Global Brain

Global Brain Corporation, established in 1998, is a Tokyo-based venture capital firm that invests in technology-focused startups globally, from seed to pre-IPO stages. With a track record of 300+ investments, 25 IPOs, and 61 M&As, the firm provides hands-on support to its portfolio companies. Global Brain manages both independent and corporate venture capital funds, partnering with tier 1 public companies across various industries.

Kaori Akiba

Director

Hidetaka Aoki

Investment Group Partner and Fellow Chief of Space Lab

Tatsunori Arai

Director, Investment Group

Megumi Asatsuma

Director

Anjani Bansal

Partner, India Office Representative

Brooke Beers

Partner

Takuji Chida

Director, Investment Groups

Hogil Doh

General Partner, Investment Group

Thomas Duong

Principal

Brian Flucht

Partner and Head, US Division

Hajime Furuya

Venture Partner

Harue Hayashi

Partner / Vice Chief Fund Management Officer

Kenji Hayashi

Principal

Shohei Hayashi

Partner, Investment Group

Jie He

Director China office Representative

Yosuke Hirai

Director

Joopyo Hong

Partner Investment Group

Naoki Horie

Principal

Jang Hyeokjin

Principal, Investment Group

Shohei Ichimiya

Partner, US Office

Sho Ikeda

Partner, Indonesia Office Representative

Nozomu Ikuta

Principal

Kotona Inaida

Director

Tomoaki Ishikure

Investment Group Partner

Yuki Ito

Director

Yoshinari Ito

Venture Partner

Hiroyuki Izumi

Partner

Ken Kajii

General Partner, Investment Group

Daisuke Kashiro

Partner, Investment Group

Takashi Kato

Partner, San Francisco Office Representative

Kirin Kato

Principal

Masaya Kawakami

Principal, Investment Group

Hiroyuki Kawamoto

Principal

Ko Kawaragi

Director

Maiko Kayata

Principal

ByeongJin Kim

Principal

Riichiro Kimura

Director, Investment Group

Issei Kokubu

Principal, Investment Group

Yoshiomi Kubota

Principal

Jinya Kurita

Director, Investment Group

KyungHun Lee

Partner, South Korea Office Representative

YingQi Liang(Joy)

Principal

Chukaku Lin

Director

Atsushi Matsuda

Venture Partner

Akira Matsumoto

Principal

Yuki Matsuo

Director

Natsumi Matsuoka

Principal

Tomoko Minagawa

Director, Investment Group

Ai Minamizaki

Principal, Investment Group

Shigeru Mitarai

Director

Shuhei Mori

Principal

Seiichiro Mukai

Director

Satoko Murata

Principal, Investment Group

Kohtaro Nagawa

Director, Investment Group

Tasuke Nakagawa

Partner, M&A

Mitsutaka Nakao Ph.D

Principal, Investment Group

Shien Nakayama

Director

Yuya Namiki

Director

Ying Jian Ng

Director, Investment Group

Daisuke Nishida

General Partner

Yukari Nishiyama

Director, Investment Group

Akiko Noguchi

Director

Rina Obi

Investment Group Director, Berlin Office

Sho Ohtani

Principal, Investment Group

Tetsui Okada

Director, Investments Group

Mayu Okamoto

Director

Akane Okuyama

Director

Shingo Otaki

Partner, Investment Group

Naoki Sadakuni

Venture Partner

Enen Sai

Principal

Youichi Sakagawa

Director, Investment Group

Kazuki Sakuragawa

Partner / Editor in Chief

Masumi Sato

Principal

Naoki Sato

Principal, Investment Group

Tomoki Sekiguchi

Principal

Rie Shibata

Director

Takeru Shigemura

Director

Miku Shimamura

Principal

Hiroshi Shimazu

Managing Director

Masamune Shin

General Partner

Ayu Shinoyama

CFO

Chisa Shinsakaue

Director

Divyansh Singh

Principal

Hiroto Sorita

Director, Investment Group

Sachiko Sugiura

Director

Yusuke Suzuki

Partner

Kazumo Tachibana

Director

Mana Takabayashi

Director, Investment Group

Hiroki Takai

Director, Investment Group London Office

Toko Takao

Principal

Hideyuki Tanaka

Director

Marika Tazaki

Partner

Hirotaka Togashi

Director

Haruka Tsujii

Director

Atsushi Ueda Ph.D

Principal, Investment Group

Takuya Ukai

Principal, Investment Group

Tetsuya Urimoto

Director

Noriko Usui

Partner / Chief Fund Management Officer

Keita Washizu

Principal

Masao Yamada

Senior Partner, Investment Groups

Kazunor Yamaguchi

Partner

Kazunori Yamaguchi

Partner, Investment Group

Ryozo Yamamoto

Partner, Investment Group

Michiko Yamazaki MD

Principal, Investment Group

Isao Yasuda

Senior Partner

Takuro Yoda

Principal, Investment Group

Sayaka Yoshino

Director

Miku Yoshio

Partner, Investment Group

Yasuhiko Yurimoto

Founder, Owner, CEO and General Partner

Miyazawa Yusuke

Venture Partner

Lusheng Zou

Director, Investment Group

Takuya Hosomura

Partner

Past deals in Technology

Cellid

Venture Round in 2025
Cellid is a developer of hardware and software products focused on augmented reality technology. The company specializes in display modules, particularly waveguides, and spatial recognition engines designed for AR glasses. Its offerings include a range of products such as micro projectors, model builders, and position finders. These innovations enable users to interact with and recognize data related to human movement and environmental context, enhancing the overall augmented reality experience. Cellid aims to advance the capabilities of AR technology through its proprietary optical simulation and spatial recognition technologies.

IONATE

Series A in 2025
IONATE specializes in developing advanced hardware-software systems for smart grids, aiming to enhance power distribution efficiency and stability. The company's flagship product, the Hybrid Intelligent Transformer (HIT), is designed to replace traditional transformers with a smart alternative that integrates data and control for key electrical parameters. This innovative device manages voltage control, harmonic and transient removal, and power factor correction simultaneously. By enabling real-time monitoring and control, the HIT supports effective power distribution across various applications, including power generation, industrial facilities, and data centers, ultimately helping clients reduce energy loss and improve operational efficiency.

