Mizuho Bank

Mizuho Bank, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a commercial bank that provides a wide range of corporate and investment banking services to major corporations, financial institutions, and public sector entities. Its offerings include various types of deposits, loans, and financial products such as acceptance and negotiation of import/export bills, remittance services, and foreign exchange contracts. The bank is also involved in investment banking activities, including custodial services, syndication, and real estate and acquisition finance. As a subsidiary of Mizuho Financial Group, Mizuho Bank aims to meet the financial needs of both domestic and international clients through comprehensive banking solutions.

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AnyMind Group

Debt Financing in 2022
AnyMind Group is an organization that is transforming industries through artificial intelligence. Headquartered in Singapore, AnyMind Group is the parent company of AdAsia Holdings, TalentMind and CastingAsia. In the marketing industry, end-to-end solutions by companies under the AnyMind Group span influencer marketing, programmatic and digital advertising, and publisher monetization. For the human resource industry, AnyMind group’s TalentMind provides human resource and recruitment professionals with an AI-driven recruitment optimization platform to make hiring more efficient and smart. AnyMind Group aims to power businesses and professionals with a suite of AI-based solutions, enabling them to easily achieve greater scale and efficiency within and across departments.

ZEALS

Debt Financing in 2022
ZEALS Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the development of interactive communication tools, particularly chatbots. Its primary product, Fanp, is a chatbot management tool that integrates with platforms like Facebook Messenger, enabling businesses to enhance customer interactions through automated responses. Fanp generates a user database by analyzing profiles and attributes sourced from Facebook, and it includes a customer relationship management (CRM) function that allows media owners to target users based on specific criteria. ZEALS aims to support the revival of the Japanese industry by leveraging core IT technologies, reflecting the company's commitment to innovation and enthusiasm in system development.

TONIK

Series B in 2022
TONIK provides retail financial products, including deposits, loans, current accounts, payments, and cards on a highly secure digital banking platform.

Momo

Series E in 2021
Momo is a FinTech startup that offers a mobile, electronic wallet, and payment application for iOS and Android devices. Its products help customers in Vietnam make nationwide cash transfers, pay more than 100 types of bills, recharge mobile phone accounts, settle personal loans, and purchase services such as software license and online game cards, airline and movie tickets, etc. The company’s payment system partners with 24 domestic banks and foreign payment networks, including JCB, MasterCard, and Visa.

Clean Energy Connect

Venture Round in 2021
Clean Energy Connect Co., Ltd. owns, generates and delivers renewable energy for corporate customers. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Clean Energy Connect

Debt Financing in 2021
Clean Energy Connect Co., Ltd. owns, generates and delivers renewable energy for corporate customers. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Adani Transmission

Post in 2021
Adani Transmission Limited (ATL) headquartered at Ahmedabad in Gujarat, India, is one of the largest private sector power transmission companies in India with a presence across the western and northern regions of India. They primarily aim at addressing the vast potential in India’s transmission sector and our ambitious target is to set up 20,000 circuit km of transmission lines by 2022. They currently operate more than 8500 circuit kilometer of transmission lines and around 14000 MVA of power transformation capacity. They have invested in the latest technologies resulting in the highest network availability of over 99.80% in the country, which corresponds to the best global standards

One Act, Inc.

Seed Round in 2021
One Act is a global AI technology startup. Based in Japan, France and India. The main business is the development and operation of the world's first AI-powered source code marketplace, "PieceX".

Play Life

Venture Round in 2021
Play Life Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that operates an online portal dedicated to experience and events sharing. The platform enables users to search, share, and post information about various recreational activities, facilitating event planning, content sharing, and social interaction within an online community. By leveraging a real-name system, Play Life aims to provide reliable and practical insights from experienced users, enhancing the way individuals spend their leisure time. The service focuses on making recreational planning more enjoyable and convenient, offering valuable know-how and guidance for users looking to optimize their experiences.

RABO

Series A in 2021
RABO, Inc. designs, manufactures, and distributes Internet of Things-based collar-type wearable devices for cats’ behavioral measurement. It also develops mobile application to support its devices. The company’s products include Catlog pendant and belt, which measures activity data of cats for 24 hours and supports cat health management; Catlog home; and Catlog app, a mobile application that enables cat owners to review their cat’s activity. It distributes its products through online retail store. RABO, Inc. was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Shibuya, Japan.

