 2024
RECOTECH is a ClimateTech firm that collects and shares data to maximize resource value throughout its life cycle, offering circular solutions to organizations and municipalities in Japan and beyond.
Piazza
Venture Round in 2024
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.
SPeak Corporation
Seed Round in 2024
SPeak Corporation, founded in 2019 and based in Tokyo, Japan, develops web content and a web-matching platform aimed at connecting global talent with opportunities in Japan. The company's primary offerings include JPort Journal and JPort Match. JPort Match serves as a direct recruiting service and acts as a global career platform designed to support emerging talents in their career pursuits. Through its innovative solutions, SPeak Corporation seeks to facilitate better connections between job seekers and employers within Japan's evolving job market.
PR Table Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in corporate storytelling through its mobile application. The company offers a public relations platform that enables clients to create, accumulate, and utilize narratives for marketing and advertising purposes. This platform helps corporate clients effectively communicate their stories, focusing on aspects such as recruitment and the sharing of foundational episodes. By streamlining the storytelling process, PR Table aims to enhance how organizations convey their messages and engage with their audiences.
DAIZ Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2015, specializing in the production and supply of plant-based meat products. Based in Kumamoto, the company offers a product line known as "Miracle Meat," which utilizes germinated soybeans through its proprietary Ochiai Germination Method. DAIZ focuses on creating plant-based substitutes for traditional meat dishes, providing consumers with healthy and cruelty-free alternatives. In addition to its production efforts, the company also engages in research and development related to raw materials and drug discovery derived from germinated soybeans.
Pale Blue
Series B in 2023
Pale Blue is a technology company focused on water-based propulsion systems and satellite mobility infrastructure for the aerospace industry. It designs and manufactures thrusters for microsatellites, including water resistojet, water ion, and hybrid propulsion devices. The propulsion systems use water instead of hazardous propellants like hydrazine, supporting sustainable space operations and in-orbit maneuvers for small satellites. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Kashiwa, Japan.
GITAI is a Tokyo-based space robotics company developing humanoid telepresence robots to enable labor in space. Founded in 2016, it designs and deploys robotic systems for tasks on space stations, lunar bases, satellites, and related infrastructure, with the aim of reducing human workload and operational costs. Its products include the G1 general-purpose robot for automating a broad range of internal and external activities on space platforms, the S1 for specialized tasks and on-orbit servicing, and the H1 robot manipulation system for ground-based teleoperation of in-space operations. Through agile development and vertical integration, GITAI seeks to advance safe, reliable robotic labor for exploration, construction, maintenance, and research in space.
PostCoffee
Series A in 2022
Founded in Tokyo in 2018, PostCoffee is an online platform offering personalized coffee subscription services. It provides a curated selection of high-quality beans from around the world, delivering them directly to customers' doorsteps based on their preferences and a comprehensive coffee diagnosis.
ShareDine
Series A in 2022
Founded in 2017, ShareDine operates an online platform offering personalized nutritional guidance and cooking experiences. It provides subscription services for traveling chefs specializing in various lifestyles and health conditions, such as pregnancy, diabetes, and muscle training. The company offers corporate wellness services like meal seminars and on-site chef dispatching.
Kyash Inc. is a Japanese fintech company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo. It specializes in developing a wallet application and payment platform that enables consumers to make payments at Visa merchants and conduct peer-to-peer transactions. Kyash offers a range of services through its mobile application, including the ability for users to send and request instant money from friends using virtual and prepaid cards. Additionally, the company provides a proprietary technology platform that allows businesses to issue their own Visa cards to customers through its APIs, enhancing the payment experience. Through these services, Kyash aims to facilitate safe, quick, and convenient money transfers for both consumers and businesses.
DAIZ Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2015, specializing in the production and supply of plant-based meat products. Based in Kumamoto, the company offers a product line known as "Miracle Meat," which utilizes germinated soybeans through its proprietary Ochiai Germination Method. DAIZ focuses on creating plant-based substitutes for traditional meat dishes, providing consumers with healthy and cruelty-free alternatives. In addition to its production efforts, the company also engages in research and development related to raw materials and drug discovery derived from germinated soybeans.
DATAFLUCT
Venture Round in 2022
DATAFLUCT is a data science company in Japan that provides data management and machine learning services to address corporate and social issues. Its platform handles the collection, storage, analysis, and utilization of diverse data, enabling businesses to predict outcomes and create value from big data. The company focuses on multimodal data integration and rapid, high-precision data utilization through sustainable algorithms that balance environmental, social, customer, and economic value. It also offers tools such as a satellite imagery search service that broadens access to geospatial data, supporting data-driven decision making.
nearMe
Venture Round in 2022
NearMe Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in mobile application development for taxi ride-sharing services. The company's platform addresses social inefficiencies by facilitating real-time matching of individuals seeking to travel in the same direction, thereby enabling them to share taxi rides. NearMe's innovative approach aims to enhance the commuting experience, making it more comfortable and efficient for users. Through its technology-driven solution, the company seeks to contribute to a sustainable and enjoyable society by optimizing transportation options for its users.
Saleshub
Venture Round in 2022
Founded in Tokyo in 2014, Saleshub operates an online platform facilitating connections between individuals seeking side jobs, businesses looking for customers, and customers aiming to make referrals. The platform enables users to earn rewards by introducing acquaintances to relevant business opportunities.