OptQC

Seed Round in 2025
OptQC specializes in commercializing advanced optical quantum computing technologies, originally developed by the Furusawa-Endo Laboratory. The company operates a quantum computing platform that leverages scalable optical quantum technology, offering significant advantages such as enhanced quantum bit scalability, reduced power consumption, and faster processing speeds. This positions OptQC's optical quantum computers as a potential long-term pinnacle in quantum technology, capable of handling complex computations with up to one million quantum bits, thereby enabling industrial applications to harness the power of quantum computing.

hacomono

Series D in 2025
Hacomono is a comprehensive member management platform designed for fitness clubs, indoor golf facilities, 24-hour gyms, and other subscription-based businesses. The cloud-based software facilitates various operational aspects, including membership management, reservations, payments, and inventory oversight. It also offers features for school management and client communication, enhancing customer interaction and service. Hacomono's platform efficiently automates processes such as registration, admission, and client check-in, allowing businesses to streamline their operations while ensuring a high level of security. The solution has been adopted by prominent industry players, demonstrating its effectiveness in improving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Aeronext

Series B in 2024
Aeronext Inc. is a Japanese startup focused on the research and development of drone technology. The company specializes in center of gravity control technology, which enhances the performance of drone aircraft by optimizing their stability and maneuverability based on flight attitude and movement. This innovation enables safer and more efficient use of drones for various industrial applications. In addition to technological development, Aeronext engages in sales and promotional activities to support the adoption of its advanced drone solutions.

FLASH

Seed Round in 2024
FLASH is an entertainment and technology startup.

estie

Series B in 2024
Estie, Inc. is a real estate technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018. It specializes in digital transformation within the commercial real estate sector, offering a software as a service (SaaS) platform that enhances the flow of information and transactions. Estie provides a range of services, including market research and algorithms for rent estimation, which help clients make informed, data-driven decisions. By leveraging innovative software solutions, Estie aims to unlock the value of the commercial real estate industry, facilitating a more efficient and effective decision-making process for its users.

PartnerSuccess

Series A in 2024
PartnerSuccess, Inc. is a cloud service provider established in 2019 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The company specializes in automating collaboration between manufacturers and distributors, offering tools that enhance agency management and sales strategies. Its platform facilitates the development and implementation of strategic partner programs by visualizing project progress and behaviors of sales agents, which allows clients to efficiently manage their agency operations. Additionally, PartnerSuccess provides consulting services tailored to address specific partner business challenges, aiming to improve information sharing and data utilization among its users.

Pragtech

Seed Round in 2024
Pragtech is a company that specializes in developing and operating innovative parking lot service software aimed at enhancing the efficiency of parking operations. Its software solution includes payment kiosk terminals, advanced cameras for ticketless payment and vehicle detection, as well as an online dashboard for real-time management. By leveraging this technology, Pragtech helps clients optimize the usage of their parking lots while significantly reducing payment congestion and overall operational costs. The company's focus on streamlining parking processes positions it as a key player in the parking management industry.

Rhelixa

Series B in 2024
Rhelixa, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Chiyoda-ku, Japan, specializing in gene research and development with a focus on epigenome analysis. Founded in 2015, Rhelixa utilizes proprietary technologies to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of research and development in life sciences. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including consulting on experimental design, metagenome analysis, and custom-order analysis, along with support for publishing research papers and product development. By leveraging cloud technology, Rhelixa aims to facilitate advanced epigenetic research, enabling clients to optimize their operations and achieve significant advancements in their scientific endeavors.

Geofla

Venture Round in 2024
Geofla is a business that specializes in creating and planning products and applications designed to encourage physical activity and stimulate foot traffic in various spaces. The company's offerings include advertising and promotional services, incentivizing users to move around businesses through a points-based system.

Heading Health

Venture Round in 2023
Heading Health is a technology-enabled mental health platform dedicated to enhancing access to affordable care. The company provides personalized treatment solutions that utilize evidence-based therapeutics and advanced technologies such as transcranial magnetic stimulation, telepsychiatry, and intramuscular ketamine. By leveraging these tools, Heading Health aims to deliver effective and convenient mental health services, helping patients achieve meaningful outcomes and improved well-being.

Axelspace

Series D in 2023
Axelspace Corporation, founded in 2008 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of micro-satellites and their components for both domestic and international markets. The company focuses on remote-sensing applications, with notable projects including the GRUS satellite constellation for Earth observation, WNISAT-1R for sea ice monitoring, and Hodoyoshi-1, which captures high-resolution images of the ground. Axelspace also develops various micro-satellite components such as sensors for attitude determination and GPS receivers for positioning. The firm aims to create a cost-effective global monitoring platform that provides daily coverage, enhancing access to quality satellite imagery. In addition to satellite development, Axelspace offers operational support and launch arrangements for its micro-satellites, positioning itself as a key player in the microsatellite industry.

Hayden AI

Series B in 2023
Hayden AI is a technology company focused on developing artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions aimed at enhancing urban mobility and public transit systems. The company specializes in automated enforcement of dedicated bus lanes and bus stops, which contributes to faster public transportation, increased street safety, and sustainability. By leveraging an autonomous traffic management platform, Hayden AI utilizes advanced technologies and a network of connected mobile devices to improve urban life and support the creation of smarter cities. Its AI-powered mobility solutions are designed to detect, analyze, and address traffic incidents, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for communities.

Euphoria

Series D in 2023
Euphoria is a sports marketing company specializing in IT solutions tailored for the sports industry. It develops a comprehensive sports data management platform designed to connect sports data with social issues. The platform records and manages essential information for conditioning and training athletes, offering performance analysis that includes nutritional menus and injury status. This enables coaches and managers to provide athletes with optimal leadership and advice.

Nat

Corporate Round in 2023
Nat is a company focused on developing innovative 3D scanning and AI surveying technology for the housing-related market. The company aims to transform everyday life and work by creating solutions that integrate seamlessly into society. Its platform allows users to easily create accurate 3D models through simple scanning, providing high measurement precision essential for the housing and construction industries. By analyzing user data, Nat seeks to uncover new value in surveying and blueprinting processes, ensuring that its products become indispensable tools in these sectors.

kikitori

Seed Round in 2023
Kikitori is a company focused on the development and management of applications and web platforms, primarily in the agricultural sector. It specializes in the distribution of fruits and vegetables by providing technological solutions that enhance operational efficiency. The company offers a range of services including web systems and application development, marketing and promotions, and store management. Additionally, Kikitori's platforms feature automated processes for creating invoices, sales slips, and notifications of sales prices, which help businesses reduce costs and streamline their operations. Through its innovative technology, Kikitori aims to improve the distribution processes within the agricultural industry.

Kreation

Seed Round in 2023
Kreation is a global platform that integrates gaming and cyber fashion, serving as a bridge between fashion brands, creators, and consumers. The company focuses on fostering a new fashion culture within digital environments, leveraging technology to enhance self-expression and creativity. By connecting metaverses with fashion entities, Kreation enables users to explore and express their individuality through innovative digital services.

Caelux

Series A in 2023
Caelux is a renewable energy company based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing and manufacturing perovskite-on-glass technology for the terrestrial solar and commercial space industries. This innovative technology is designed to enhance solar device efficiency while minimizing the amount of semiconducting material required, thereby reducing production costs. Caelux's products improve power production and integrate seamlessly into existing photovoltaic module manufacturing processes, allowing users to lower installed costs and boost overall performance.

