Monstar Lab
Venture Round in 2020
Monstar Lab, Inc. is a software development firm headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, specializing in creating customized software solutions for a diverse range of clients. Founded in 2006, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes project planning, market analysis, design, mobile application development, web services, and legacy migration. With a global presence, Monstar Lab employs over 1,200 engineers and creators across 26 cities in 15 countries, providing access to top talent and expertise. Its services also encompass web marketing, product localization, co-working spaces, robotic process automation, game development, streaming services, HR technology, and educational programs. By combining innovative technology with skilled professionals, Monstar Lab aims to deliver effective solutions that empower businesses and enhance user experiences worldwide.
Monstar Lab
Venture Round in 2020
Monstar Lab, Inc. is a software development firm headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, specializing in creating customized software solutions for a diverse range of clients. Founded in 2006, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes project planning, market analysis, design, mobile application development, web services, and legacy migration. With a global presence, Monstar Lab employs over 1,200 engineers and creators across 26 cities in 15 countries, providing access to top talent and expertise. Its services also encompass web marketing, product localization, co-working spaces, robotic process automation, game development, streaming services, HR technology, and educational programs. By combining innovative technology with skilled professionals, Monstar Lab aims to deliver effective solutions that empower businesses and enhance user experiences worldwide.
Voicy, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops a voice news application for mobile platforms, established in 2016. The application recruits media personalities and news organizations, allowing entertainers to read the news and deliver the latest information in an engaging manner. As technology evolves, Voicy focuses on audio as a medium, leveraging voice distribution networks to provide innovative content. The company aims to enhance user experiences by integrating voice technology into daily life, enabling seamless access to information without interrupting routine activities. Through its unique approach to audio broadcasting, Voicy seeks to create value in society by transforming how news and entertainment are consumed.
Wired Beans
Venture Round in 2018
Wired Beans Inc., founded in 2009 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the manufacture and sale of glasses, furniture, and various goods. The company operates both physical showrooms and an e-commerce platform, which it developed to enhance local economic growth and support the preservation of Japanese culture through digital business initiatives. In addition to its retail operations, Wired Beans provides services for online shop management, web service development, and payment management systems, enabling clients to effectively manage their brands using advanced digital technologies.
Kaizen Platform
Series C in 2017
Kaizen Platform, Inc. is a marketing technology company that provides a comprehensive online platform for brands, agencies, and freelancers to enhance digital customer experiences. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, with an additional office in Tokyo, the company offers a suite of solutions, including Kaizen, an enterprise marketing platform that integrates multichannel collaboration software with a network of designers and copywriters. This allows users to create, test, and optimize marketing content across various digital channels. Key offerings include KAIZEN Sales for enhancing remote sales, UX solutions for improving user interfaces, and KAIZEN Ad for scalable video ad production. Kaizen also supports digital transformation through training courses and enables users to personalize content, automate conversions, and access analytics for performance improvement. The company serves diverse sectors such as retail, finance, travel, and healthcare, positioning itself as a valuable resource for optimizing marketing efforts without the need for extensive internal resources.
Pulit Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing distribution technologies for digital image and video content. The company focuses on enhancing the connection between content creators and users through its innovative digital watermarking technology, known as RIC. This technology allows for secure and efficient distribution of digital media, ensuring that content is properly attributed and protected.
Wacul Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2010 that specializes in web improvement consulting services. The firm focuses on simplifying the decision-making processes for enterprises through the integration of artificial intelligence. Wacul supports digital transformation by offering a range of services, including its AI analyst series, which encompasses a digital marketing platform and various consulting services related to digital experience (DX).
Note, Inc. is a Japan-based company that operates an online platform designed for content authors to sell their articles and publish various forms of media, including text, images, and audio. Founded in 2011 and formerly known as Piece of Cake, Inc., the company rebranded to Note, Inc. in April 2020. The platform facilitates a seamless interaction between creators and readers, enabling easy updates and allowing users to track daily information. Note aims to foster a comfortable environment for creators to produce and deliver content effectively to their audience.
Data Artist
Venture Round in 2016
Data Artist Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in AI-based marketing solutions that address a wide range of challenges across both digital and traditional marketing channels. The company focuses on integrating Big Data and AI technologies to provide comprehensive consulting services in various sectors, including politics, healthcare, finance, and urban development. By offering data-driven marketing and consulting software, Data Artist supports clients in transforming their business operations and achieving sustainable growth through effective communication and marketing strategies.
Life is Tech
Venture Round in 2016
Life is Tech is an educational platform focused on enhancing the skills of elementary and junior high school students in coding and information technology. The company organizes coding camps and collaborates with local governments to implement various programs such as Tech for Local, Be Startup, Code Girls, and Tech for Teachers. These initiatives aim to foster students' creativity and improve their proficiency in coding, preparing them for future opportunities in technology.
Xica Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in applied data science and information technology systems. Founded in February 2012, it focuses on the development of tools and consulting services aimed at enhancing marketing effectiveness. Xica is known for MAGELLAN, a leading Marketing Mix Modeling tool in Japan that supports over 200 major brands. This tool enables clients to quantify the impact of both offline and online advertising campaigns by integrating and analyzing promotional data. By automating and visualizing complex data, Xica helps advertisers optimize their marketing strategies without requiring extensive analytical expertise.
Data Vehicle
Seed Round in 2015
Data Vehicle specializes in IT marketing research and consulting, focusing on the planning, production, maintenance, and operation of various media, including digital content. The company develops data analysis tools that streamline the process of big data acquisition and analysis, allowing clients to efficiently prepare and analyze large datasets without requiring programming skills. By emphasizing accessibility and usability, Data Vehicle aims to enhance efficiency in data processing operations for its clients.