Ax Robotix
Venture Round in 2022
Ax Robotix Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2019, specializing in the development of innovative products aimed at enhancing sleep quality. The company focuses on creating robotic sleep-aid devices, including smart beds equipped with advanced technologies such as a belt deformation mechanism that adapts to the user's body, effectively promoting better sleep efficiency. In addition to sleep solutions, Ax Robotix is also involved in research and development for potential cures for unknown diseases and drugs, as well as exploring advancements in space technology and athletic performance. Their product offerings include items like pixx and bexx, designed to assist users in achieving improved sleep outcomes.
Hibot
Venture Round in 2022
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2004, Hibot specializes in robotic platforms and related hardware and software solutions. The company provides robots for hazardous operations, infrastructure maintenance and inspection, and search & rescue missions.
TeTra
Venture Round in 2022
TeTra Aviation Corp. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018, specializing in the design, research, and manufacturing of flying cars. The company focuses on developing electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, aiming to revolutionize air mobility. TeTra's innovative single-seat flying cars are designed to enhance transportation options, particularly in emergency medical situations, allowing medical professionals to reach patients quickly in disaster areas or urban environments. In addition to its manufacturing capabilities, TeTra provides consulting and research services, offering comprehensive solutions that include both hardware and software development. Through its advancements in air mobility, TeTra strives to create new possibilities for personal and emergency transportation.
Radiotalk Corporation
Venture Round in 2022
Radiotalk Corporation develops a mobile application for recording and distributing audio programs, providing podcast services through its platform. Based in Tokyo, Japan, and founded in 2019, the company operates a voice distribution platform that includes daily chatting, consultations, and stand-up comedy content. The platform emphasizes content discovery through recommendations tailored to voice quality and speaking style, enabling users to create and listen to audio content with a tap. Radiotalk produces regular program content introducing material posted on the service to broaden audience reach. It is a subsidiary of XTech Co., Ltd., aligning its development of audio tools with an ecosystem of technology-driven media services.
400F
Venture Round in 2022
400F INC. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing money management and consultancy software solutions. Founded in 2017, it offers an application-based investment advisory platform designed to address financial challenges faced by individuals. Users can consult with experts about their financial issues at no cost after providing basic information, such as household budget and family structure. The platform also serves as a media resource, providing knowledge and strategies related to savings, asset management, and overall financial well-being. As a subsidiary of MoneyTech Design Co., Ltd, 400F INC. aims to enhance individuals' understanding and management of their financial situations.
HOMMA is a startup that designs modern homes and develops an artificial intelligence driven platform for connected living. The company brings together home builders, architects, designers, and engineers to create residences that integrate security, convenience, and comfort through smart devices and applications. The platform enables device and application integration and allows homeowners to tailor configurations to their preferences, enhancing the living experience. Founded in 2015 by Takeshi Homma, HOMMA operates with offices in the Bay Area, Portland and Tokyo.
Smart119 Inc. is a Chiba, Japan-based company founded in 2018, focused on enhancing emergency and critical care through advanced technology, including computer science and artificial intelligence. The company develops and operates acute medical systems, providing a platform designed for efficient patient information collection, processing, and sharing in emergency medical situations. One of its key projects, SmartDR, facilitates communication between medical staff during disasters by managing emergency contacts and gathering status updates. Smart119's healthcare platform incorporates various features such as an emergency medical support dashboard, history management, disaster crisis management, and research result sharing, aimed at assisting healthcare institutions, government bodies, medical offices, and laboratories in addressing challenges in medical care and on-site operations.
Clear
Venture Round in 2021
Clear is a Tokyo-based information services and web media company focused on the sake market. It provides content on domestic and international market trends, regulatory developments related to liquor tax, and overseas brewing prospects to help readers understand opportunities and issues in the sake industry. Founded in 2013, Clear delivers its information through web media platforms.
KiteRa
Venture Round in 2021
KiteRa Co., Ltd. is a technology company based in Minato, Japan, founded in 2019. It specializes in developing a cloud-based software as a service (SaaS) solution designed for regulation management. The KiteRa platform allows organizations to diagnose, create, and publish employment and internal rules online, facilitating compliance with evolving legal standards. It also helps companies navigate revisions that occur due to changes in legislation. By streamlining the process of creating and managing work regulations, KiteRa enhances operational efficiency and supports companies in implementing work style reforms effectively.
Crowd Credit
Venture Round in 2021
Crowdcredit is a cross-border marketplace lending platform that connects borrowers in financial deficit countries with investors in financial surplus countries. The company provides risk capital to individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) facing funding challenges. By offering attractive lending opportunities, Crowdcredit enables Japanese investors to lend to borrowers in a range of countries, including Peru, Cameroon, Estonia, Finland, Spain, and Italy. The platform aims to address the funding gaps experienced by borrowers while providing investors with viable credit investment options. In addition to its current operations, Crowdcredit plans to expand its lending activities into the Asian region outside of Japan.
DAIZ Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2015, specializing in the production and supply of plant-based meat products. Based in Kumamoto, the company offers a product line known as "Miracle Meat," which utilizes germinated soybeans through its proprietary Ochiai Germination Method. DAIZ focuses on creating plant-based substitutes for traditional meat dishes, providing consumers with healthy and cruelty-free alternatives. In addition to its production efforts, the company also engages in research and development related to raw materials and drug discovery derived from germinated soybeans.