Trove

Series E in 2023
Trove is a technology company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Brisbane, California. It operates two distinct businesses: a SaaS platform that uses AI to analyze teams' email connections, providing insights to help build and leverage professional networks; and a leading platform for branded resale and trade-in, enabling brands to launch, manage, and scale their resale programs efficiently. The latter offers advanced tools for in-store and digital trade-ins, returns processing, inventory management, resale site building, and analytics, serving prominent brands like Canada Goose, Carhartt, and Patagonia. Trove's resale platform aims to drive sustainability in retail by promoting a circular economy.

Pixie Dust Technologies

Post in 2023
Pixie Dust Technologies, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015. It specializes in the development of advanced computational technologies, particularly in phased array and digital fabrication. The company’s notable product is its ultrasonic phased array system, which enables the generation of force in mid-air, allowing for unique applications such as transporting objects without physical contact, delivering targeted sounds to individuals in a crowd, and directing guide dogs. Additionally, Pixie Dust Technologies creates innovative devices like Sound Hug, which combines music with light and vibration, and Sonorepro, a hair care device utilizing non-contact oscillating pressure stimulation. Other products include Vuevo, a service that visualizes conversations among multiple participants, and kikippa, a device designed for gamma wave sound therapy. Through its diverse offerings, the company aims to integrate technology seamlessly into everyday life, enhancing communication and interaction.

Digital Entertainment Asset

Venture Round in 2023
Digital Entertainment Asset is an IT services company that operates an entertainment platform focused on web3 technologies. It specializes in the development of crypto games and offers a marketplace for non-fungible tokens (NFTs), providing users with opportunities to earn rewards through gameplay. The company aims to address challenges in the gaming industry by integrating gamification into its services, creating engaging experiences that combine entertainment with financial incentives.

WizWe

Series D in 2023
WizWe Co., Ltd. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018. It specializes in the planning, development, and management of a platform aimed at enhancing learning habits through technological support in language education. The company offers an online learning platform that provides innovative training programs and linguistic tools for multiple languages, including English, Japanese, and Chinese. By utilizing effective mechanisms, WizWe facilitates users' language acquisition and aims to improve their overall learning experience.

Telexistence

Series B in 2023
Telexistence is a company focused on advancing robotics technology with a systematic approach aimed at creating scalable solutions. It specializes in the development of online remote control robotics that facilitate the transmission and analysis of visual, auditory, and tactile information. This technology allows users to interact and act in remote environments, thereby enhancing human presence in various contexts. By innovating in the field of robotics, Telexistence aims to provide new and effective ways for individuals to engage with the world remotely, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in robotic applications.

Caddi

Series C in 2023
Caddi, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on providing innovative solutions for the manufacturing sector. The company operates an online ordering platform that facilitates the management of order placements for industrial products. This platform utilizes an automatic estimation system powered by a proprietary costing algorithm to connect custom-made processed products with processing plants, ensuring the optimal factory is identified for each order. Caddi's offerings include both goods and software, aimed at enhancing supply chain efficiency through procurement intelligence. By leveraging AI-driven data, Caddi helps businesses minimize procurement expenses, improve quality, cost, and delivery (QCD), and expand operational capacity.

Pionix

Seed Round in 2023
Pionix is a technology company that develops EVerest, an open-source software platform designed for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The platform aims to standardize and simplify EV charging infrastructure by providing a comprehensive, user-friendly solution that can be extended by the open-source community and utilized by various commercial parties. Pionix offers integration services, software updates, cloud operations, and productivity & security enhancements as subscription-based services to support the EVerest ecosystem.

AI Silk

Series B in 2023
AI Silk Corporation, established in 2015 and based in Sendai, Japan, specializes in the manufacture and sale of innovative conductive fibers. The company's flagship product, AI Silk, is created using a unique dyeing technique that imbues natural silk with conductivity. This advancement allows for the production of electrodes that address common issues associated with traditional medical electrodes, such as discomfort, skin irritation, and measurement inaccuracies caused by sweat. AI Silk’s technology not only enhances the comfort of conductive clothing but also minimizes the risk of allergic reactions, making it suitable for a wide range of applications beyond the healthcare sector. The company also offers simplified manufacturing kits, further promoting the use of its advanced materials in various industries.

Biome

Series B in 2023
Biome is a prominent company specializing in image analysis technology, collaborating with the IchiJoho System at Kyoto University. The company has developed a biological information application aimed at promoting biodiversity conservation and creating a profitable society. Its application focuses on remote surveying of living organisms, offering expertise in data analysis and database management. This enables clients to efficiently access essential ecological information, supporting efforts in environmental preservation and sustainable practices.

StructShare

Seed Round in 2023
StructShare is a technology company that specializes in streamlining construction material procurement. Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in Austin, Texas. StructShare develops a mobile application and online platform that automates purchasing and material handling workflows for contractors. The platform offers features such as quick field orders, price comparison, automated invoice reconciliation, and data collection and dashboard tools. It also provides automatic follow-ups, dispute resolution, and performance dashboards for suppliers. By connecting contractors and suppliers, StructShare aims to make the procurement process more efficient and cost-effective.

Cierpa & Company

Venture Round in 2023
Cierpa & Company specializes in developing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) management software aimed at enhancing corporate sustainability practices. The company’s software solutions centralize ESG information in the cloud, facilitating seamless communication across departments. By optimizing workflows, the platform enables organizations to efficiently collect, analyze, and disclose ESG data. Cierpa & Company's technology is designed to help businesses assess and improve their sustainability scores, thereby promoting a more effective approach to ESG management.

PoliPoli

Series A in 2023
PoliPoli is an innovative political co-creation platform based in Japan that facilitates social decision-making for political parties. It allows politicians to present their policies in a clear and accessible format, encouraging public engagement. Users can participate by supporting these policies and taking part in "missions" aimed at bringing them to fruition. The platform also enables users to ask questions and provide suggestions, fostering a collaborative environment between politicians and the public. By gamifying the political process, PoliPoli enhances civic involvement and empowers citizens to play an active role in shaping policy decisions.

Immunosens

Series B in 2023
Immunosens is a developer of electrochemical measurement devices focused on evaluating biomarkers, including genes, proteins, and cell signals through electrode reactions. The company specializes in the production of sensors that utilize disposable printable electrodes, which enhance the accuracy of analyses and measurements. These devices are aimed at supporting healthcare professionals in their diagnostic processes as well as in food safety inspections, providing reliable and precise results essential for effective decision-making in various applications.

Hayden AI

Series B in 2023
Hayden AI is a technology company focused on developing artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions aimed at enhancing urban mobility and public transit systems. The company specializes in automated enforcement of dedicated bus lanes and bus stops, which contributes to faster public transportation, increased street safety, and sustainability. By leveraging an autonomous traffic management platform, Hayden AI utilizes advanced technologies and a network of connected mobile devices to improve urban life and support the creation of smarter cities. Its AI-powered mobility solutions are designed to detect, analyze, and address traffic incidents, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for communities.

