PowerX is a Tokyo-based company focused on advancing power transfer technology to facilitate the use of renewable energy sources. Established on March 22, 2021, PowerX manufactures innovative power transfer ships designed to enhance the global adoption of clean energy. These vessels utilize electric carriers powered by offshore wind energy to transport renewable power from offshore locations to coastal areas in Japan. By enabling efficient energy transfer, PowerX aims to support the transition to sustainable energy solutions.
Booost Technologies
Series B in 2024
Booost Technologies is a provider of corporate sustainability solutions. It offers an energy management platform designed to track carbon emissions, facilitate procurement of free electricity, visualize emission data, and aid in organizational decarbonization planning.
REJECT is an esports and entertainment organization based in Minato, Japan, founded in 2018. The company specializes in the management and operation of professional esports teams, focusing on fostering communication and creativity within the esports community. REJECT's platform aims to bridge gaps across various demographics, including language, generation, gender, and disability, contributing to the growth of the domestic esports market. By providing comprehensive team management and organizing campaigns, events, and exhibitions, REJECT plays a significant role in elevating esports players to national prominence.
Javelin
Venture Round in 2024
Javelin Global Commodities handles complex problems and offers logistics and transportation services globally. Javelin also provides capital and financing to commodity supply chains in order to promote international trade.
Transcend Packaging
Venture Round in 2024
Transcend Packaging Ltd is a UK-based company that specializes in providing sustainable packaging solutions for various industries, including food service, food and beverage, and health and beauty. Established in 2017 and located in Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly, the company focuses on developing innovative packaging options that are environmentally friendly. Its product offerings include paper-based packaging, folded cartons, biodegradable plastics, paper straws, and digital printing services. Transcend Packaging employs advanced materials technology, such as bio-resin coated paper, to create alternatives to traditional plastic packaging, positioning itself as a leader in the sustainable packaging sector.
ZeroAvia
Venture Round in 2024
Founded in 2017, ZeroAvia develops zero-emission aircraft propulsion systems designed to eliminate aviation emissions while maintaining operational efficiency. The company focuses on scalable hydrogen-electric technologies that can retrofit existing aircraft and support sustainable aviation.
Gatik
Venture Round in 2024
Gatik is a Mountain View, California-based startup that develops autonomous vehicle technology for B2B short-haul and middle-mile logistics. The company specializes in AI-powered software and autonomous hardware for light and medium-duty trucks and vans, enabling scheduled deliveries and streamlined supply-chain operations for commercial customers.
Raven
Venture Round in 2024
Raven is a producer of green hydrogen and synthetic fuels using organic waste. They transform waste destined for landfills into environmentally friendly, efficient, and profitable clean hydrogen and Fischer-Tropsch synthetic fuels with our patented Steam/CO2 Reformer technology.
Raven was in 2018 and is based in Pinedale, Wyoming.
Blue Laser Fusion
Seed Round in 2024
Blue Laser Fusion is a commercial fusion company focused on developing innovative laser fusion technology. The company aims to revolutionize energy generation by creating its own laser and fusion reactor, utilizing a safe hydrogen-boron fuel known as HB11. This approach offers a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative for power generation, targeting the energy sector's growing need for clean energy solutions. Through its advancements in laser fusion, Blue Laser Fusion seeks to contribute to a more sustainable energy future.
Ecommit is a trading company specializing in data collection, sorting, redistribution, traceability, and recycling services. It manages the collection, sorting, and redistribution of used products such as clothing, machinery, and furniture, enabling businesses and local governments to reduce waste and promote reuse.
Eze operates a B2B marketplace facilitating the trading of telecommunication and global electronic devices in wholesale quantities. It provides real-time market data, aiming to formalize and improve the efficiency of the second-hand electronics market.
ElevateBio
Series D in 2023
Founded in 2017, ElevateBio operates a portfolio of companies focused on developing, manufacturing, and commercializing transformative cell and gene therapies for severe diseases. Through strategic partnerships with leading scientists and inventors, along with a centralized facility for efficient translation of R&D into viable therapies, the company aims to deliver life-changing medicines to patients.
Veloce Energy
Series A in 2023
Veloce Energy specializes in energy storage and infrastructure solutions designed to facilitate the electrification of transportation. The company offers a modular and scalable battery energy storage system along with a flexible above-ground installation system, which streamlines the design, construction, and operation of electric vehicle charging stations. Veloce Energy's innovative ARGOS software platform enhances these systems by providing a user-friendly interface for secure transactions and operational intelligence. This technology addresses challenges related to connecting large loads at the grid edge, significantly reducing costs and development time for EV charging stations by over 50%. Additionally, Veloce Energy enables distributed storage deployment and introduces new financing models such as charging as a service, thus enhancing the overall efficiency of electric vehicle infrastructure.
Clean Energy Connect
Series B in 2023
Clean Energy Connect Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2020 that specializes in providing renewable energy solutions to corporate clients. The company focuses on generating and delivering green energy while investing in its own generation capacity to ensure a reliable electricity supply without environmental harm. Clean Energy Connect facilitates the transition to renewable energy by connecting distributed energy resources with customers interested in sustainable practices. It offers advisory services to optimize energy solutions, covering everything from implementation to operational methods, and providing cost-effective proposals that help clients seamlessly adopt renewable energy sources.
Redish operates a restaurant reservation platform described as convenient and rewarding, and provides management support services for the food and beverage industry. The company offers data-driven bookkeeping and uses a three-way approach to address underlying management issues, helping clients manage financing and day-to-day business operations more effectively.