Lisa Technologies
Venture Round in 2021
Lisa Technologies Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2017 that specializes in developing and operating a data analysis platform tailored for the restaurant industry. The company offers "Stores Score," a tool that collects user feedback through questionnaires and performs real-time data analysis on various aspects, including menu evaluations and customer service assessments. This platform aids restaurants in refining their offerings, enhancing existing menus, and optimizing service configurations. Additionally, Lisa Technologies is engaged in the planning and development of the "Food Delivery Manager" cloud and the "huriuri" food delivery brand franchise comparison. Through these initiatives, the company aims to support restaurants in improving their operations and service delivery.
KiteRa
Venture Round in 2021
KiteRa Co., Ltd. is a technology company based in Minato, Japan, founded in 2019. It specializes in developing a cloud-based software as a service (SaaS) solution designed for regulation management. The KiteRa platform allows organizations to diagnose, create, and publish employment and internal rules online, facilitating compliance with evolving legal standards. It also helps companies navigate revisions that occur due to changes in legislation. By streamlining the process of creating and managing work regulations, KiteRa enhances operational efficiency and supports companies in implementing work style reforms effectively.
Kyash
Venture Round in 2021
Kyash Inc. is a Japanese fintech company founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo. It specializes in developing a wallet application and payment platform that enables consumers to make payments at Visa merchants and conduct peer-to-peer transactions. Kyash offers a range of services through its mobile application, including the ability for users to send and request instant money from friends using virtual and prepaid cards. Additionally, the company provides a proprietary technology platform that allows businesses to issue their own Visa cards to customers through its APIs, enhancing the payment experience. Through these services, Kyash aims to facilitate safe, quick, and convenient money transfers for both consumers and businesses.
Solaris
Venture Round in 2021
Solaris Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the development and commercialization of soft robotics utilizing pneumatic artificial muscles technology. Founded in 2017, Solaris focuses on manufacturing and selling innovative soft robots designed to perform a variety of tasks. The company's expertise in artificial muscle technology positions it at the forefront of advancements in the field of robotics, where flexibility and adaptability are essential.
iCare Co., Ltd., established in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in health management solutions. It operates a cloud-based platform that consolidates and securely stores employee health information, including check-up results, stress levels, work hours, and consultation records. iCare's platform is designed to alleviate administrative burdens from businesses, enabling them to better manage employee health and well-being. The company is recognized as the leading health and labor cloud solution provider in Japan, catering to both small and medium-sized enterprises and large corporations expanding globally.
PostCoffee
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo in 2018, PostCoffee is an online platform offering personalized coffee subscription services. It provides a curated selection of high-quality beans from around the world, delivering them directly to customers' doorsteps based on their preferences and a comprehensive coffee diagnosis.
iQPS
Venture Round in 2020
iQPS Inc. is a space technology service provider based in Fukuoka City, Japan, founded in 2005. The company specializes in the research, development, design, manufacturing, and sales of satellites, onboard satellite equipment, precision instruments, and electronic devices. iQPS also offers technical consultation and conducts planning and operation of training sessions, workshops, and seminars focused on space technologies. Additionally, the company is involved in the acquisition and sale of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) image data from small SAR satellites, further expanding its capabilities in the space sector.
Founded in Japan in 2016, Synamon specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) solutions. Its flagship product, NEUTRANS, enables users to create, share, and optimize VR spaces for collaborative work and design reviews.
iMed Technologies
Venture Round in 2020
iMed Technologies develops an AI-based real-time surgical assistance system for procedures addressing cerebral infarction and subarachnoid hemorrhage. The company leverages extensive medical data and video analysis to support surgeons during operations, aiming to improve safety and outcomes. Its Neuro-Vascular Assist software uses medical image analysis and machine learning to provide real-time guidance, enabling surgeons to perform procedures with reduced dependence on individual operator skill. Founded in 2019 and based in Tokyo, Japan, iMed Technologies pursues safer medical services through advanced AI-assisted surgical tools.
LINK Japan
Seed Round in 2020
Link is a healthcare platform that helps provide a service that delivers caregivers anywhere, at any time. The company is developing a new nursing care system based on IT and technology, as well as a large platform that will serve as the cornerstone. Home-visit care offices currently provide these services throughout Japan.
Emotion Tech
Venture Round in 2020
Emotion Tech Inc. is a technology company focused on developing solutions that investigate, analyze, and visualize the emotions of customers and employees during various experiences. The company provides a cloud-based service that captures and analyzes customer feedback, enhancing management decision-making. Its proprietary platforms, Wizpra NPS for user experience management and Wizpra Card for employee experience management, allow real-time collection and analysis of emotional data, assisting businesses across various sectors such as e-commerce, apparel, fitness, communication, and sports manufacturing. Emotion Tech, founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, has established itself as a significant player in the field, with over 1,000 retail clients leveraging its solutions since the introduction of its platforms in 2014. The company aims to help organizations improve employee productivity, turnover rates, and overall operational effectiveness through insights derived from emotional data.
Pale Blue
Seed Round in 2020
Pale Blue is a technology company focused on water-based propulsion systems and satellite mobility infrastructure for the aerospace industry. It designs and manufactures thrusters for microsatellites, including water resistojet, water ion, and hybrid propulsion devices. The propulsion systems use water instead of hazardous propellants like hydrazine, supporting sustainable space operations and in-orbit maneuvers for small satellites. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Kashiwa, Japan.