Lean on Me

Venture Round in 2021
Lean on Me Co., Ltd. provides e-learning services for disabled people. It also offers tennis classes for intellectually disabled person. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Osaka, Japan.

Fairy Devices

Series B in 2021
Fairy Devices Inc is a Japanese company established in 2007 and located in Bunkyo-Ku, specializing in research and development in machine learning with a focus on audio and voice recognition. The company is engaged in creating and offering mimi, a cloud-based API service designed for voice dialogue systems. Additionally, it develops and sells Fairy I/O, a series of voice input/output hardware. Fairy Devices also provides a multilingual speech translation engine aimed at enhancing station guidance robots, further expanding its capabilities in the field of dialogue systems and user experience design.
Consolidated Communications, Inc. (CCI) offers residential digital TV, high-speed Internet and voice service in the greater Sacramento, California and Kansas City, Kansas and Missouri areas. Bundled residential/home offers provide additional savings for the most competitive rates. Our fiber-optic networks allow us to deliver extremely fast Internet access, crystal clear high definition cable television (HDTV), digital telephone and long distance services. All SureWest services include local, best-in-class customer service and 24/7 technical support.

Paidy

Venture Round in 2020
Paidy Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that offers a cardless payment platform for online shopping. Founded in 2008 and formerly known as Exchange Corporation K.K., Paidy allows consumers to make purchases using just their name and email address, eliminating the need for credit cards or pre-registration. The service is designed for mobile and instant-checkout, enabling users to buy online and settle their payments through a consolidated monthly bill. Paidy employs proprietary technology to assess creditworthiness, underwrite transactions, and ensure payment to merchants. This innovative approach caters to Japanese consumers who prefer not to use credit cards, thereby helping online vendors enhance their conversion rates, increase average order values, and encourage repeat purchases.

Ai Robotics

Series D in 2020
AI Robotics Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016. It specializes in the planning, development, and sales of skincare products and beauty appliances that utilize its proprietary artificial intelligence technology. In addition to its focus on beauty products, the company offers services for optimizing automatic advertisement operations, which include AI automation, algorithm bidding, and auto-tuning. Through these innovative solutions, AI Robotics aims to enhance the effectiveness of advertising strategies while also advancing the beauty and skincare industry with its AI-driven products.

Clue

Debt Financing in 2020
CLUE, Inc. is a technology startup based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in drone automation software. Founded in 2014, the company develops a range of solutions that utilize drone technology for various applications. Its primary products include DroneRoofer, which is designed for exterior roof inspections and construction surveying, and Drone Construction Management, which facilitates remote construction inspections and cloud collaboration on captured images. Additionally, CLUE offers Drone View-kun, a software focused on photography of condominiums and properties using drones. The company's innovative offerings aim to enhance efficiency and accuracy in the construction and real estate industries.

CAMPFIRE

Series E in 2020
CAMPFIRE, Inc. is a leading provider of cloud funding platforms in Japan, offering a range of services designed to support diverse projects and initiatives. Its flagship platform, CAMPFIRE, enables users to confidently launch projects, while additional specialized services include GoodMorning for socially beneficial projects, CLOSS for fashion-related ventures, and FAAVO for regional initiatives. The company also operates polka, a crowdfunding application that facilitates fundraising among friends for personal events, and CAMPFIRE Bank, which focuses on financial services and loans. Gojo, another of its offerings, is a community wallet application that allows users to share funds with family and community members. Catering to individuals, creators, corporations, non-profit organizations, universities, and local governments, CAMPFIRE has successfully facilitated approximately 15,000 projects, raising around $70 million from over 700,000 contributors since its inception in 2011 in Tokyo, Japan.

FunMake

Seed Round in 2020
FunMake Corp. is a promotion platform based in Osaka, Japan, with additional offices in Tokyo and Kyoto. Established in 2018, the company specializes in managing influencers, particularly YouTubers, and provides digital marketing services to businesses and local governments. FunMake focuses on leveraging YouTube content to enhance brand awareness and attract customers, supporting initiatives in regional revitalization and tourism promotion. Its services include video channel management, web management, and strategic advice on video content. FunMake also aids local governments and destination marketing organizations in attracting business and promoting tourism through effective video marketing campaigns.