Lanvin Group is a prominent player in the fashion industry, managing a diverse portfolio of luxury brands, including Lanvin, Caruso, Wolford, Sergio Rossi, and St. John Knits. The company specializes in a wide range of products, encompassing apparel, leather goods, footwear, and accessories. Among its portfolio, the Wolford segment generates the majority of the company's revenue, reflecting its strong position within the market. Lanvin Group is dedicated to providing in-depth insights and connectivity to the fashion landscape, thereby reinforcing its role as a key participant in the luxury goods sector.
Bumper is a payment platform designed specifically for car dealerships. It offers a vehicle finance solution that helps drivers manage repair and servicing expenses through interest-free installment plans, collaborating with accredited professionals to streamline paperwork processes.
ROSI is a company based in Grenoble, France, focused on developing innovative technologies for the recycling and revalorization of raw materials within the photovoltaic industry. The company specializes in recovering ultra-pure silicon and other metals that are typically lost during the manufacturing of photovoltaic cells and at the end of a solar panel's life cycle. By addressing industrial waste generated during the solar wafer slicing process and capturing silicon fine particles lost during PV-silicon production, ROSI enables its clients to produce photovoltaic modules in a more sustainable and cost-effective manner.
Upstart Power
Series C in 2022
Upstart Power designs, manufactures, and sells solid oxide fuel cell systems for distributed electricity generation. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Southborough, Massachusetts, the company focuses on replacing internal combustion engine generators in residential settings and critical communications infrastructure to improve reliability, reduce noise and emissions, and lower total costs of ownership. Its solid oxide fuel cell systems generate electricity at the point of use from natural gas or propane, offering carbon-efficient, quiet power. The company also supports integration with solar and battery storage to provide long-duration backup power. Upstart Power positions its products as cost-effective, dependable alternatives for distributed power, targeting applications where continuous power and resilience are essential.
Impact Bioenergy
Series A in 2022
Chomp is a company that designs and manufactures patented, containerized anaerobic digestion systems suitable for urban and suburban settings. These advanced systems convert organic waste materials, particularly food waste, into renewable energy and biofertilizers through a biological process. By processing between 25 and 925 tons of organic waste annually, Chomp helps businesses and communities minimize their waste footprint while generating clean energy in the form of electricity, heat, and vehicle fuel. Additionally, the company is a co-creator of Community Supported Biocycling (CSB), a community-focused initiative that connects food waste management with job creation, energy conservation, and sustainable urban agriculture. CSB fosters resilient food ecosystems by engaging various stakeholders, including farmers, food and beverage businesses, communities, and governments, to promote access to healthy organic food and effective waste management practices.
Nudge provides in-house credit card solutions tailored for creators, sports teams, and other communities with fan bases. Their platform enables these groups to create custom cards from a single card.
Docquity develops a health technology platform that connects medical experts globally. It facilitates collaboration among healthcare professionals through access to industry content, live webinars, and events. The platform also offers courses focused on personal development and stress management.
Eguana Technologies
Post in 2022
Eguana Technologies designs, manufactures, and markets advanced power inverters and energy storage systems under the Enduro, Evolve, and Elevate brands. Its products serve residential and commercial applications for solar photovoltaic systems, small wind turbines, fuel cells, and energy storage businesses in Europe and North America.
Le Coq Sportif
Acquisition in 2022
Le Coq Sportif is a French designer, manufacturer, and retailer of sporting apparel and related products. Founded in 1882 and based in Entzheim, it produces footwear, T-shirts, polo shirts, hoodies, jackets, sweatpants, shorts, and women's dresses and skirts, along with accessories for amateurs, enthusiasts and professionals. The company distributes through its own stores, distributors, factory outlets and online channels, and it also provides team kits for football, rugby and tennis at a range of price points.
HeveaConnect
Series A in 2022
HeveaConnect Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-based company that operates a digital trading marketplace specifically for the natural rubber industry. Founded in 2018, the platform facilitates direct transactions between natural rubber producers and consumers, allowing users to track pricing and access relevant information. HeveaConnect serves a diverse range of stakeholders in the natural rubber market, including farmers, producers, consumers, and various facilitators such as financial institutions, logistics providers, and warehousing suppliers. The company emphasizes sustainable practices in the processing of natural rubber, enhancing its appeal in an increasingly environmentally conscious market. HeveaConnect is a subsidiary of Halcyon Agri Corporation Limited.
TeamT5 is a professional cybersecurity solution provider specializing in cyber threat intelligence (CTI) and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions. With over a decade of experience in malware research and security incident response, TeamT5 possesses a deep understanding of cyber espionage, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. The company's advanced portal, ThreatVision, offers comprehensive CTI, while ThreatSonar provides effective solutions for advanced persistent threat (APT) hunting. TeamT5 serves a diverse range of industries, including government, finance, technology, telecommunications, and cybersecurity services, enabling organizations in the US, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, India, Vietnam, and the Philippines to safeguard their confidential information and operations against cyber attacks.
Wingcopter
Series A in 2022
Wingcopter GmbH is a German manufacturer of advanced delivery drones, specializing in unmanned aircraft systems designed for both social and civilian applications. Founded in 2014 and based in Darmstadt, the company focuses on optimizing medical supply chains and last-mile logistics for various sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, forestry, and mining. Its flagship model, the Wingcopter 198, features a patented tilt-rotor mechanism that allows for vertical takeoff and landing while enabling efficient long-distance flight, even under challenging weather conditions. The drones are utilized for delivering essential items such as medicines, vaccines, and food to remote locations, as well as for inspecting public infrastructure. Wingcopter's commitment to improving and saving lives has garnered recognition, including being named a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum in 2020. The company employs a dedicated team of 120 professionals focused on meaningful commercial and humanitarian applications.