ShareDine
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2017, ShareDine operates an online platform offering personalized nutritional guidance and cooking experiences. It provides subscription services for traveling chefs specializing in various lifestyles and health conditions, such as pregnancy, diabetes, and muscle training. The company offers corporate wellness services like meal seminars and on-site chef dispatching.
PR Table Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in corporate storytelling through its mobile application. The company offers a public relations platform that enables clients to create, accumulate, and utilize narratives for marketing and advertising purposes. This platform helps corporate clients effectively communicate their stories, focusing on aspects such as recruitment and the sharing of foundational episodes. By streamlining the storytelling process, PR Table aims to enhance how organizations convey their messages and engage with their audiences.
Antaa
Venture Round in 2020
Antaa, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that facilitates online connections among doctors to enhance medical treatment and decision-making. The company operates a platform that allows doctors to pose questions and receive answers from their peers, thereby fostering collaboration within the medical community. Antaa also provides resources for sharing medical research findings and reports, as well as a learning environment for medical professionals, curated by doctors themselves. By promoting knowledge exchange and offering access to second opinions, Antaa aims to support healthcare providers in delivering efficient and informed patient care.
Lebo Robotics
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in Japan in late 2018, Lebo Robotics specializes in wind turbine blade maintenance. It offers inspection robots equipped with AI for image analysis, along with repair materials and services to enhance safety and efficiency.
Prize, Inc., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Shinjuku, Japan, specializes in developing a consulting system aimed at enhancing labor productivity. The company offers a business efficiency services platform that focuses on maximizing the value of the workforce. Its platform supports work style reforms by streamlining document creation processes and providing comprehensive consulting services. Through quantitative and qualitative analysis, Prize helps clients improve workplace efficiency and optimize their business operations.
AIsing Ltd. specializes in developing embedded mechanical-motion-prediction solutions and statistical analysis tools, focusing on its flagship product, Deep Binary Tree (DBT) SaaS. This artificial intelligence program is designed for mechanical control, enabling accurate predictions of mechanical motion, particularly in applications such as industrial robots and home automation systems. The DBT SaaS is characterized by its lightweight and fast performance, allowing for dynamic and online learning, which facilitates real-time adaptation and predictive accuracy. AIsing also provides hardware pre-installed with DBT software, streamlining the construction of various applications. The company's services are offered on a subscription basis, supplemented by royalties from products utilizing their technology. Founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, AIsing aims to deliver quality learning and prediction capabilities, even with low-spec computer resources.
Address Japan
Venture Round in 2020
Address Japan is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in co-living services, offering a diverse range of luxurious residences across urban and rural areas in Japan. The company provides an online property rental marketplace that allows users to access a variety of comfortable properties equipped with essential amenities. With a fixed-price membership service, Address Japan enables individuals to enjoy flexible living arrangements without the complexities of traditional rental agreements. This model facilitates a flat-rate system, making it easy for people to live in different locations throughout the country.
Ellie Inc. is a company based in Nakano, Japan, that specializes in producing food items derived from silkworms. Founded in 2017, Ellie focuses on creating sustainable meals by harnessing the nutritional benefits of silkworms. The company aims to promote insect-based cuisine as a viable and nutritious food option, contributing to the growing interest in alternative protein sources. Through its innovative approach, Ellie provides consumers with wholesome and environmentally friendly meal choices.
9Lione
Venture Round in 2020
9Lione is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in cloud-based drug management systems. Established in August 2018, it offers a solution that simplifies the complexities of medicine management through the use of optical character recognition (OCR) technology. This enables the system to read prescriptions and automatically generate and update drug inventory lists. Additionally, 9Lione's platform is capable of managing medication on a per-capsule basis and tracking expiration dates using barcodes. By providing healthcare providers with a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, 9Lione enhances the efficiency of pharmaceutical management, making it easier for professionals to oversee their drug inventories.
Scalar, Inc. is a data management technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in researching and developing software solutions that utilize distributed ledger technology. Its primary products include Scalar DB, a distributed database software, and Scalar DL, a distributed ledger software. These solutions are designed to support business operators in transforming their operations by leveraging the scalability and tamper-resistant features of distributed register technology. In addition to its core software offerings, Scalar also provides analytics services to enhance data management capabilities.
Clear
Venture Round in 2020
Clear is a Tokyo-based information services and web media company focused on the sake market. It provides content on domestic and international market trends, regulatory developments related to liquor tax, and overseas brewing prospects to help readers understand opportunities and issues in the sake industry. Founded in 2013, Clear delivers its information through web media platforms.
Border
Venture Round in 2020
Border Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the planning, development, operation, and sales of business travel services. The company offers a comprehensive range of facilities for business trips, including flight and hotel bookings, car rentals, and visa assistance, as well as mobile phone and insurance services. Border has developed a cloud-based business travel management platform that enables users to arrange and manage their trips efficiently. Through a dedicated chat system, business travelers can communicate directly with operators to make reservations based on their travel history, facilitating quick decision-making. This innovative approach provides businesses with a streamlined method to manage travel arrangements while minimizing hassles.
VAAK
Venture Round in 2019
VAAK Inc. is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence (AI) software tailored for security, automation, and analytical purposes. Founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, VAAK develops innovative solutions such as VAAK EYE, which analyzes images from security cameras to detect suspicious behavior and sends real-time alerts to prevent shoplifting. Additionally, VAAKPAY serves as an integrated AI solution that enhances operational efficiency, reduces fraud, and conducts in-store analysis. The company's technology not only focuses on crime prevention but also provides marketing insights by analyzing customer purchasing behavior, considering factors such as demographics and product returns. Through its advanced video analysis capabilities, VAAK aims to support retail businesses in improving security and optimizing customer engagement.