OpenLogi

Series C in 2020
OpenLogi is a Tokyo based logistics platform focused on SMEs and freelancers. OpenLogi was founded back in December 2013 by Hidetsugu Ito who was previously involved in launching Japanese magazine subscription service Fujisan.co.jp. Based on his experience in discussing and negotiating with logistics companies, he founded OpenLogi to address logistics solutions for small e-commerce players.

OpenLogi

Debt Financing in 2020
OpenLogi is a Tokyo based logistics platform focused on SMEs and freelancers. OpenLogi was founded back in December 2013 by Hidetsugu Ito who was previously involved in launching Japanese magazine subscription service Fujisan.co.jp. Based on his experience in discussing and negotiating with logistics companies, he founded OpenLogi to address logistics solutions for small e-commerce players.

Eichiii

Venture Round in 2020
Operation of a space search reservation site that utilizes available space

Appier

Venture Round in 2020
Appier Inc. is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions to enhance customer engagement for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, Appier offers a range of AI-driven products, including Aideal, which aids in accelerating purchase decisions; AIQUA, a platform for proactive customer engagement based on user behavior; AIXON, a data science platform that enriches customer data for better audience insights and predictive modeling; and CrossX, an AI-powered advertising solution designed for optimal campaign performance. The company serves approximately 1,000 global brands and agencies, facilitating real-time bidding, programmatic media buying, and deep learning capabilities to help businesses target and retain customers effectively. Appier operates in 14 markets across Asia, including major cities such as Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, and Sydney.

Appier

Venture Round in 2020
Appier Inc. is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions to enhance customer engagement for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, Appier offers a range of AI-driven products, including Aideal, which aids in accelerating purchase decisions; AIQUA, a platform for proactive customer engagement based on user behavior; AIXON, a data science platform that enriches customer data for better audience insights and predictive modeling; and CrossX, an AI-powered advertising solution designed for optimal campaign performance. The company serves approximately 1,000 global brands and agencies, facilitating real-time bidding, programmatic media buying, and deep learning capabilities to help businesses target and retain customers effectively. Appier operates in 14 markets across Asia, including major cities such as Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, and Sydney.

Horizonte Minerals

Post in 2020
Horizonte Minerals operates as a nickel development company focussed in Brazil, which wholly owns the advanced Araguaia nickel laterite project (“Araguaia” or “the Project”) located to the south of the Carajas mineral district of northern Brazil.

Photosynth

Private Equity Round in 2020
Photosynth Inc. develops smart locks for homes. The company was founded on September 1, 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Zig Zag Japan

Series A in 2020
zig-zag supports both buyers and sellers so that they can shop and sell safely, safely, easily and freely without worrying about borders.

CAMPFIRE

Series E in 2020
CAMPFIRE, Inc. is a leading provider of cloud funding platforms in Japan, offering a range of services designed to support diverse projects and initiatives. Its flagship platform, CAMPFIRE, enables users to confidently launch projects, while additional specialized services include GoodMorning for socially beneficial projects, CLOSS for fashion-related ventures, and FAAVO for regional initiatives. The company also operates polka, a crowdfunding application that facilitates fundraising among friends for personal events, and CAMPFIRE Bank, which focuses on financial services and loans. Gojo, another of its offerings, is a community wallet application that allows users to share funds with family and community members. Catering to individuals, creators, corporations, non-profit organizations, universities, and local governments, CAMPFIRE has successfully facilitated approximately 15,000 projects, raising around $70 million from over 700,000 contributors since its inception in 2011 in Tokyo, Japan.

Sensyn Robotics

Debt Financing in 2020
Sensyn Robotics specializes in developing innovative business solutions that integrate drone and robotics technology, primarily aimed at enhancing infrastructure inspections. Their software products facilitate efficient assessments in sectors such as oil, electric power, and construction, enabling businesses and municipalities to access and evaluate affected sites with greater ease. By promoting automation and unattended operations, Sensyn Robotics addresses labor shortages and streamlines processes, contributing to solutions for social challenges in Japan. Additionally, the company aims to share its diverse offerings, developed in a country facing significant global challenges, with markets around the world.