Cellid

Series B in 2022
Cellid is a developer of hardware and software products focused on augmented reality technology. The company specializes in display modules, particularly waveguides, and spatial recognition engines designed for AR glasses. Its offerings include a range of products such as micro projectors, model builders, and position finders. These innovations enable users to interact with and recognize data related to human movement and environmental context, enhancing the overall augmented reality experience. Cellid aims to advance the capabilities of AR technology through its proprietary optical simulation and spatial recognition technologies.

OptiMind

Series B in 2022
OptiMind is a technology venture based in Nagoya that specializes in cloud-based route optimization solutions for last-mile delivery. The company employs advanced techniques in combinatorial optimization, machine learning, and statistical processing to enhance delivery operations. By leveraging artificial intelligence, OptiMind enables logistics providers, ride-sharing companies, and on-demand transportation services to determine the most efficient routes for their vehicles, thus improving operational efficiency and reducing delivery times. Through its innovative approach, OptiMind aims to streamline the complex decision-making processes involved in logistics and transportation.

Yanekara

Venture Round in 2022
Yanekara is a technology company that specializes in smart grid solutions and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The company has developed the V2X platform, which allows electric vehicles to function as virtual storage batteries, effectively utilizing them as a power storage system. This system is designed to optimize the energy generated from renewable sources, such as solar panels, by matching it with the charging needs of electric vehicles. Yanekara's offerings aim to facilitate energy management and promote carbon neutrality, enabling users to harness renewable energy more efficiently.

BackTech

Series C in 2022
BackTech Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in developing health management solutions tailored to improve workplace well-being. The company's flagship product, Pocket Therapist, is designed to measure and address shoulder stiffness and back pain, aiming to reduce medical expenses and enhance productivity. BackTech provides comprehensive support for organizations, focusing on visualizing productivity and offering solutions to common health issues among working individuals.

PartnerSuccess

Venture Round in 2022
PartnerSuccess, Inc. is a cloud service provider established in 2019 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The company specializes in automating collaboration between manufacturers and distributors, offering tools that enhance agency management and sales strategies. Its platform facilitates the development and implementation of strategic partner programs by visualizing project progress and behaviors of sales agents, which allows clients to efficiently manage their agency operations. Additionally, PartnerSuccess provides consulting services tailored to address specific partner business challenges, aiming to improve information sharing and data utilization among its users.

Aeronext

Series A in 2022
Aeronext Inc. is a Japanese startup focused on the research and development of drone technology. The company specializes in center of gravity control technology, which enhances the performance of drone aircraft by optimizing their stability and maneuverability based on flight attitude and movement. This innovation enables safer and more efficient use of drones for various industrial applications. In addition to technological development, Aeronext engages in sales and promotional activities to support the adoption of its advanced drone solutions.

Laboro.AI

Series A in 2022
Laboro.AI specializes in developing custom artificial intelligence solutions aimed at transforming business operations. The company offers advanced AI and machine learning technologies to a diverse range of industries, facilitating innovation and enhancing efficiency. In addition to solution development, Laboro.AI provides consulting services that encompass the planning, implementation, and execution of AI strategies, ensuring that businesses can effectively leverage these technologies to achieve their goals. By making state-of-the-art AI accessible, Laboro.AI plays a significant role in connecting technology with business needs.

Tailor

Seed Round in 2022
Tailor is a company that specializes in providing a headless ERP platform, allowing businesses to create customized enterprise resource planning systems without the need for extensive coding. The platform supports low-code development, empowering enterprises to build bespoke business systems that cater to their specific needs. In addition to its technology offerings, Tailor also provides consulting services and development resources aimed at facilitating digital transformation for organizations. This approach helps businesses meet their unique security and scalability requirements while promoting in-house development capabilities.

Estate Technologies

Series B in 2022
Estate Technologies Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in providing a data utilization platform for real estate analysis. The company’s platform features tools like Dr. Asset Checker, which offers real-time property value assessments, and Dr. Asset Recommender, which suggests potential property purchases. Utilizing artificial intelligence, Estate Technologies analyzes vast amounts of real estate data, taking into account factors such as room size, proximity to transportation, and property age to deliver objective and detailed insights. The company aims to foster a transparent trading environment for all participants in the real estate market, enhancing asset formation and revitalizing transactions. By leveraging big data solutions, Estate Technologies seeks to elevate the overall value of real estate in Japan.

Gaudiy

Series B in 2022
Gaudiy Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2018 that specializes in application development and consulting services utilizing blockchain technology. The firm operates within the fan-economy sector, offering a platform known as Gaudiy Fanlink. This Web3-era platform enhances fan engagement by leveraging blockchain innovations such as NFTs and distributed IDs. Gaudiy's approach includes an IP community system that captures and analyzes fan activity data, fostering an ecosystem that accurately recognizes and rewards fan contributions and enthusiasm. Additionally, Gaudiy promotes digitization in the entertainment industry, focusing on manga, anime, games, sports, and idols, and aims to create a collaborative economic environment for product development and community activities.

Euphoria

Series C in 2022
Euphoria is a sports marketing company specializing in IT solutions tailored for the sports industry. It develops a comprehensive sports data management platform designed to connect sports data with social issues. The platform records and manages essential information for conditioning and training athletes, offering performance analysis that includes nutritional menus and injury status. This enables coaches and managers to provide athletes with optimal leadership and advice.

Beatrust

Series A in 2022
BeaTrust Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2020, that specializes in developing an enterprise collaboration application aimed at enhancing employee connectivity within organizations. Its platform enables users to search for and discover colleagues based on various criteria, including skills, experience, interests, and hobbies. By facilitating these connections, BeaTrust promotes collaboration and drives innovation among employees, allowing them to work together more effectively across different departments and backgrounds. The application serves as a valuable tool for organizations seeking to cultivate a collaborative work environment and foster new ideas through enhanced interpersonal relationships.

Findy

Series C in 2022
Findy Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in job change services for the IT sector. It connects companies with IT engineers, freelancers, and sideline engineers while offering valuable insights into hiring and personnel management, including recruitment tips and marketing strategies. Utilizing advanced machine learning and natural language processing technologies, Findy enhances the recruitment process by providing a platform with skill evaluation algorithms that facilitate optimal job matching. Additionally, Findy Engineer Lab, a component of the company, features interviews with active engineers and shares the latest technical information, aiming to improve development experiences for both individuals and organizations. The company's mission is to create a universal platform that encourages engineers to embrace challenges and fosters a productive human resources environment in society.