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.
AIsing
Venture Round in 2019
AIsing Ltd. specializes in developing embedded mechanical-motion-prediction solutions and statistical analysis tools, focusing on its flagship product, Deep Binary Tree (DBT) SaaS. This artificial intelligence program is designed for mechanical control, enabling accurate predictions of mechanical motion, particularly in applications such as industrial robots and home automation systems. The DBT SaaS is characterized by its lightweight and fast performance, allowing for dynamic and online learning, which facilitates real-time adaptation and predictive accuracy. AIsing also provides hardware pre-installed with DBT software, streamlining the construction of various applications. The company's services are offered on a subscription basis, supplemented by royalties from products utilizing their technology. Founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, AIsing aims to deliver quality learning and prediction capabilities, even with low-spec computer resources.
Arithmer Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the application of artificial intelligence and modern mathematics across various industries. The company develops innovative AI-driven systems, including advanced robotic technologies and natural language processing tools that automate report generation and facilitate big data analysis. Its product portfolio encompasses a diverse range of solutions such as arithmetic optical character recognition, AI inspection systems, chatbot applications, crisis management tools, and 3D vision robotics. By integrating sophisticated mathematical techniques and AI, Arithmer aims to enhance operational accuracy and efficiency, addressing complex challenges that traditional methods cannot resolve.
Smart119
Seed Round in 2019
Smart119 Inc. is a Chiba, Japan-based company founded in 2018, focused on enhancing emergency and critical care through advanced technology, including computer science and artificial intelligence. The company develops and operates acute medical systems, providing a platform designed for efficient patient information collection, processing, and sharing in emergency medical situations. One of its key projects, SmartDR, facilitates communication between medical staff during disasters by managing emergency contacts and gathering status updates. Smart119's healthcare platform incorporates various features such as an emergency medical support dashboard, history management, disaster crisis management, and research result sharing, aimed at assisting healthcare institutions, government bodies, medical offices, and laboratories in addressing challenges in medical care and on-site operations.
Zenport
Venture Round in 2019
Zenport Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, develops cloud-based software solutions for shipping management and document management. The company operates under the mission to serve as "the common language for the global supply chain." Zenport offers an enterprise SaaS platform designed for global supply chain management (SCM), enabling various stakeholders to collaborate effectively across borders and functions despite ongoing disruptions in SCM. Their product provides visual insights into clients' SCM processes, supporting decision-making with highly flexible, automated data integration. This is achieved through a patented concept of simplified and standardized data schema, which addresses the inefficiencies of traditional offline communications such as emails, calls, and Excel spreadsheets.
Crevo
Venture Round in 2019
Crevo Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that operates a web-based platform facilitating language-free open crowdsourcing contests for custom design. Founded in 2012 and formerly known as PurpleCow Inc., Crevo enables users to access a global pool of creative talent to obtain tailored design solutions. The company also operates an animation studio that provides crowdsourced animation production services, allowing freelancers to produce advertisements and promotional videos. Through its innovative approach, Crevo connects creators with clients, streamlining the design process while fostering a collaborative environment.
Challenergy
Venture Round in 2019
Founded in Tokyo in 2014, Challenergy specializes in manufacturing innovative wind turbines. Their flagship product is the Magnus X Vertical Axis Wind Turbine, designed to generate electricity reliably and safely, even in challenging conditions like strong winds or changing directions.
Nature Innovation Group
Venture Round in 2019
Nature Innovation Group Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that operates i-kasa, a mobile-based umbrella-sharing platform. The platform allows customers in Japan to easily search for and rent umbrellas through a mobile application, providing a convenient solution for inclement weather. Users can access umbrellas from various rental spots, helping to ensure they stay dry and comfortable during rainy days. By combining technology with a practical service, the company addresses the everyday needs of individuals seeking shelter from the rain.
Tripla is a prominent IT service provider in Japan, specializing in solutions for various industries including hospitality, transportation, and retail. The company focuses on enhancing the travel experience for tourists by offering a platform that allows for seamless reservations in multiple languages through chat and voice interfaces. Tripla's AI-driven chatbot delivers effective BPO services, facilitating cost reduction in daily inquiries while providing multilingual support. This service has gained popularity among clients, which include hotels and transportation companies. Additionally, Tripla offers a hotel reservation engine that features an OTA price comparison tool and an automatic best rate adjustment function. This innovation has led to a notable increase in in-house reservations and has positively impacted profitability for its customers.
iCare
Venture Round in 2019
iCare Co., Ltd., established in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in health management solutions. It operates a cloud-based platform that consolidates and securely stores employee health information, including check-up results, stress levels, work hours, and consultation records. iCare's platform is designed to alleviate administrative burdens from businesses, enabling them to better manage employee health and well-being. The company is recognized as the leading health and labor cloud solution provider in Japan, catering to both small and medium-sized enterprises and large corporations expanding globally.
AETAS Pharma
Venture Round in 2019
AETAS Pharma Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based pharmaceutical company founded in May 2000 that specializes in the research, development, and licensing of innovative pharmaceutical products. Originally established as Aetas Co., Ltd., the company rebranded in September 2004 to reflect its focus on drug discovery aimed at improving cardiac and renal function. AETAS Pharma has principally concentrated on developing therapeutics for atrial fibrillation, a common heart condition, acknowledging the current lack of definitive treatments for this disease. Through its dedicated pipeline and commitment to advancing cardiac health, AETAS Pharma aims to address the needs of patients suffering from these critical conditions.