Dome Corp. is a wholesale company that manufactures and sells a variety of sports products (including Under Armour) and sports supplements.
Wingcopter
Venture Round in 2022
Wingcopter GmbH is a German manufacturer of advanced delivery drones, specializing in unmanned aircraft systems designed for both social and civilian applications. Founded in 2014 and based in Darmstadt, the company focuses on optimizing medical supply chains and last-mile logistics for various sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, forestry, and mining. Its flagship model, the Wingcopter 198, features a patented tilt-rotor mechanism that allows for vertical takeoff and landing while enabling efficient long-distance flight, even under challenging weather conditions. The drones are utilized for delivering essential items such as medicines, vaccines, and food to remote locations, as well as for inspecting public infrastructure. Wingcopter's commitment to improving and saving lives has garnered recognition, including being named a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum in 2020. The company employs a dedicated team of 120 professionals focused on meaningful commercial and humanitarian applications.
iPrice Group
Corporate Round in 2022
iPrice Group is an online price comparison platform that aims to enhance the e-commerce experience for shoppers in Southeast Asia by offering a diverse selection of products from numerous online retailers. The company provides users with the ability to compare prices, discover various products, and find the best deals across multiple categories, including electronics, fashion, home improvements, and baby products. By partnering with hundreds of online shops, iPrice facilitates a transparent and convenient shopping experience. Established in Kuala Lumpur, the company has rapidly expanded its presence across seven markets, including Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, and the Philippines. With a mission to boost trust and convenience in the e-commerce sector, iPrice leverages international expertise in technology and online marketing to serve its customers effectively.
Traxens
Venture Round in 2022
Traxens is a provider of supply chain tracking services that offers comprehensive data and analytics to enhance visibility into container transport and logistics. The company focuses on delivering precise and timely information on containers and their transporters, enabling stakeholders in multi-modal transport to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize investments. Through a dedicated three-year research and development program, Traxens has developed advanced technology for cost-effective, durable, and autonomous devices capable of capturing and transmitting real-time data from anywhere in the world. This innovative approach allows Traxens to transform logistics data into actionable insights, benefiting a wide range of customers in the supply chain industry.
Clean Energy Connect
Venture Round in 2021
Clean Energy Connect Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2020 that specializes in providing renewable energy solutions to corporate clients. The company focuses on generating and delivering green energy while investing in its own generation capacity to ensure a reliable electricity supply without environmental harm. Clean Energy Connect facilitates the transition to renewable energy by connecting distributed energy resources with customers interested in sustainable practices. It offers advisory services to optimize energy solutions, covering everything from implementation to operational methods, and providing cost-effective proposals that help clients seamlessly adopt renewable energy sources.
Mingshi
Venture Round in 2021
Weiming Foods is a coffee product provider. It is a professional company that provides coffee products, coffee equipment, coffee supporting facilities and other services for all major catering platforms and chain systems across the country, and provides OEM customization of coffee products and coffee accessories. The main business is coffee roasting and popcorn production. Its main brands are ming's (coffee) and Hake (popcorn).
Infostellar
Series B in 2021
Infostellar is a Tokyo-based company that develops cloud-based satellite communications infrastructure, notably the StellarStation platform, a ground station sharing solution that enables satellite operators to access a global network of antennas through a single interface. The platform lets ground station owners monetize idle capacity while reducing transmission costs and increasing uptime with satellites. By linking antenna assets via a managed cloud service, Infostellar supports space operators in expanding coverage and improving service quality through flexible, on-demand access to ground stations worldwide.
Paptic
Funding Round in 2021
Paptic is a manufacturing company focused on creating innovative, wood-based renewable and recyclable products that aim to replace traditional paper and plastic materials. By developing plastic bags that merge the renewability and recyclability of paper with the functional benefits of plastics, Paptic addresses critical global environmental challenges, particularly the accumulation of plastic waste. The company's products enable customers to pursue sustainable practices without compromising their everyday needs for plastic bags.
Raven is a producer of green hydrogen and synthetic fuels using organic waste. They transform waste destined for landfills into environmentally friendly, efficient, and profitable clean hydrogen and Fischer-Tropsch synthetic fuels with our patented Steam/CO2 Reformer technology.
Raven was in 2018 and is based in Pinedale, Wyoming.
Susten Capital Management
Funding Round in 2021
Susten Capital Management is a firm that specializes in internet asset management services, aimed at simplifying the investment process for individual investors. The company employs an omakase investment approach, which focuses on creating globally diversified investment portfolios tailored to meet the unique goals of each client. Leveraging advanced investment theories, Susten has developed a system that operates automatically, allowing investors to manage their assets conveniently through a smartphone application. By utilizing decentralized investment strategies often practiced by institutional investors, Susten Capital Management provides a streamlined and accessible platform for those looking to navigate the complexities of modern investing.
JOOR operates a digital wholesale platform that connects fashion brands and retailers worldwide. The system replaces manual ordering with automated B2B order management, payment processing, and virtual showrooms, enabling faster transactions and reduced errors. It supplies data analytics to help users track performance, cut costs, and enhance customer experience. Through a curated network of global partners, the platform supports brands and buyers in building strategic relationships and scaling operations across markets.