Metro Weather

Series A in 2022
Metro Weather Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company based in Uji, founded in 2015, that specializes in developing advanced Doppler lidar technology for atmospheric measurements. This high-performance lidar system measures wind direction and speed by analyzing minute movements of fine particles in the atmosphere, allowing for the creation of detailed three-dimensional wind maps. Originating from research at Kyoto University, the company combines remote sensing and signal processing technology with meteorological data and internet of things (IoT) capabilities to provide comprehensive insights into weather conditions. By enhancing the understanding of wind patterns, Metro Weather aims to contribute to aviation safety and other sectors reliant on accurate meteorological forecasts.

estie

Series A in 2022
Estie, Inc. is a real estate technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018. It specializes in digital transformation within the commercial real estate sector, offering a software as a service (SaaS) platform that enhances the flow of information and transactions. Estie provides a range of services, including market research and algorithms for rent estimation, which help clients make informed, data-driven decisions. By leveraging innovative software solutions, Estie aims to unlock the value of the commercial real estate industry, facilitating a more efficient and effective decision-making process for its users.

Soft Gear

Series B in 2021
Soft Gear is a comprehensive service provider specializing in technology development for online content and game development, primarily catering to the entertainment sector in Japan. The company offers a range of services, including contract-based online game development, game debugging, and in-game debugging services that necessitate large-scale capacity. Additionally, Soft Gear focuses on developing high-speed network functions essential for online game development. By delivering these specialized services, the company enables clients to efficiently develop and publish their video game projects.

Aidemy

Series B in 2021
Aidemy Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing online artificial intelligence (AI) programming services and solutions. Founded in 2014, Aidemy offers an all-in-one web platform where individuals can learn AI technology through practical applications. The platform includes comprehensive teaching materials and a programming execution environment, enabling users to engage with AI concepts, such as blockchain technology and consensus algorithms. Aidemy's services cater to various clients, including corporations in the manufacturing industry, small businesses, and university laboratories. In addition to its educational offerings, the company provides Aidemy Business, an online learning platform designed to support the development of digital talent and reskilling efforts within organizations. Furthermore, Aidemy offers Modeloy, a DX consulting service that assists companies in human resource development, problem selection, and the implementation of digital transformation initiatives.

Manebi

Venture Round in 2021
Manebi Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in career development support. The company offers a comprehensive platform designed to enhance online recruitment and education, providing various services such as web interviews, e-learning, and online assessments. With a focus on the dispatch industry, Manebi enables educational institutions and companies to streamline their recruitment and training processes. Its offerings include cloud certification and video learning, aimed at facilitating human transformation and professional growth.

ViSenze

Venture Round in 2021
ViSenze is a leading product discovery platform that enhances the way consumers search for and discover products online. It is relied upon by major retailers such as ASOS, H&M, Rakuten, and Zalora, processing over a billion queries monthly across various channels, including in-store and e-commerce platforms. The company's automated AI technology provides a range of services, including enhanced search capabilities, product tagging, smart recommendations, and merchandising analytics. By streamlining the consumer journey, ViSenze enables retail merchants to boost revenue and improve customer experiences, making it easier for shoppers to find the products they want.

Caddi

Series B in 2021
Caddi, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on providing innovative solutions for the manufacturing sector. The company operates an online ordering platform that facilitates the management of order placements for industrial products. This platform utilizes an automatic estimation system powered by a proprietary costing algorithm to connect custom-made processed products with processing plants, ensuring the optimal factory is identified for each order. Caddi's offerings include both goods and software, aimed at enhancing supply chain efficiency through procurement intelligence. By leveraging AI-driven data, Caddi helps businesses minimize procurement expenses, improve quality, cost, and delivery (QCD), and expand operational capacity.

JX Press

Series C in 2021
JX PRESS Corporation is a pioneering entity in Japan's media landscape, functioning as a "virtual news agency" that leverages artificial intelligence to deliver timely news updates. Its flagship service, FASTALERT, provides breaking news bulletins on urgent incidents such as accidents and natural disasters to all major television broadcast stations in Japan, including NHK, as well as over 100 local stations. The company also offers NewsDigest, a consumer app that is the most popular news bulletin application in Japan, with over 1 million downloads. This app utilizes AI to automatically identify and disseminate significant news alerts, enhancing its appeal among users. JX PRESS is recognized for its innovative approach to news reporting, utilizing advanced technology to filter misinformation and provide reliable content. The company collaborates with prominent stakeholders, including KYODO NEWS and major commercial broadcasters, to redefine news delivery in a rapidly evolving media environment.

Xayn

Series A in 2021
Xayn is an AI startup focused on developing innovative technology solutions that prioritize user privacy and data protection. The company has created Noxtua, Europe’s first sovereign Legal AI, designed to assist lawyers in analyzing and drafting legal documents while ensuring compliance with legal standards and confidentiality requirements. Noxtua is hosted in the EU and adheres to strict regulations regarding client data handling. The AI models powering Noxtua are uniquely trained on high-quality legal data, provided through the Legal AI Alliance, which Xayn initiated with the international law firm CMS. Additionally, Xayn offers a private search engine that delivers personalized search results and curated news streams, utilizing decentralized AI technology. This approach allows users to maintain control over their personal data, ensuring a user-friendly experience free from advertisements and data collection.

Photosynth

Series A in 2021
Photosynth Inc. is an information technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in the development of smart locks for residential properties. Founded on September 1, 2014, the company focuses on research and development in the realm of internet of things (IoT) devices and cloud-related technologies. Additionally, Photosynth designs and operates cloud-based entrance and exit management systems, enhancing security and access control for homes. Through its innovative solutions, Photosynth aims to improve the safety and convenience of modern living.

Ginkan

Venture Round in 2021
Ginkan, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing blockchain technology-based platforms. The company operates SynchroLife, a platform that tokenizes restaurant reviews and rewards users with cryptocurrency for their quality contributions. Additionally, Ginkan offers Festar, a dating application. The firm focuses on integrating artificial intelligence and blockchain technology to enhance user experiences, particularly in the restaurant and social sectors, by providing tailored recommendations based on user activities and reviews.

Telexistence

Series A in 2021
Telexistence is a company focused on advancing robotics technology with a systematic approach aimed at creating scalable solutions. It specializes in the development of online remote control robotics that facilitate the transmission and analysis of visual, auditory, and tactile information. This technology allows users to interact and act in remote environments, thereby enhancing human presence in various contexts. By innovating in the field of robotics, Telexistence aims to provide new and effective ways for individuals to engage with the world remotely, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in robotic applications.

WhereIsMyTransport

Series A in 2021
WhereIsMyTransport Ltd is an urban transportation technology company based in London, United Kingdom, with a presence in Cape Town, South Africa. The company specializes in providing comprehensive public transport data for emerging-market megacities, focusing on regions in Africa, Latin America, Southeast Europe, and South and Southeast Asia. By digitalizing network information from various modes of public transport, WhereIsMyTransport ensures data accuracy amidst the dynamic changes of these systems. Their platform offers a data collection framework for mapping both formal and informal transport networks, equipping businesses, municipalities, and citizens with essential information to enhance infrastructure and navigate urban environments effectively. Through its innovative products and data services, WhereIsMyTransport aims to improve the public transport experience for users and support industry stakeholders in their operational needs.