Sensyn Robotics

Venture Round in 2020
Sensyn Robotics specializes in developing innovative business solutions that integrate drone and robotics technology, primarily aimed at enhancing infrastructure inspections. Their software products facilitate efficient assessments in sectors such as oil, electric power, and construction, enabling businesses and municipalities to access and evaluate affected sites with greater ease. By promoting automation and unattended operations, Sensyn Robotics addresses labor shortages and streamlines processes, contributing to solutions for social challenges in Japan. Additionally, the company aims to share its diverse offerings, developed in a country facing significant global challenges, with markets around the world.

Lestas

Series A in 2020
LESTAS Inc. engages in the development, manufacture, and sale of custom mad products. The company offers custom personalized calendar, towel, paper fan, and stickers. It also provides New Year’s card for business and personal use. The company sells its products through a website. LESTAS Inc. was formerly known as Naire Seisakusho Inc. and changed its name to LESTAS Inc. in August 2019. Lestas Inc. was founded in 2011 and is based in Kita, Japan.

COVER Corporation

Venture Round in 2020
COVER Corporation engages in AR compatible virtual live distribution service that allows enterprises developing animation and games to develop interactive programs using 3D characters. The company also license to other companies. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

TVISION INSIGHTS

Venture Round in 2020
TVISION INSIGHTS is a company that measures the "viewing quality" of television. Utilizing state-of-the-art human body recognition technology developed by TVISION, it is rare in the world to acquire TV viewing status in the living room and convert it into data, and a very unique data set that does not exist is founded It has been acquired and accumulated since then. Currently, we have expanded our bases globally and have expanded to Tokyo, Boston and New York. While challenging challenges in different markets,we are continuing to grow rapidly to realize the original potential of TV.

UUUM

Post in 2020
UUUM is a YouTuber-focused management production services company. UUUM is Japan's largest influencer network co-founded by Japan's No.1 YouTuber HIKAKIN. It is targeting clients both inbound and outbound, with this partnership UUUM is expanding influencer marketing from Japan to the world and from the world to Japan.

Jiraffe

Debt Financing in 2020
Jiraffe Inc. engages in the planning, development, and management of Internet services. It operates sites that enable customers to compare the price of iPhone repair and parts replacement, as well as purchase price; and buy and sell smartphones individually. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Jiraffe

Series C in 2020
Jiraffe Inc. engages in the planning, development, and management of Internet services. It operates sites that enable customers to compare the price of iPhone repair and parts replacement, as well as purchase price; and buy and sell smartphones individually. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Whiteplus

Debt Financing in 2020
Whiteplus, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2009 that specializes in laundry delivery and home cleaning services. The company operates an online platform that connects customers with professionals in various lifestyle services, including air conditioning and dry cleaning. By leveraging detailed reviews and suggestions, Whiteplus aims to enhance the efficiency of daily activities for families, providing a convenient solution for their cleaning needs.

Whiteplus

Venture Round in 2020
Whiteplus, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2009 that specializes in laundry delivery and home cleaning services. The company operates an online platform that connects customers with professionals in various lifestyle services, including air conditioning and dry cleaning. By leveraging detailed reviews and suggestions, Whiteplus aims to enhance the efficiency of daily activities for families, providing a convenient solution for their cleaning needs.

VPP Japan

Venture Round in 2020
VPP Japan, Inc. is a renewable energy management company based in Tokyo, established in June 2017. The company specializes in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity through solar energy. It operates solar power plants that supply electricity to service shop centers for charging electric vehicles, as well as to homes and storage batteries, catering to both residential and commercial clients. VPP Japan focuses on developing self-consumption solar power generation systems that enhance energy resilience and optimize the use of clean energy. Its services aim to reduce reliance on sunshine hours by integrating energy storage solutions, thereby enabling clients to transition to renewable energy sources and lower carbon dioxide emissions.