Taskey
Venture Round in 2019
Taskey, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing software for novelists and illustrators to create stories. The company aims to foster a community for smartphone novelists, expanding the creation and sharing of literary works globally. Through its innovative platform, Taskey provides tools and resources that facilitate the storytelling process, catering to the needs of both emerging and established writers in the digital age.
Freecle
Venture Round in 2019
Freecle Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of innovative hearing devices. The company's products are designed to address hearing challenges by incorporating advanced biotechnology, including features such as voice cancellation and a proprietary smartphone application that measures audibility. This technology allows users to adjust their hearing capabilities, enabling them to enjoy sound and engage in conversations within limited spaces. Freecle aims to enhance human hearing and create an inclusive environment where individuals with hearing impairments can fully participate in social interactions.
Founded in Japan in 2016, Synamon specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) solutions. Its flagship product, NEUTRANS, enables users to create, share, and optimize VR spaces for collaborative work and design reviews.
Border
Venture Round in 2019
Border Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the planning, development, operation, and sales of business travel services. The company offers a comprehensive range of facilities for business trips, including flight and hotel bookings, car rentals, and visa assistance, as well as mobile phone and insurance services. Border has developed a cloud-based business travel management platform that enables users to arrange and manage their trips efficiently. Through a dedicated chat system, business travelers can communicate directly with operators to make reservations based on their travel history, facilitating quick decision-making. This innovative approach provides businesses with a streamlined method to manage travel arrangements while minimizing hassles.
Ellie
Venture Round in 2019
Ellie Inc. is a company based in Nakano, Japan, that specializes in producing food items derived from silkworms. Founded in 2017, Ellie focuses on creating sustainable meals by harnessing the nutritional benefits of silkworms. The company aims to promote insect-based cuisine as a viable and nutritious food option, contributing to the growing interest in alternative protein sources. Through its innovative approach, Ellie provides consumers with wholesome and environmentally friendly meal choices.
9Lione
Venture Round in 2019
9Lione is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in cloud-based drug management systems. Established in August 2018, it offers a solution that simplifies the complexities of medicine management through the use of optical character recognition (OCR) technology. This enables the system to read prescriptions and automatically generate and update drug inventory lists. Additionally, 9Lione's platform is capable of managing medication on a per-capsule basis and tracking expiration dates using barcodes. By providing healthcare providers with a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, 9Lione enhances the efficiency of pharmaceutical management, making it easier for professionals to oversee their drug inventories.
Clear
Venture Round in 2019
Clear is a Tokyo-based information services and web media company focused on the sake market. It provides content on domestic and international market trends, regulatory developments related to liquor tax, and overseas brewing prospects to help readers understand opportunities and issues in the sake industry. Founded in 2013, Clear delivers its information through web media platforms.
Prize
Venture Round in 2019
Prize, Inc., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Shinjuku, Japan, specializes in developing a consulting system aimed at enhancing labor productivity. The company offers a business efficiency services platform that focuses on maximizing the value of the workforce. Its platform supports work style reforms by streamlining document creation processes and providing comprehensive consulting services. Through quantitative and qualitative analysis, Prize helps clients improve workplace efficiency and optimize their business operations.
Address Japan
Venture Round in 2019
Address Japan is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in co-living services, offering a diverse range of luxurious residences across urban and rural areas in Japan. The company provides an online property rental marketplace that allows users to access a variety of comfortable properties equipped with essential amenities. With a fixed-price membership service, Address Japan enables individuals to enjoy flexible living arrangements without the complexities of traditional rental agreements. This model facilitates a flat-rate system, making it easy for people to live in different locations throughout the country.
PR Table Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in corporate storytelling through its mobile application. The company offers a public relations platform that enables clients to create, accumulate, and utilize narratives for marketing and advertising purposes. This platform helps corporate clients effectively communicate their stories, focusing on aspects such as recruitment and the sharing of foundational episodes. By streamlining the storytelling process, PR Table aims to enhance how organizations convey their messages and engage with their audiences.
Farmally
Seed Round in 2018
Farmally is aiming to make agricultural production more efficient and realize sustainable agriculture through the agricultural machinery marketplace business. It lists all the machines and equipment necessary for agricultural production, including used agricultural machines that are hard to find in stock. According to the customer's request, Pharmay will consistently handle purchasing, sales, delivery, and maintenance.
The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Logbar
Venture Round in 2018
Logbar Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2013, specializing in the development of innovative communication devices and wearable technology. Its flagship products include Ring ZERO, a gesture-controlled device that enables users to interact with smartphones, tablets, and various electronics through hand gestures, and iLi, recognized as the world's first wearable translator designed for travelers. iLi functions independently without requiring an internet connection, facilitating seamless communication across language barriers. Logbar aims to enhance the ease of communication through its advanced technology, offering solutions that transform gestures into digital actions, allowing users to send texts, control home appliances, and manage other tasks efficiently. Based in Tokyo, Logbar is focused on creating new opportunities for interaction and connectivity.