24M Technologies
Series E in 2021
24M Technologies specializes in energy storage systems for grid and transportation applications. It offers innovative binder-free semisolid electrodes and unit cells, eliminating the need for traditional hydro or pyrometallurgical processes in battery recycling.
Funds is a loan investment firm that operates an online peer-to-peer lending marketplace, facilitating connections between individual investors and businesses seeking operating capital. Through its platform, Funds allows companies to secure financing by investing in funds via silent partnership agreements, starting from increments as low as 1 yen. This approach enables individual investors to manage their assets online while providing businesses access to necessary funds. By focusing on middle-risk, middle-return financial instruments, Funds aims to create a streamlined investment experience that benefits both lenders and borrowers.
Farmer Connect
Series A in 2021
Farmer Connect is an agricultural technology company that offers a software platform enabling smallholder farmers to digitally connect with the agriculture supply chain. The platform leverages AI and blockchain technologies for enhanced traceability, automated compliance, and centralized ESG data management.
ElevateBio
Series C in 2021
Founded in 2017, ElevateBio operates a portfolio of companies focused on developing, manufacturing, and commercializing transformative cell and gene therapies for severe diseases. Through strategic partnerships with leading scientists and inventors, along with a centralized facility for efficient translation of R&D into viable therapies, the company aims to deliver life-changing medicines to patients.
Brainpad
Corporate Round in 2020
Brainpad is a company that specializes in big data analysis and analytic services, catering to businesses of all sizes. It offers a range of solutions, including data mining, business intelligence tools, machine learning, and robotic process automation services. By leveraging advanced analytics, Brainpad helps organizations optimize their operations and enhance decision-making processes through insightful data-driven strategies.
Zapata Computing
Series B in 2020
Zapata Computing, Inc. is a quantum software company that specializes in developing innovative computing solutions tailored for industrial and commercial applications. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in Toronto, the company emerged from Harvard University and is driven by a team of scientists, including Alán Aspuru-Guzik. Zapata offers Orquestra, a software platform that enables the composition of quantum workflows using a YAML-compatible language, facilitating tasks across both quantum and classical hardware. Its solutions are hardware-agnostic and cater to various sectors, including finance, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, transportation, logistics, energy, and more. Equipped to address complex challenges, Zapata Computing focuses on simulation, optimization, and machine learning, helping enterprise organizations harness the power of quantum technology to enhance their operations.
Founded in 2018, SkyDrive specializes in designing, developing, manufacturing, and selling electric flying cars. Its product offerings include Air Mobility for urban transportation and Cargo Drone for logistics solutions.
FamilyMart
Acquisition in 2020
Founded in Japan in 1988, FamilyMart is a leading global convenience store chain operating over 24,000 stores worldwide. It offers a wide range of products including groceries, snacks, drinks, and ready-to-eat items, along with franchise business services.
Moixa Technology
Convertible Note in 2020
Moixa Technology develops integrated hardware and software solutions for renewable energy storage, optimization, and aggregation. Established in 2005, it specializes in residential and commercial energy storage systems, offering battery solutions, DC sockets, LED lighting products, and smart monitoring services. Moixa serves utilities, network operators, installers, and other market segments.
Chromocenter
Corporate Round in 2020
Chromocenter Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Yonago, Japan, established in 2005. The company specializes in developing artificial chromosome technologies, primarily focusing on applications within the life sciences sector. Chromocenter's innovative approach utilizes artificial chromosome vectors to facilitate drug discovery and the construction of stable gene expression cell lines, which are essential for high protein production. Additionally, the company offers services such as chromosome analysis and various forms of fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), including multicolor and monochrome analysis. Through its advanced technologies, Chromocenter aims to provide clinicians with safe and effective pharmaceuticals for treating a range of diseases.
SO-SURE
Seed Round in 2020
SO-SURE is an innovative insurance provider focused on rebuilding consumer trust in the insurance sector. As a fully delegated authority managing general agent (MGA), SO-SURE has digitized the entire insurance value chain and developed proprietary anti-fraud technology. The company's online platform offers a unique insurance model that promises a streamlined claim process, allowing claims to be handled up to ten times faster and easier. Additionally, if clients do not file a claim during the policy period, they can receive up to 80% of their premium back, enhancing the overall customer experience. SO-SURE's approach not only benefits consumers but also provides advantages for underwriters by expanding the addressable market and reducing loss ratios, thereby creating a mutually beneficial insurance environment.
TRENDE Inc. is a renewable energy company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the online retail of electricity to residential customers. Founded in 2017, TRENDE operates two primary services: Ashita Denki, which offers affordable energy plans, and Hot Denki, designed to encourage customers to become prosumers through a third-party ownership model that allows homeowners to benefit from solar systems without the initial investment. The company also develops a peer-to-peer electricity trading system to enhance the efficiency and adoption of renewable energy. In addition to its retail services, TRENDE provides solutions for smart solar power generation and energy storage, catering to the growing demand for sustainable energy options among consumers.
Dentsu Retail Marketing
Venture Round in 2020
Dentsu Retail Marketing specializes in providing comprehensive data analysis and marketing support services tailored for retailers. The company functions as a one-stop shop for business process outsourcing in the realm of in-store promotions, catering to both retailers and manufacturers. Dentsu Retail Marketing offers a range of services that include the development of marketing strategies grounded in unique analyses of ID-POS and other data types. Additionally, the company supports the optimization of retail environments through the planning and production of in-store promotional tools and shelf allocation proposals. Their services extend to providing field support for in-store operations, ensuring that retailers can effectively implement promotional strategies that drive sales and enhance customer engagement.