Axelspace

Series C in 2021
Axelspace Corporation, founded in 2008 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of micro-satellites and their components for both domestic and international markets. The company focuses on remote-sensing applications, with notable projects including the GRUS satellite constellation for Earth observation, WNISAT-1R for sea ice monitoring, and Hodoyoshi-1, which captures high-resolution images of the ground. Axelspace also develops various micro-satellite components such as sensors for attitude determination and GPS receivers for positioning. The firm aims to create a cost-effective global monitoring platform that provides daily coverage, enhancing access to quality satellite imagery. In addition to satellite development, Axelspace offers operational support and launch arrangements for its micro-satellites, positioning itself as a key player in the microsatellite industry.

Aroma Bit

Venture Round in 2021
Aroma Bit, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in the development, production, and sales of electronic equipment and systems, with a focus on compact odor imaging sensors. The company aims to enhance the understanding and utility of scents by creating innovative products and services that digitize olfactory experiences. Aroma Bit's technology allows for the conversion of various odors into visualized patterns, enabling the collection of digital olfactory data. This capability assists businesses in detecting ingredients in food samples and aids care providers in identifying diseases across diverse applications. Through its pioneering approach, Aroma Bit seeks to elevate the significance of olfactory information in various sectors.

kikitori

Seed Round in 2021
Kikitori is a company focused on the development and management of applications and web platforms, primarily in the agricultural sector. It specializes in the distribution of fruits and vegetables by providing technological solutions that enhance operational efficiency. The company offers a range of services including web systems and application development, marketing and promotions, and store management. Additionally, Kikitori's platforms feature automated processes for creating invoices, sales slips, and notifications of sales prices, which help businesses reduce costs and streamline their operations. Through its innovative technology, Kikitori aims to improve the distribution processes within the agricultural industry.

Nuri

Venture Round in 2020
Nuri empowers people to manage and grow their wealth through innovative technologies.

Idein

Venture Round in 2020
Idein Inc. is a technology company based in Chiyoda, Japan, founded in 2015. The company specializes in developing a platform as a service that empowers users to build their own Internet of Things (IoT) systems with advanced artificial intelligence capabilities. Idein's platform incorporates dashboard tools, software development kits (SDKs), and a marketplace, facilitating the integration of machine learning models and enhancing data analysis techniques. By leveraging pattern recognition and signal processing technologies, Idein enables the execution of deep learning inference on edge devices, allowing for efficient data collection and processing while addressing concerns related to data communication and privacy. The company aims to make advanced sensing technology more accessible and affordable for everyday applications, including in ordinary households, thereby fostering innovation in IoT services and edge computing systems.

Synamon

Series B in 2020
Synamon Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Shinagawa, Japan, specializes in the development and management of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR) products. The company's flagship solution is NEUTRANS, a VR space construction tool that enables users to create and optimize virtual environments for various applications. Synamon offers services including VR/AR development, consulting, and the creation of 3D models for VR/AR content. Their technology facilitates remote collaboration by allowing multiple users to interact within the same VR space, share materials, and make decisions as if they were together in person. Additionally, Synamon provides comprehensive consulting services from planning through to delivery, continuously improving their systems based on user feedback to enhance the VR experience.

Cornelis Networks

Series A in 2020
Cornelis Networks, Inc. is a technology company based in Wayne, Pennsylvania, established in 2019. It specializes in developing high-performance fabrics tailored for scientific, commercial, and government sectors. By providing advanced networking products, Cornelis Networks aims to enhance computing capabilities, data analytics, and artificial intelligence workloads. The company’s solutions allow customers to effectively harness the computational power of multiple processing devices to address complex problems, thereby improving both outcomes and accuracy. With a focus on innovation, Cornelis Networks supports over 500 global installations across various industries, including government and academic institutions, striving to drive technological and scientific advancements.

Manebi

Venture Round in 2020
Manebi Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in career development support. The company offers a comprehensive platform designed to enhance online recruitment and education, providing various services such as web interviews, e-learning, and online assessments. With a focus on the dispatch industry, Manebi enables educational institutions and companies to streamline their recruitment and training processes. Its offerings include cloud certification and video learning, aimed at facilitating human transformation and professional growth.

Photosynth

Series D in 2020
Photosynth Inc. is an information technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in the development of smart locks for residential properties. Founded on September 1, 2014, the company focuses on research and development in the realm of internet of things (IoT) devices and cloud-related technologies. Additionally, Photosynth designs and operates cloud-based entrance and exit management systems, enhancing security and access control for homes. Through its innovative solutions, Photosynth aims to improve the safety and convenience of modern living.

Findy

Series B in 2020
Findy Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in job change services for the IT sector. It connects companies with IT engineers, freelancers, and sideline engineers while offering valuable insights into hiring and personnel management, including recruitment tips and marketing strategies. Utilizing advanced machine learning and natural language processing technologies, Findy enhances the recruitment process by providing a platform with skill evaluation algorithms that facilitate optimal job matching. Additionally, Findy Engineer Lab, a component of the company, features interviews with active engineers and shares the latest technical information, aiming to improve development experiences for both individuals and organizations. The company's mission is to create a universal platform that encourages engineers to embrace challenges and fosters a productive human resources environment in society.

Agri Info Design

Venture Round in 2020
Agri Info Design Ltd., established in 2014 and based in Obihiro, Japan, specializes in developing innovative agricultural technology solutions. The company offers a suite of applications, such as AgrIBus-NAVI, AgrIBus-G+, and AgriBus-GMini, designed to enhance farming efficiency through GPS-based tractor navigation systems for accurate fertilizer and pesticide application. Additionally, they manufacture and sell aftermarket agricultural equipment.

BizteX

Series C in 2020
BizteX, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing cloud-based robotic process automation (RPA) solutions. The company offers its flagship service, BizteX Cobit, which utilizes artificial intelligence to automate routine tasks, allowing businesses to streamline operations and improve efficiency. By providing a digital robot that can perform repetitive functions with minimal human intervention, BizteX aims to enhance productivity and creativity within organizations. The software is designed to be user-friendly, enabling automation through a web browser, thus allowing businesses to focus their resources on more strategic activities.

Gtriip

Series B in 2020
Gtriip, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, develops a biometric-driven software platform that facilitates document-less registration and check-in services for hotels and offices. Utilizing advanced deep learning neural networks, Gtriip's technology allows guests to verify their identity by matching a photo ID with a smartphone selfie, thereby creating a contactless experience. The platform serves approximately 30,000 rooms and access points, streamlining the registration process for travelers and enhancing convenience for hotel and office staff. Gtriip's innovation aims to simplify and secure the check-in experience without the need for physical travel documents.