Aromajoin
Venture Round in 2018
Aromajoin Corporation, established in 2012 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in the manufacture and sale of aroma control devices and cartridges. The company's core products include the "Aroma Shooter," an aroma display system utilizing space-time aroma control technology, and the "Aroma Stage," an internet-based platform facilitating user interaction. Aromajoin also develops software and contents to enhance aroma control capabilities, offering aroma-integrated applications and games.
Scalar, Inc. is a data management technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in researching and developing software solutions that utilize distributed ledger technology. Its primary products include Scalar DB, a distributed database software, and Scalar DL, a distributed ledger software. These solutions are designed to support business operators in transforming their operations by leveraging the scalability and tamper-resistant features of distributed register technology. In addition to its core software offerings, Scalar also provides analytics services to enhance data management capabilities.
Arithmer Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the application of artificial intelligence and modern mathematics across various industries. The company develops innovative AI-driven systems, including advanced robotic technologies and natural language processing tools that automate report generation and facilitate big data analysis. Its product portfolio encompasses a diverse range of solutions such as arithmetic optical character recognition, AI inspection systems, chatbot applications, crisis management tools, and 3D vision robotics. By integrating sophisticated mathematical techniques and AI, Arithmer aims to enhance operational accuracy and efficiency, addressing complex challenges that traditional methods cannot resolve.
Tripla
Venture Round in 2018
Tripla is a prominent IT service provider in Japan, specializing in solutions for various industries including hospitality, transportation, and retail. The company focuses on enhancing the travel experience for tourists by offering a platform that allows for seamless reservations in multiple languages through chat and voice interfaces. Tripla's AI-driven chatbot delivers effective BPO services, facilitating cost reduction in daily inquiries while providing multilingual support. This service has gained popularity among clients, which include hotels and transportation companies. Additionally, Tripla offers a hotel reservation engine that features an OTA price comparison tool and an automatic best rate adjustment function. This innovation has led to a notable increase in in-house reservations and has positively impacted profitability for its customers.
Taskey
Venture Round in 2018
Taskey, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing software for novelists and illustrators to create stories. The company aims to foster a community for smartphone novelists, expanding the creation and sharing of literary works globally. Through its innovative platform, Taskey provides tools and resources that facilitate the storytelling process, catering to the needs of both emerging and established writers in the digital age.
Aromajoin
Venture Round in 2018
Aromajoin Corporation, established in 2012 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in the manufacture and sale of aroma control devices and cartridges. The company's core products include the "Aroma Shooter," an aroma display system utilizing space-time aroma control technology, and the "Aroma Stage," an internet-based platform facilitating user interaction. Aromajoin also develops software and contents to enhance aroma control capabilities, offering aroma-integrated applications and games.
Plaid
Venture Round in 2018
Plaid, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops and operates KARTE, a cloud-based customer experience platform designed to enhance customer interactions on websites and applications. Founded in 2011, the platform analyzes user behavior to facilitate personalized communication with customers. In addition to its primary offering, Plaid engages in the planning and management of specialized media, including EC-focused media called Shopping Tribe and customer experience-oriented media known as XD. The company's services cater to a diverse range of industries, including finance, insurance, human resources, retail, real estate, IT, media, travel, manufacturing, healthcare, and education. By leveraging data analysis, Plaid aims to optimize customer engagement and streamline communication strategies for its clients.
XTIA Co., Ltd., established in 2002 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development, manufacture, and sale of high-precision measurement instruments and 3D scanners. The company's core technology, the patented optical frequency comb laser (Optocomb), enables non-contact, micrometer-precise detection of objects up to 78 meters away. Xtia's products cater to diverse industries, including automotive, aerospace, and heavy industry, aiding in quality improvement, automated inspection, and digital and visual inspection applications. The company collaborates with major Japanese and international corporations to integrate its unique technology into their operations, enhancing automation, smart factory initiatives, and telecommunication advancements.
Arithmer
Seed Round in 2018
Arithmer Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the application of artificial intelligence and modern mathematics across various industries. The company develops innovative AI-driven systems, including advanced robotic technologies and natural language processing tools that automate report generation and facilitate big data analysis. Its product portfolio encompasses a diverse range of solutions such as arithmetic optical character recognition, AI inspection systems, chatbot applications, crisis management tools, and 3D vision robotics. By integrating sophisticated mathematical techniques and AI, Arithmer aims to enhance operational accuracy and efficiency, addressing complex challenges that traditional methods cannot resolve.
Challenergy
Venture Round in 2018
Founded in Tokyo in 2014, Challenergy specializes in manufacturing innovative wind turbines. Their flagship product is the Magnus X Vertical Axis Wind Turbine, designed to generate electricity reliably and safely, even in challenging conditions like strong winds or changing directions.
Adish
Venture Round in 2018
Adish Co., Ltd., established in 2014 and based in Tokyo, specializes in Internet monitoring and social media management services. It assists businesses in managing their online presence, preventing cyberbullying, and providing efficient customer support. Adish also offers localization, customer activation, and chatbot services, aiming to create a society where information is accessible and non-intrusive.
iQPS
Venture Round in 2017
iQPS Inc. is a space technology service provider based in Fukuoka City, Japan, founded in 2005. The company specializes in the research, development, design, manufacturing, and sales of satellites, onboard satellite equipment, precision instruments, and electronic devices. iQPS also offers technical consultation and conducts planning and operation of training sessions, workshops, and seminars focused on space technologies. Additionally, the company is involved in the acquisition and sale of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) image data from small SAR satellites, further expanding its capabilities in the space sector.