Noin
Venture Round in 2020
Noin, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in online content creation and media development, with a focus on the cosmetics industry. The company provides services that address contemporary trends and concerns, producing engaging videos and other content aimed at helping its audience. In addition to content creation, Noin also offers sales account management and social media management services tailored for online businesses, enhancing their digital presence and engagement.
ANYCOLOR is a start-up in the entertainment industry, specializing in supporting and managing virtual talent, notably the Nijisanji Project. They facilitate the operation of virtual talents, known as "virtual rivers," within this project. The company leverages advanced technology to create innovative experiences for global audiences, aiming to enrich everyday lives through its unique offerings.
Paidy is a Japanese fintech company that offers a cardless real-time payment network. It enables consumers to buy online without a credit card or pre-registration, optimizing for mobile and instant-checkout. Paidy's platform uses proprietary technology to score creditworthiness, underwrite transactions, and guarantee payment to merchants.
BigRentz operates the world's largest online marketplace for construction equipment rental. Its platform connects contractors with over 6,000 suppliers across the U.S., offering seamless online booking, real-time pricing, and nationwide coverage. BigRentz provides solutions such as Marketplace for on-demand rentals, BigRentz+ for managed vendor consolidation, and SiteStack for comprehensive vendor management. By leveraging AI-driven analysis, it optimizes pricing and logistics, reducing costs, particularly in hauling.
Eze
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Eze operates a B2B marketplace facilitating the trading of telecommunication and global electronic devices in wholesale quantities. It provides real-time market data, aiming to formalize and improve the efficiency of the second-hand electronics market.
VPP Japan
Corporate Round in 2020
VPP Japan Inc., established in Tokyo in June 2017, specializes in renewable energy management. The company generates, transmits, and distributes electricity using solar power plants, serving both residential and commercial customers. Its core service is a self-consumption type solar power generation system that maximizes clean energy usage, regardless of sunshine hours, by integrating future storage services. This enables clients to transition to renewable energy sources, reducing their carbon dioxide emissions and enhancing disaster resistance.
Sensible 4
Series A in 2020
Sensible4 is an autonomous driving software company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Espoo, Southern Finland. The company specializes in developing self-driving vehicle technology that operates efficiently in changing weather conditions and does not rely on lane markings. By leveraging advanced AI sensor fusion, Sensible4's solutions are designed for low energy consumption and minimal resource requirements. The company aims to integrate autonomous shuttle fleets into existing urban transportation systems, enhancing last-mile transport for both goods and people. Sensible4 provides its expertise to vehicle manufacturers, automotive suppliers, cities, and mobile operators, focusing on delivering reliable and safe autonomous driving solutions across various vehicle types.
Couger
Venture Round in 2020
Couger is an IT firm that focuses on building an integrated autonomous technology platform to support automation and intelligent systems.
iLAC
Venture Round in 2020
iLAC Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Tsukuba, Japan, specializing in personalized precision medicine. Established in 2012, the company develops advanced genome analysis systems that decode the nucleotide sequences of genes. By harnessing scientific evidence, iLAC diagnoses diseases and promotes tailored treatment plans for individuals, enhancing the effectiveness of medical interventions. This innovative approach enables healthcare providers to select optimal treatments and medications based on the unique genetic profiles of patients, thereby improving health outcomes.
DiShangTie Car Rental (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is a company based in Shenzhen, China, specializing in the rental and maintenance of commercial electric vehicles (EVs) for passenger and cargo transportation. Established in 2015, the company focuses on the transportation and logistics sector, providing sustainable energy vehicle rental services tailored for the new energy logistics market. DiShangTie also manufactures electric car charging stations, supporting its commitment to offering green and sustainable vehicle leasing alternatives to major express logistics and urban distribution companies. Through its services, the company aims to facilitate the adoption of environmentally friendly transport solutions in China.
DiShangTie Car Rental (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is a company based in Shenzhen, China, specializing in the rental and maintenance of commercial electric vehicles (EVs) for passenger and cargo transportation. Established in 2015, the company focuses on the transportation and logistics sector, providing sustainable energy vehicle rental services tailored for the new energy logistics market. DiShangTie also manufactures electric car charging stations, supporting its commitment to offering green and sustainable vehicle leasing alternatives to major express logistics and urban distribution companies. Through its services, the company aims to facilitate the adoption of environmentally friendly transport solutions in China.
Kipp Financial Technologies
Seed Round in 2019
Kipp Financial Technologies specializes in delivering comprehensive financial services tailored for the fintech industry. The company focuses on emerging trends such as overseas remittance, international brand card issuance, and deferred payment services. Kipp operates a Banking as a Service (BaaS) platform that provides system infrastructure in a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, enabling financial service providers to enhance their operational efficiency and user experience. Its platform includes functionalities like wallet management, remittance solutions, settlement processing, anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, and credit management services. By offering these tools, Kipp Financial Technologies aims to improve productivity for its clients within the financial sector.
justInCase
Series A in 2019
justInCase offers AI-driven smartphone repair cost and accident insurance services via its mobile application. Founded in Japan in 2018 by experienced actuaries and data scientists, the company aims to enhance customer experience through digital operations.
