Japan Healthcare
Funding Round in 2019
Japan Healthcare Co., Ltd., established in 2017 and headquartered in Tokyo, specializes in the prevention of musculoskeletal diseases. It develops eco-friendly preventive medicines and offers innovative solutions such as Mirror Walk, a 3D walking analysis and guidance system, HOCO insoles for custom-made orthotics, and health management support services. The company aims to empower patients to lead pain-free lives through proactive health management.
Japan Healthcare Info
Venture Round in 2019
Japan Healthcare Info is a service for foreigners living in Japan, that locates English-speaking doctors and makes appointments.
Sagri, Inc. is a company based in Tamba, Japan, that specializes in developing agriculture software for experienced farmers. Founded in 2016, Sagri focuses on creating a data platform that addresses agricultural challenges through the use of satellite data and machine learning. This innovative platform enables users to analyze the status of agricultural land in their regions, collaborating with local governments and financial institutions. By providing digital mapping of abandoned cultivated land, Sagri aids agricultural committees in reducing the burden of land investigations and enhancing overall agricultural management.
Fermenstation
Venture Round in 2018
Founded in Iwate Prefecture, Japan in 2009, Fermenstation specializes in consultation services for utilizing unused biomass and ethanol production. The company offers feasibility studies, co-development projects, and brand consulting services, along with manufacturing rice-based home ethanol, Komesshu air freshener, and Oshu soap.
VEQTA Japan
Venture Round in 2018
VEQTA Co., Ltd. is a company based in Niihama, Japan, specializing in DNA testing for pets and livestock. Founded in 2014, it offers a range of services, including breed discrimination inspections and genetic and intestinal bacterial tests. The company also develops and sells supplements tailored for veterinarians, aimed at enhancing the health and wellbeing of animals. By providing these testing and nutritional solutions, VEQTA enables pet and livestock owners to better understand and care for their animals.
CellFiber
Venture Round in 2017
CellFiber Co., Ltd., established in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development and sale of cell-laden soft materials. The company focuses on creating plug-and-play bio-manufacturing solutions using its proprietary CellFiberâ„¢ technology. This technology is designed to enhance yields and product quality, ensuring stability, predictability, reproducibility, and scalability for cell and gene therapy applications. By providing efficient cell mass production processes, CellFiber supports a wide range of applications from research to clinical use, ultimately lowering costs and development timelines.
Cognitee Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in developing online brainstorming and decision-making software tools aimed at reducing cognitive bias. Its product suite includes Discuss-Here Office, which features automation capabilities, ViSummary, which generates reports and summaries, and BrainPlots, an application that identifies errors and biases in thought processes. Additionally, BrainPlots – Think Like TED offers content suggestions inspired by TED speakers to enhance presentations and discussions. Cognitee also provides the COG Series, an analysis service that quantitatively evaluates performance and cognitive trends within teams, benefiting sectors such as insurance, consulting, human resources, and marketing. By leveraging a comprehensive database of over 20,000 analysis results, Cognitee enables clients to enhance productivity and improve the quality of their communications.
Meltin MMI
Seed Round in 2016
Meltin MMI Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in the development of cyborg technology and robotics for the medical industry. Founded in 2013, the company focuses on creating advanced wire-driven robot control systems, including biosensors and prosthetic hands. Meltin MMI's innovations enable fine finger movements, particularly beneficial for amputees, facilitating more natural interactions with their environment. The company has gained recognition for its contributions to the field, notably participating in the Cybathlon 2016 and receiving the Microsoft Innovation Award. By leveraging bio-signal processing and robotic mechanism technologies, Meltin MMI aims to seamlessly integrate human capabilities with robotic systems, enhancing the quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges.
Challenergy
Seed Round in 2015
Founded in Tokyo in 2014, Challenergy specializes in manufacturing innovative wind turbines. Their flagship product is the Magnus X Vertical Axis Wind Turbine, designed to generate electricity reliably and safely, even in challenging conditions like strong winds or changing directions.