Dentsu Innovation Partners

Dentsu Innovation Partners is the corporate venture capital arm of Dentsu Group, established in 2010 and based in Tokyo, Japan. The company focuses on investing in the digital domain to foster the growth of innovative technologies and services. Its primary objectives include creating a global digital business market and expanding the digital operations of Dentsu Group. By identifying and supporting emerging startups, Dentsu Innovation Partners aims to enhance its portfolio and strengthen its position in the evolving digital landscape.

Junichiro Kubota

CEO and President

26 past transactions

Monstar Lab

Venture Round in 2020
Headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Monstar Lab, Inc. provides access to top talent and specialists around the world as the foundation for all of the group’s activities. The company consists of more than 1200 engineers and creators in offices in 26 cities and 15 countries worldwide. The core consultancy arm of the company engineers awesome solutions that perform for clients around the world. In addition, the company’s array of products and services ranging from co-working spaces, robotic process automation, game development, streaming services, HR tech and education programs empower thinkers and makers globally.

Monstar Lab

Venture Round in 2020
Headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Monstar Lab, Inc. provides access to top talent and specialists around the world as the foundation for all of the group’s activities. The company consists of more than 1200 engineers and creators in offices in 26 cities and 15 countries worldwide. The core consultancy arm of the company engineers awesome solutions that perform for clients around the world. In addition, the company’s array of products and services ranging from co-working spaces, robotic process automation, game development, streaming services, HR tech and education programs empower thinkers and makers globally.

Voicy

Series A in 2019
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 Ad

Series C in 2017
Kaizen Platform, Inc. is a marketing technology company that provides an 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, its enterprise marketing solution that integrates multichannel marketing collaboration with creative services from a network of designers and copywriters. Kaizen Ad, a key component, specializes in video advertising, delivering high-quality video ads rapidly and effectively through a global network of experienced professionals. The platform supports various sectors such as retail, finance, travel, education, and healthcare, enabling users to optimize their marketing strategies, personalize content, and automate processes for better performance. Kaizen Platform also provides training in digital transformation and offers tools to streamline marketing efforts, making it a comprehensive resource for enhancing customer engagement across digital channels.

Pulit

Seed Round in 2017
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

Series B in 2017
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

Series B in 2017
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! The (Life Is Tech) is a programming · IT camp / school for middle school students, high school students.by learning the latest IT technology iPhone · Android app game development, programming, and design, it is a program that aims to learn the "art of making" and "power to create" in junior high and high school students.

Xica

Series B in 2016
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

Series B in 2015
DataX is a software company that specializes in integrated digital marketing platforms called B-Dash.

Aoi.co

Series B in 2015
Aoi.Co has acquired over 3,000 students as users to date and unveiled that the entrance exam passing rate of users for their preferred universities has reached 86.3%. The firm plans to use the funds to strengthen its system development capability and introduce a learning state monitoring app for parents in September.

MFS

Venture Round in 2015
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

Series A in 2014
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.

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. is a medical data research company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2011. It provides digital tools designed to assist patients and their families in managing medical treatment and preventing disease progression. The company collaborates with pharmaceutical and medical device companies, as well as government entities and healthcare professionals, to co-develop digital services. One of its key offerings is the Welby My Karte app, which allows patients to share and visualize their health data with healthcare providers and family members. Additionally, Welby offers marketing support services to pharmaceutical companies and health insurance organizations through its digital service platform.

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

Seed Round in 2008
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.
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