NETSTARS
Venture Round in 2019
Netstars Co., Ltd is an internet service company based in Tokyo, Japan, with additional offices in Shenzhen, Dalian, and Hanoi. Founded in 2009, the company specializes in developing and distributing point of sale terminals that facilitate smartphone-based payment methods, including QR codes and barcodes, catering to a variety of service providers. Its core offerings include StarPay, a multi-cashless payment solution; StarPay-DX, which addresses store operation challenges through digital transformation; and StarPay Global, aimed at promoting cashless payment solutions internationally. Additionally, Netstars provides mobile payment services, a multiple payment option gateway, and promotional services for inbound tourists, incorporating popular platforms such as WeChat Pay and Line Pay. The company also develops mobile instant messaging software to enhance user engagement.
SDP Japan
Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2014, SDP Japan operates a platform that facilitates the procurement of medical equipment for bed-based hospitals and clinics. The company specializes in providing surgical materials, pharmaceuticals, and IT system services, aiming to enhance surgical safety and patient care.
NestEgg, Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016. It specializes in the planning, development, and operation of savings and settlement services, which are delivered through its mobile application, finbee. The company aims to provide users with tools and resources to manage their savings effectively.
JustPark is a digital platform that simplifies the parking experience for drivers and property owners alike. With a user-friendly app, it enables over 2 million drivers to find parking quickly, offering access to millions of spaces while providing real-time information on pricing, availability, and restrictions. Users can reserve and pay for guaranteed parking at more than 20,000 locations, with the ability to extend their parking time effortlessly through the app. For property owners and operators, JustPark delivers data-driven solutions that enhance efficiency, improve user experience, and boost revenue by unlocking previously inactive parking spaces. The company serves a diverse clientele, including hotels, local authorities, and commercial car parks, and has received accolades for its innovative technology and high customer satisfaction rates. As a leader in the parking industry, JustPark is committed to transforming parking into a seamless and stress-free process for everyone involved.
NestEgg
Seed Round in 2019
NestEgg Online, Inc. is a Chicago-based company established in 2017 that specializes in developing property management software tailored for rental property owners. The company offers a comprehensive platform designed to simplify the management of rental properties, enabling landlords to automate rent collection, streamline maintenance, and handle administrative tasks efficiently. NestEgg's application connects property owners with trusted maintenance professionals, providing access to discounted rates and ensuring timely upkeep services. Additionally, the platform offers tools for property maintenance coordination and tenant finding, ultimately enhancing cash flow certainty for independent landlords and real estate professionals.
Bitkey develops a smart lock system that uses blockchain technology and encryption. Its digital key infrastructure enables secure access control for homes, offices, and hotels. Founded in 2018, Bitkey is headquartered in Chuo-ku, Japan.
Spire Global
Series D in 2019
Spire Global, Inc., established in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Glasgow and Singapore, specializes in satellite data services. The company offers two primary data services: Spire Sense, which provides ship tracking data for applications such as illegal fishing monitoring, trade analysis, and maritime domain awareness; and Spire Stratus, which delivers global weather data. Additionally, Spire Global provides machine learning and analytics tools to enhance vessel detection and information gathering. Its clients include mining companies, government authorities, port operators, and those involved in arctic shipping routes.
Motive
Corporate Round in 2019
Motive is a technology company building technology to improve the safety, productivity, sustainability, and profitability of businesses that power the physical economy. Combined with AI, the Motive platform gives you complete visibility and control and significantly reduces manual workloads by automating and simplifying tasks. Motive serves small businesses across a wide range of industries, including transportation and logistics, construction, energy, field service, manufacturing, agriculture, food and beverage, retail, and the public sector. Motive is a fully unified integrated operations platform, combining driver safety, fleet management, equipment monitoring, and spend management all in one place.
Funds
Venture Round in 2019
Funds is a loan investment firm that operates an online peer-to-peer lending marketplace, facilitating connections between individual investors and businesses seeking operating capital. Through its platform, Funds allows companies to secure financing by investing in funds via silent partnership agreements, starting from increments as low as 1 yen. This approach enables individual investors to manage their assets online while providing businesses access to necessary funds. By focusing on middle-risk, middle-return financial instruments, Funds aims to create a streamlined investment experience that benefits both lenders and borrowers.
Crowdport
Venture Round in 2019
Crowdport operates “Funds,” a P2P platform, connecting individual investors who wish to manage their assets with companies that wish to borrow operating funds.
Knotel Holdings
Series C in 2019
Knotel Holdings is a global flexible workspace platform that specializes in providing customized office spaces for established and growing companies. With a portfolio exceeding 5 million square feet across more than 300 locations worldwide, Knotel aims to enhance the work experience by tailoring environments to meet the specific needs of its clients. The company offers a flexible pricing structure, allowing businesses to avoid the risks associated with long-term leases and enabling them to concentrate on their core operations and culture. By transforming commercial real estate, Knotel supports companies in optimizing their workspaces to foster productivity and innovation.
Traxens is a provider of supply chain tracking services that offers comprehensive data and analytics to enhance visibility into container transport and logistics. The company focuses on delivering precise and timely information on containers and their transporters, enabling stakeholders in multi-modal transport to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize investments. Through a dedicated three-year research and development program, Traxens has developed advanced technology for cost-effective, durable, and autonomous devices capable of capturing and transmitting real-time data from anywhere in the world. This innovative approach allows Traxens to transform logistics data into actionable insights, benefiting a wide range of customers in the supply chain industry.