Gatari
Venture Round in 2017
Gatari specializes in developing innovative virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) services. Its flagship product is Auris, a futuristic audio guide that visualizes voice for enhanced communication, along with Vismuth, an AR camera app transforming reality into interactive stories.
NejiLaw
Venture Round in 2017
NejiLaw Inc. is a Japan-based manufacturer specializing in high-performance screws designed to prevent loosening and associated accidents. The company focuses on enhancing the safety and reliability of fastening solutions, thereby promoting safer construction practices. NejiLaw's innovative products not only aim to minimize the risk of accidents caused by traditional screw fasteners but also contribute to economic advantages, including shorter construction times and reduced maintenance costs. With a commitment to improving fastening technology, NejiLaw serves as a critical player in the industrial fastening sector.
Crevo
Venture Round in 2017
Crevo Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that operates a web-based platform facilitating language-free open crowdsourcing contests for custom design. Founded in 2012 and formerly known as PurpleCow Inc., Crevo enables users to access a global pool of creative talent to obtain tailored design solutions. The company also operates an animation studio that provides crowdsourced animation production services, allowing freelancers to produce advertisements and promotional videos. Through its innovative approach, Crevo connects creators with clients, streamlining the design process while fostering a collaborative environment.
hey Japan
Venture Round in 2017
Hey, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in the integration, planning, development, and management of e-commerce portals and businesses. The company aims to foster an economy driven by commitment, passion, and enjoyment. It supports the digital transformation of businesses by providing solutions for opening online shops, implementing point-of-sale cash registers, enabling cashless payment systems, and facilitating online reservation systems. Through its innovative approach, Hey, Inc. plays a significant role in enhancing the digital landscape for various enterprises in Japan.
Xshell Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development of Internet of Things (IoT) software and hardware. The company focuses on creating solutions that integrate various components of IoT, including networking, computing, enclosures, and software. Xshell possesses the expertise necessary to connect devices to the Internet, facilitating data accumulation and feedback mechanisms. By leveraging its comprehensive skill set, Xshell aims to advance the capabilities of IoT technologies.
FacePeer
Venture Round in 2017
FacePeer, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015, specializing in the development and operation of digital communication platforms. The company offers FaceHub, a web-based solution for face-to-face communications, and Viewhub, which focuses on facilitating online job interviews. By providing tailored solutions that adapt to various operating systems and challenges, FacePeer aims to enhance operational efficiency and transform workplace practices. Its platforms are designed to support business-to-business-to-customer interactions, contributing to the sustainable growth of organizations through effective online communication. Ultimately, FacePeer seeks to foster a connected society that promotes collective development and collaboration.
HOMMA
Venture Round in 2017
HOMMA is a startup that designs modern homes and develops an artificial intelligence driven platform for connected living. The company brings together home builders, architects, designers, and engineers to create residences that integrate security, convenience, and comfort through smart devices and applications. The platform enables device and application integration and allows homeowners to tailor configurations to their preferences, enhancing the living experience. Founded in 2015 by Takeshi Homma, HOMMA operates with offices in the Bay Area, Portland and Tokyo.
Goodpatch
Series C in 2017
Goodpatch, Inc. is a design-focused company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in UI/UX design consulting services. Founded in 2011, it offers a range of services including product design, business model design, brand experience design, and organizational design. Additionally, Goodpatch provides software development services and various tools to support designers and teams, such as Prott, a prototyping tool that facilitates team collaboration, and Athena, an XR tool for designing and testing connected car experiences. The company also runs ReDesigner, a career support service for designers, and operates Goodpatch Anywhere, a fully remote design team.
Medley
Venture Round in 2017
Medley, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2009, specializing in recruitment and medical business platforms in Japan. The company operates through three primary segments: Recruitment Platform Business, Medical Platform Business, and New Services. Its key offerings include JobMedley, a recruitment system tailored for the medical and healthcare sectors; CLINICS Telemedicine, enabling virtual consultations between patients and medical institutions; and CLINICS, a cloud-based medical support system. Medley also provides MEDLEY, a medical information service designed to aid patients, and Kaigo-no Honne, a platform for searching nursing care facilities. Additionally, the company develops medical accounting software, thereby contributing to the healthcare industry's digital transformation. Medley aims to facilitate enhanced communication and connection between patients and healthcare providers, promoting a comprehensive understanding of medical information in society.
TMS Co., Ltd., established in 2005 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a clinical-stage biotechnology company. It specializes in developing drug candidates and medical technologies derived from academic research. TMS focuses on a unique group of small molecule compounds, known as SMTPs, which exhibit both thrombolytic and anti-inflammatory properties. The company's lead compound, TMS-007, is currently in a Phase IIa clinical trial for the treatment of acute ischemic stroke, in partnership with Biogen.
FOLIO Co., Ltd., based in Tokyo, Japan, operates a web-based asset management platform that simplifies the investment process through the use of artificial intelligence. The platform allows users to diversify their investments by selecting specific themes and provides tools for both active and passive stock traders to manage their personal trading securities. By enabling investors to engage with multiple companies, FOLIO helps users mitigate risks associated with stock price fluctuations, making asset management more accessible and efficient.
SoundFun
Venture Round in 2017
SoundFun Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2013 that specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of speakers. The company aims to provide sound solutions that prioritize safety, security, and comfort for users around the world. By focusing on high-quality audio experiences, SoundFun seeks to enhance the way individuals interact with sound in various environments.