Foodison
Venture Round in 2015
Foodison, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2013 that operates a platform called UOPOCHI, enabling customers to order fish and related food products from various listed restaurants. The company also runs a fresh fish specialty store named Sakana bacca, which offers marine products sourced from diverse origins. Additionally, Foodison provides a wholesale service, Fish Poti, catering to restaurants. Through its innovative use of technology, the company is focused on enhancing the distribution of fresh groceries within the fishery sector.
DataX is a business that specializes in providing an integrated digital marketing platform known as B-dash, developed by from scratch Co., Ltd. Established in 2010 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, the company offers a range of services including support for business strategy planning, new business development, analytical services, and business process construction. B-dash is notable for its ability to accumulate and utilize vast amounts of data, featuring 32 million unique customer IDs and a significant financial data component amounting to 92 billion yen. The platform's capabilities are enhanced through strategic partnerships, including a notable contract with KKR and Goldman Sachs in 2019, which underscores its importance in the IT and marketing sectors.
Aoi Co. is a Tokyo-based company that provides "Aoi Zemi," a free online lecture service designed for junior high and middle school students. The platform has successfully attracted over 3,000 users and boasts an impressive entrance exam passing rate of 86.3% for students aiming for their preferred universities. Aoi Co. is focused on enhancing its system development capabilities and plans to launch a learning state monitoring app for parents in September.
MFS, Inc. is a consumer lending company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in online mortgage services. Founded in 2009, MFS simplifies the mortgage process by allowing consumers to secure home loans without the need to search for, apply for, or negotiate with traditional financial institutions. The company's innovative approach has garnered significant media attention, with features in prominent outlets such as NHK, Nihon Keizai Shimbun, and Yomiuri Shimbun.
TypeBeeGroup
Venture Round in 2015
TypeBeeGroup is a planning, development and operation of "Cashback Rental", a rental information site where you can get festive money.
Quan Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing characters and game content for smartphone applications and web platforms. Established in 2011, the company offers a diverse portfolio of over 500 characters, including popular figures such as Betakkuma, Sugar Cubs, and Mr. Egg, which are used in chat applications and mobile services primarily in Japan and Southeast Asia. In addition to character development, Quan Inc. creates content for social and casual games, as well as keyboard and sticker applications. The company also provides global content distribution services and engages in public relations and advertising, focusing on market research, translation, and game management.
IID, Inc. is a diversified company based in Tokyo, Japan, that operates in the media, research, and media commerce sectors. It manages a variety of content across 20 genres through 47 websites and five magazines, covering topics such as information technology, automotive, education, entertainment, and lifestyle. The company specializes in marketing research and consulting services, offering both quantitative and qualitative analysis, including overseas investigations and consumer behavior insights. Additionally, IID provides an application service provider (ASP) system for e-commerce operators and IT infrastructure services, including private cloud solutions for its clients. Originally founded as IRI Commerce & Technology Inc. in 1990, the company rebranded to IID, Inc. in June 2010.
S-cubism
Venture Round in 2014
S-cubism Inc., founded in 2006 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in IoT integration and the development of retail and distribution systems. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services aimed at enhancing omnichannel commerce, including the construction of e-commerce sites and POS systems. S-cubism focuses on managing customer contact points, cashouts, and inventories, which allows businesses to optimize operations and improve service performance. Additionally, the company is involved in the manufacture and sale of home appliances, vehicles, and specialized equipment, such as shaving ice machines. Through its innovative solutions, S-cubism aims to deliver seamless shopping experiences and maximize business value in the digital marketplace.
Welby
Venture Round in 2014
Welby Inc., founded in 2011 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing digital tools that aid patients and their families in managing medical treatment and preventing disease progression. The company offers a range of services, including marketing support for pharmaceuticals and health insurance societies, as well as government entities through its digital service platform. Notably, Welby provides an app called Welby My Karte, which allows patients to share health data with healthcare professionals and family members in a visualized format. Additionally, the company engages in medical data research services and collaborates with various stakeholders, including pharmaceuticals, medical device companies, governments, patients, and healthcare professionals, to co-develop and provide digital services.
EhonNavi
Corporate Round in 2013
EhonNavi is an online showcase of Japanese children's picture books.
Sonix
Corporate Round in 2012
Sonix, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Koto, Japan, specializes in mobile solutions, Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, and cloud services. The company develops a mobility technology platform that enables advanced services in mobile and IoT sectors, particularly in growth markets. Its platform includes a cloud-based smart device test automation system and offers services across various domains, including blockchain, artificial intelligence, and data management. This enables clients to leverage big data and cutting-edge technology to enhance their operations.
Miil
Venture Round in 2012
Miil Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that has developed a food-based social photography application available on iOS and Android devices. Founded in 2010 and formerly known as FrigApps Co., Ltd., Miil focuses on enabling users to share photos of food they cook, eat, and wish to try. The platform includes unique gourmet filters to enhance food photography and also features Mi-iru Summary, a curated food media platform, along with Lipiten, an app that ranks restaurants based on customer repeat visits. Miil aims to provide a comprehensive experience for food enthusiasts, fostering a community centered around culinary exploration and authentic restaurant reviews.
Splume Corporation, based in Tokyo, Japan, operates a social networking platform that facilitates interaction and communication among users across the country. The company aims to leverage digital content for various projects and industrial applications, utilizing technologies such as augmented reality, avatars, and three-dimensional virtual spaces. Splume aspires to become a global creative force that contributes to culture and society by providing innovative experiences that connect individuals. Its diverse content offerings span entertainment and living infrastructure, enabling clients to effectively address their project requirements.