Descente
Acquisition in 2019
Descente Ltd. is a Japanese company that specializes in the manufacture and sale of sportswear and related products. Founded in 1935 and headquartered in Tokyo, it offers a diverse range of apparel for various sports, including outdoor activities, swimming, winter sports, golf, soccer, cycling, tennis, volleyball, baseball, running, and fitness training. The company's products are marketed under several well-known brand names, including DESCENTE, le coq sportif, arena, Munsingwear, umbro, Inov-8, SKINS, Marmot, LANVIN SPORT, CUTTER & BUCK, SRIXON, AVIA, and ryka. Descente operates not only in Japan but also in international markets across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
Singulato Motors
Corporate Round in 2019
Singulato Motors is an electric vehicle startup focused on the development of new energy vehicles and smart car systems. The company engages in research and development as well as the design of innovative smart vehicles, including the iS6 intelligent electric SUV, the iM8 electric multi-purpose vehicle, and the iC3 mini smart vehicle. These vehicles are equipped with advanced features such as anti-fatigue auto-driving mechanisms and night vision systems, prioritizing safety and enhancing the driving experience. Singulato Motors brings together a diverse team of experts from various industries, including internet technology, automotive engineering, and intelligent hardware, to drive innovation in the automotive sector. By leveraging big data and cloud computing, the company aims to integrate its strengths and industrial capital to revolutionize the mobile internet and smart energy vehicle landscape.
Fyusion
Corporate Round in 2019
Fyusion is a 3D computer vision and machine learning company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2013. The company specializes in developing a platform that enables the creation of immersive, interactive, photorealistic 3D images using smartphones or other cameras. These images can be viewed on various devices, including mobile, desktop, virtual reality, and augmented reality platforms. Fyusion's primary focus is on providing solutions for automotive and eCommerce sectors, allowing clients to automate car condition reporting and enhance their imaging capabilities at scale. Through its technology, Fyusion aims to make images not only visually appealing but also rich in functionality.
Dawex
Venture Round in 2019
Dawex is a French technology company founded in 2015, specializing in data exchange solutions. It operates the largest data marketplace, facilitating the secure circulation of data among over 12,000 organizations across more than 20 sectors. Dawex's platform enables businesses to source and exchange data while ensuring compliance with regulations, thereby helping them to generate new revenue streams and enhance their overall value. With offices in Paris, Lyon, and Montreal, Dawex is expanding its operations into Asia and the Middle East. In recognition of its innovative contributions to the industry, the company was named a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum in 2020.
Moixa Technology
Corporate Round in 2019
Moixa Technology develops integrated hardware and software solutions for renewable energy storage, optimization, and aggregation. Established in 2005, it specializes in residential and commercial energy storage systems, offering battery solutions, DC sockets, LED lighting products, and smart monitoring services. Moixa serves utilities, network operators, installers, and other market segments.
CAMPFIRE, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in planning, developing, and managing cloud funding platforms in Japan. It operates the largest crowdfunding platform in the country, known as CAMPFIRE, which supports individuals and creators in launching a variety of projects. In addition to its main platform, CAMPFIRE offers several specialized services, including GoodMorning for socially beneficial projects, CLOSS for fashion-related initiatives, and FAAVO for region-focused endeavors. The company also features polka, an application that facilitates fundraising for personal events among friends, and CAMPFIRE Bank, which provides financial services centered on loans. Another offering, Gojo, is a community wallet application designed for sharing funds among family and community members. Since its establishment in 2011, CAMPFIRE has catered to a diverse clientele that includes individuals, creators, companies, non-profit organizations, universities, and local governments, addressing a wide range of financial needs.
MUSCA
Venture Round in 2019
MUSCA is a Japanese startup developing innovative insect-based technology to address global food scarcity and waste management issues. The company specializes in breeding houseflies with enhanced stress resistance and productivity, transforming organic waste into high-quality fertilizer and animal feed more efficiently than traditional methods. This closed-loop system aims to promote sustainable resource utilization and reduce waste.
CAMPFIRE
Venture Round in 2019
CAMPFIRE, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in planning, developing, and managing cloud funding platforms in Japan. It operates the largest crowdfunding platform in the country, known as CAMPFIRE, which supports individuals and creators in launching a variety of projects. In addition to its main platform, CAMPFIRE offers several specialized services, including GoodMorning for socially beneficial projects, CLOSS for fashion-related initiatives, and FAAVO for region-focused endeavors. The company also features polka, an application that facilitates fundraising for personal events among friends, and CAMPFIRE Bank, which provides financial services centered on loans. Another offering, Gojo, is a community wallet application designed for sharing funds among family and community members. Since its establishment in 2011, CAMPFIRE has catered to a diverse clientele that includes individuals, creators, companies, non-profit organizations, universities, and local governments, addressing a wide range of financial needs.
Descente Ltd. is a Japanese company that specializes in the manufacture and sale of sportswear and related products. Founded in 1935 and headquartered in Tokyo, it offers a diverse range of apparel for various sports, including outdoor activities, swimming, winter sports, golf, soccer, cycling, tennis, volleyball, baseball, running, and fitness training. The company's products are marketed under several well-known brand names, including DESCENTE, le coq sportif, arena, Munsingwear, umbro, Inov-8, SKINS, Marmot, LANVIN SPORT, CUTTER & BUCK, SRIXON, AVIA, and ryka. Descente operates not only in Japan but also in international markets across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
TriNetX, Inc. operates a global health research network that facilitates clinical research and enhances the discovery of new therapies. The company provides a suite of tools, including TriNetX Live for analyzing patient populations, TriNetX Research for accessing longitudinal clinical data, and TriNetX Download for obtaining real-world clinical data through a unified platform. Additionally, TriNetX offers Attract Trials to streamline collaboration, Natural Language Processing to extract clinical information from physician notes, and specialized oncology solutions to link researchers with clinical and genomic data. Serving healthcare organizations, biopharmaceutical companies, and contract research organizations, TriNetX aims to optimize clinical trial design and recruitment, improving the speed and efficiency of bringing new therapies to market. Established in 2013, the company is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Sydney, London, and Sao Paulo.