Euphoria

Corporate Round in 2019
Euphoria is a sports marketing company specializing in IT solutions tailored for the sports industry. It develops a comprehensive sports data management platform designed to connect sports data with social issues. The platform records and manages essential information for conditioning and training athletes, offering performance analysis that includes nutritional menus and injury status. This enables coaches and managers to provide athletes with optimal leadership and advice.

OptiMind

Series A in 2019
OptiMind is a technology venture based in Nagoya that specializes in cloud-based route optimization solutions for last-mile delivery. The company employs advanced techniques in combinatorial optimization, machine learning, and statistical processing to enhance delivery operations. By leveraging artificial intelligence, OptiMind enables logistics providers, ride-sharing companies, and on-demand transportation services to determine the most efficient routes for their vehicles, thus improving operational efficiency and reducing delivery times. Through its innovative approach, OptiMind aims to streamline the complex decision-making processes involved in logistics and transportation.

Pixie Dust Technologies

Series A in 2019
Pixie Dust Technologies, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015. It specializes in the development of advanced computational technologies, particularly in phased array and digital fabrication. The company’s notable product is its ultrasonic phased array system, which enables the generation of force in mid-air, allowing for unique applications such as transporting objects without physical contact, delivering targeted sounds to individuals in a crowd, and directing guide dogs. Additionally, Pixie Dust Technologies creates innovative devices like Sound Hug, which combines music with light and vibration, and Sonorepro, a hair care device utilizing non-contact oscillating pressure stimulation. Other products include Vuevo, a service that visualizes conversations among multiple participants, and kikippa, a device designed for gamma wave sound therapy. Through its diverse offerings, the company aims to integrate technology seamlessly into everyday life, enhancing communication and interaction.

Idein

Venture Round in 2019
Idein Inc. is a technology company based in Chiyoda, Japan, founded in 2015. The company specializes in developing a platform as a service that empowers users to build their own Internet of Things (IoT) systems with advanced artificial intelligence capabilities. Idein's platform incorporates dashboard tools, software development kits (SDKs), and a marketplace, facilitating the integration of machine learning models and enhancing data analysis techniques. By leveraging pattern recognition and signal processing technologies, Idein enables the execution of deep learning inference on edge devices, allowing for efficient data collection and processing while addressing concerns related to data communication and privacy. The company aims to make advanced sensing technology more accessible and affordable for everyday applications, including in ordinary households, thereby fostering innovation in IoT services and edge computing systems.

DataX

Venture Round in 2019
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.

Nuri

Series A in 2019
Nuri empowers people to manage and grow their wealth through innovative technologies.

JX Press

Series C in 2019
JX PRESS Corporation is a pioneering entity in Japan's media landscape, functioning as a "virtual news agency" that leverages artificial intelligence to deliver timely news updates. Its flagship service, FASTALERT, provides breaking news bulletins on urgent incidents such as accidents and natural disasters to all major television broadcast stations in Japan, including NHK, as well as over 100 local stations. The company also offers NewsDigest, a consumer app that is the most popular news bulletin application in Japan, with over 1 million downloads. This app utilizes AI to automatically identify and disseminate significant news alerts, enhancing its appeal among users. JX PRESS is recognized for its innovative approach to news reporting, utilizing advanced technology to filter misinformation and provide reliable content. The company collaborates with prominent stakeholders, including KYODO NEWS and major commercial broadcasters, to redefine news delivery in a rapidly evolving media environment.

Findy

Series A in 2019
Findy Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in job change services for the IT sector. It connects companies with IT engineers, freelancers, and sideline engineers while offering valuable insights into hiring and personnel management, including recruitment tips and marketing strategies. Utilizing advanced machine learning and natural language processing technologies, Findy enhances the recruitment process by providing a platform with skill evaluation algorithms that facilitate optimal job matching. Additionally, Findy Engineer Lab, a component of the company, features interviews with active engineers and shares the latest technical information, aiming to improve development experiences for both individuals and organizations. The company's mission is to create a universal platform that encourages engineers to embrace challenges and fosters a productive human resources environment in society.

Findy

Series A in 2019
Findy is a company dedicated to revolutionizing the lost and found process through innovative technology. With a team of IT professionals, engineers, and designers, Findy focuses on creating locating devices that help users find lost items, such as pets, cars, and bikes, without tracking their movements. Instead, these devices pinpoint the current location of valuables, operating on minimal energy consumption and battery power for efficiency. The founders, experienced in the tracking industry through work with insurance companies, aim to blend technical perfection with a user-friendly approach, moving away from traditional corporate practices. Their mission is to empower individuals to rely on technology for everyday challenges, enhancing the way they manage and protect their belongings.

SMARTCAMP

Venture Round in 2019
Smart Camp is a technology company that offers SaaS comparison services, inside sales agency support, and B2B digital marketing solutions.

Okage

Venture Round in 2019
Okage is a company that specializes in providing restaurant management solutions through its innovative application, which automates the ordering process. The platform includes features such as smartphone ordering, tablet menus, and a point-of-sale cash register system, all of which are designed to streamline store operations. By enabling customers to place orders via their smartphones and offering self-ordering services, Okage enhances the dining experience while improving efficiency for restaurant operators. The company's technology facilitates easy installation and integration, allowing clients to manage their operations effectively.

SMARTCAMP

Series B in 2019
Smart Camp is a technology company that offers SaaS comparison services, inside sales agency support, and B2B digital marketing solutions.

Synamon

Series A in 2019
Synamon Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Shinagawa, Japan, specializes in the development and management of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR) products. The company's flagship solution is NEUTRANS, a VR space construction tool that enables users to create and optimize virtual environments for various applications. Synamon offers services including VR/AR development, consulting, and the creation of 3D models for VR/AR content. Their technology facilitates remote collaboration by allowing multiple users to interact within the same VR space, share materials, and make decisions as if they were together in person. Additionally, Synamon provides comprehensive consulting services from planning through to delivery, continuously improving their systems based on user feedback to enhance the VR experience.

ViSenze

Series C in 2019
ViSenze is a leading product discovery platform that enhances the way consumers search for and discover products online. It is relied upon by major retailers such as ASOS, H&M, Rakuten, and Zalora, processing over a billion queries monthly across various channels, including in-store and e-commerce platforms. The company's automated AI technology provides a range of services, including enhanced search capabilities, product tagging, smart recommendations, and merchandising analytics. By streamlining the consumer journey, ViSenze enables retail merchants to boost revenue and improve customer experiences, making it easier for shoppers to find the products they want.

Caddi

Series A in 2018
Caddi, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on providing innovative solutions for the manufacturing sector. The company operates an online ordering platform that facilitates the management of order placements for industrial products. This platform utilizes an automatic estimation system powered by a proprietary costing algorithm to connect custom-made processed products with processing plants, ensuring the optimal factory is identified for each order. Caddi's offerings include both goods and software, aimed at enhancing supply chain efficiency through procurement intelligence. By leveraging AI-driven data, Caddi helps businesses minimize procurement expenses, improve quality, cost, and delivery (QCD), and expand operational capacity.