Docquity develops a health technology platform that connects medical experts globally. It facilitates collaboration among healthcare professionals through access to industry content, live webinars, and events. The platform also offers courses focused on personal development and stress management.
JOOR operates a digital wholesale platform that connects fashion brands and retailers worldwide. The system replaces manual ordering with automated B2B order management, payment processing, and virtual showrooms, enabling faster transactions and reduced errors. It supplies data analytics to help users track performance, cut costs, and enhance customer experience. Through a curated network of global partners, the platform supports brands and buyers in building strategic relationships and scaling operations across markets.
TytoCare develops handheld devices and software that enable users to perform self-examinations, facilitating remote diagnosis by healthcare professionals. The company's tools allow examination of various body areas and diagnose common conditions. TytoCare offers solutions for consumers (TytoHome), professionals (TytoPro), and remote clinics (TytoClinic). Incorporated in 2011, the company is headquartered in Netanya, Israel with an additional office in New York.
WHITE CROSS
Venture Round in 2018
WHITE CROSS Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015 that specializes in developing and operating an information and communications technology platform focused on dental care. The company offers a cloud-based platform that supports clinic management, recruitment, education, and advertising services tailored for dental health professionals and organizations. By managing community sites and facilitating connections within the dental industry, WHITE CROSS aims to enhance the quality of care provided to patients and streamline operations for dental care providers.
24M Technologies
Series D in 2018
24M Technologies specializes in energy storage systems for grid and transportation applications. It offers innovative binder-free semisolid electrodes and unit cells, eliminating the need for traditional hydro or pyrometallurgical processes in battery recycling.
Pring
Venture Round in 2018
Pring specializes in digital financial innovation, focusing on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing measures through its mobile application.
DiShangTie Car Rental (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is a company based in Shenzhen, China, specializing in the rental and maintenance of commercial electric vehicles (EVs) for passenger and cargo transportation. Established in 2015, the company focuses on the transportation and logistics sector, providing sustainable energy vehicle rental services tailored for the new energy logistics market. DiShangTie also manufactures electric car charging stations, supporting its commitment to offering green and sustainable vehicle leasing alternatives to major express logistics and urban distribution companies. Through its services, the company aims to facilitate the adoption of environmentally friendly transport solutions in China.
DiShangTie Car Rental (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is a company based in Shenzhen, China, specializing in the rental and maintenance of commercial electric vehicles (EVs) for passenger and cargo transportation. Established in 2015, the company focuses on the transportation and logistics sector, providing sustainable energy vehicle rental services tailored for the new energy logistics market. DiShangTie also manufactures electric car charging stations, supporting its commitment to offering green and sustainable vehicle leasing alternatives to major express logistics and urban distribution companies. Through its services, the company aims to facilitate the adoption of environmentally friendly transport solutions in China.
HiyaCar
Venture Round in 2018
HiyaCar operates a peer-to-peer car-sharing platform that connects drivers directly with private car owners for short-term rentals. Founded in London in 2014, the company pioneered an app-controlled box called QuickStart® to facilitate seamless key exchange. HiyaCar aims to reduce the number of cars on the road by encouraging shared usage and fostering community interaction.
WingArc1st
Venture Round in 2018
WingArc1st provides software solutions for business intelligence, enterprise output management, and customer relationship management. These tools help companies leverage their data strategically. The company also offers consulting services, training, and global support.
TBM Co., Ltd. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in the research, production, and sale of LIMEX, a limestone-based material serving as an alternative to paper and plastics. Founded in 2011, TBM offers a diverse range of products, including LIMEX sheets for menus, business cards, displays, maps, and bags, as well as LIMEX plastic alternatives for containers, posters, and stationary goods. The company distributes its innovative products globally, contributing to environmentally friendly solutions in various sectors. TBM also has additional offices in Kyoto, Japan, and San Francisco, California, and operates as a subsidiary of ZERO Co., Ltd.
Singulato Motors
Corporate Round in 2018
Singulato Motors is an electric vehicle startup focused on the development of new energy vehicles and smart car systems. The company engages in research and development as well as the design of innovative smart vehicles, including the iS6 intelligent electric SUV, the iM8 electric multi-purpose vehicle, and the iC3 mini smart vehicle. These vehicles are equipped with advanced features such as anti-fatigue auto-driving mechanisms and night vision systems, prioritizing safety and enhancing the driving experience. Singulato Motors brings together a diverse team of experts from various industries, including internet technology, automotive engineering, and intelligent hardware, to drive innovation in the automotive sector. By leveraging big data and cloud computing, the company aims to integrate its strengths and industrial capital to revolutionize the mobile internet and smart energy vehicle landscape.
Paidy is a Japanese fintech company that offers a cardless real-time payment network. It enables consumers to buy online without a credit card or pre-registration, optimizing for mobile and instant-checkout. Paidy's platform uses proprietary technology to score creditworthiness, underwrite transactions, and guarantee payment to merchants.