Axelspace

Series B in 2018
Axelspace Corporation, founded in 2008 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of micro-satellites and their components for both domestic and international markets. The company focuses on remote-sensing applications, with notable projects including the GRUS satellite constellation for Earth observation, WNISAT-1R for sea ice monitoring, and Hodoyoshi-1, which captures high-resolution images of the ground. Axelspace also develops various micro-satellite components such as sensors for attitude determination and GPS receivers for positioning. The firm aims to create a cost-effective global monitoring platform that provides daily coverage, enhancing access to quality satellite imagery. In addition to satellite development, Axelspace offers operational support and launch arrangements for its micro-satellites, positioning itself as a key player in the microsatellite industry.

Telexistence

Series A in 2018
Telexistence is a company focused on advancing robotics technology with a systematic approach aimed at creating scalable solutions. It specializes in the development of online remote control robotics that facilitate the transmission and analysis of visual, auditory, and tactile information. This technology allows users to interact and act in remote environments, thereby enhancing human presence in various contexts. By innovating in the field of robotics, Telexistence aims to provide new and effective ways for individuals to engage with the world remotely, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in robotic applications.

Euphoria

Venture Round in 2018
Euphoria is a sports marketing company specializing in IT solutions tailored for the sports industry. It develops a comprehensive sports data management platform designed to connect sports data with social issues. The platform records and manages essential information for conditioning and training athletes, offering performance analysis that includes nutritional menus and injury status. This enables coaches and managers to provide athletes with optimal leadership and advice.

Hacosco

Venture Round in 2017
Hacosco Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development, planning, sales, and management of virtual reality (VR) services. The company provides accessible VR experiences through its innovative smartphone VR service, which utilizes a simple viewer compatible with smartphones. This approach allows users to engage with virtual reality without the need for expensive head-mounted displays or complex equipment, making VR technology more available to the general public. Hacosco's product offerings include VR goggles and 360-degree cameras, designed to enhance the user experience in the growing field of virtual reality.

Idein

Venture Round in 2017
Idein Inc. is a technology company based in Chiyoda, Japan, founded in 2015. The company specializes in developing a platform as a service that empowers users to build their own Internet of Things (IoT) systems with advanced artificial intelligence capabilities. Idein's platform incorporates dashboard tools, software development kits (SDKs), and a marketplace, facilitating the integration of machine learning models and enhancing data analysis techniques. By leveraging pattern recognition and signal processing technologies, Idein enables the execution of deep learning inference on edge devices, allowing for efficient data collection and processing while addressing concerns related to data communication and privacy. The company aims to make advanced sensing technology more accessible and affordable for everyday applications, including in ordinary households, thereby fostering innovation in IoT services and edge computing systems.

Telexistence

Seed Round in 2017
Telexistence is a company focused on advancing robotics technology with a systematic approach aimed at creating scalable solutions. It specializes in the development of online remote control robotics that facilitate the transmission and analysis of visual, auditory, and tactile information. This technology allows users to interact and act in remote environments, thereby enhancing human presence in various contexts. By innovating in the field of robotics, Telexistence aims to provide new and effective ways for individuals to engage with the world remotely, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in robotic applications.

LOGIC

Venture Round in 2017
LOGIC, Co. Ltd. is a software company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 1995. The company specializes in developing applications for the medical and healthcare industries, notably its Care-wing application, which facilitates the management of visiting nursing care services. This system is designed to streamline the care record process, allowing caregivers to automatically generate records using their smartphones. LOGIC also provides valuable resources such as informative content and seminars for care providers. Committed to ensuring the security of personal information, LOGIC has obtained the Privacy Mark and continuously works to enhance its information security measures.

LOGIC

Venture Round in 2017
LOGIC, Co. Ltd. is a software company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 1995. The company specializes in developing applications for the medical and healthcare industries, notably its Care-wing application, which facilitates the management of visiting nursing care services. This system is designed to streamline the care record process, allowing caregivers to automatically generate records using their smartphones. LOGIC also provides valuable resources such as informative content and seminars for care providers. Committed to ensuring the security of personal information, LOGIC has obtained the Privacy Mark and continuously works to enhance its information security measures.

Loom Systems

Series A in 2017
Loom Systems Ltd. is an artificial intelligence-powered analysis platform that specializes in predicting and preventing IT incidents, particularly for organizations undergoing digital transformation or cloud migration. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Tel Aviv, Israel, the company offers a range of services including network monitoring, predictive ticketing, cloud migration monitoring, and digital business monitoring. Its platform continuously learns from a business's digital assets by analyzing log data to detect anomalies, providing alerts and recommended resolutions in plain English. This proactive approach enables IT and DevOps teams to address potential issues before they impact operations, thereby improving overall business productivity. As of early 2020, Loom Systems operates as a subsidiary of ServiceNow, Inc.

Hacosco

Venture Round in 2016
Hacosco Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development, planning, sales, and management of virtual reality (VR) services. The company provides accessible VR experiences through its innovative smartphone VR service, which utilizes a simple viewer compatible with smartphones. This approach allows users to engage with virtual reality without the need for expensive head-mounted displays or complex equipment, making VR technology more available to the general public. Hacosco's product offerings include VR goggles and 360-degree cameras, designed to enhance the user experience in the growing field of virtual reality.

Eyeota

Series A in 2016
Eyeota is an audience technology platform established in 2010, specializing in the intelligent utilization of data for marketers, data owners, and research companies. The company provides comprehensive and qualified audience data, enabling organizations to make informed business decisions and enhance their marketing strategies. Eyeota's technology collects, analyzes, augments, and activates audience data, facilitating precise targeting of campaigns. This capability allows brands to deliver relevant content to specific audiences, ultimately helping clients connect effectively with their target demographics and maximize revenue potential. Operating across Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Americas, Eyeota plays a significant role in the evolving landscape of audience data management.

PatSnap

Series B in 2015
PatSnap is an innovation intelligence platform established in 2007 and based in Singapore. It provides artificial intelligence-driven insights aimed at empowering innovators to make informed decisions throughout the product development lifecycle. Serving over 10,000 customers across more than 50 countries, PatSnap specializes in delivering comprehensive market, technology, and competitive intelligence, alongside patent analysis. Its platform facilitates the identification of new opportunities, assessment of risks, and tracking of competitors, thereby supporting informed R&D decisions and enhancing the commercialization of products.

Foodison

Venture Round in 2015
Foodison, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the distribution of fresh seafood and related food products. Founded in 2013, it operates the UOPOCHI platform, which allows customers to order fish and other marine products from a variety of listed restaurants. In addition to its digital platform, Foodison runs a specialty fish shop called Sakana bacca, which offers a selection of marine products sourced from various origins. The company also provides a wholesale service, Fish Poti, tailored for restaurants, enhancing its reach within the food distribution sector.
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