Sun Asterisk

Debt Financing in 2020
Sun Asterisk is a software company provides software services.

bellFace

Venture Round in 2020
bellFace is an InsideSales System specialized targetted for Business to business sales customer support.No log in, no installation required. No matter where you are, it connects in 5 seconds becacuse it operates in the browser (patented). The audio system is connected through the telephone lines, there is no interruption like with Web meeting systems. bellFace which is specific to sales, comes with document sharing and script function, so your experience is just like face to face communication . It is also suited for inside sales.

Baseconnect Inc.

Series A in 2020
Baseconnect Inc. develops and operates BaseconnectList, a corporate sales support database. The company offers Musubu , a cloud-based database for targeting corporate sales and creating a company list for prospective customers. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Kyoto, Japan.

AWL, Inc.

Series A in 2020
AWL, Inc. develops and provides artificial intelligence-based camera solutions for the retail sector. The company develops artificial intelligence-based devices such as AWL BOX that converts existing security cameras into AI and provides solutions for store operations and AWL Lite that can be installed and used on smart phones to monitor retail store operations. AWL, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Chiyoda, Japan.

Repro

Debt Financing in 2019
Repro Inc. develops Repro, a mobile analytics solution for clients to convert and retain their mobile users. It offers application growth support consulting for total support from strategy planning and development to application. The company provides in-app message to improve conversion rate. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Wealthnavi

Series D in 2019
WealthNavi Inc. develops and delivers an online asset management and risk management platform. Its cloud-based platform provides robo advisory services that enable users to locate diversified investments internationally. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Paidy

Debt Financing in 2019
Paidy Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that offers a cardless payment platform for online shopping. Founded in 2008 and formerly known as Exchange Corporation K.K., Paidy allows consumers to make purchases using just their name and email address, eliminating the need for credit cards or pre-registration. The service is designed for mobile and instant-checkout, enabling users to buy online and settle their payments through a consolidated monthly bill. Paidy employs proprietary technology to assess creditworthiness, underwrite transactions, and ensure payment to merchants. This innovative approach caters to Japanese consumers who prefer not to use credit cards, thereby helping online vendors enhance their conversion rates, increase average order values, and encourage repeat purchases.

Space BD

Debt Financing in 2019
Space BD is a company focused on addressing the challenges associated with the industrialization of space. It aims to serve as a comprehensive solution for businesses developing new technologies by offering a range of space-related services. By adopting a business-driven approach, Space BD seeks to facilitate the commercialization of low Earth orbit, ensuring that scientists and companies can access space without complications. The company's mission is to streamline processes and support innovation within the burgeoning space industry.

Bitkey, Inc.

Debt Financing in 2019
Bitkey, Inc. develops a smart lock device with a digital key infrastructure using block chain technology, distributed systems, encryption technology. The company's product is used in home, office, and hotels. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Chuo-ku, Japan.

Corekara

Debt Financing in 2019
Corekara Inc is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in web design services. Established in 2012, it offers a range of solutions including content marketing, information technology, and application development and consulting services. In addition to its headquarters in Tokyo, Corekara has offices in Osaka and Fukuoka, Japan, enhancing its ability to serve clients across the region. The company also functions as a web advertising operation agency, providing comprehensive digital marketing strategies to its clients.

GHELIA

Corporate Round in 2019
Ghelia Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing integrated AI solutions for business operations. The company offers innovative products such as Deep Station, a deep learning hardware, and Deep Analyzer, a software designed for advanced learning applications. Ghelia's mission is to make deep learning technology accessible and user-friendly, enabling a wide range of users to harness the benefits of artificial intelligence in their daily lives and work environments. By creating a comprehensive AI platform that encompasses both operating systems and hardware, Ghelia aims to facilitate the adoption of AI across various sectors.

Fair

Debt Financing in 2019
Fair is a car leasing company based in Santa Monica, California, founded in 2016. It specializes in providing vehicle leasing services through a user-friendly mobile application that allows customers to shop for cars, get approved, and make payments using just a driver's license and a bank account. Fair promotes the concept of car-as-a-service (CaaS), empowering users with the flexibility to drive the vehicle of their choice for as long as they desire and to terminate the lease at any time. The company's mission is to enhance access to mobility for all individuals.

Active SONAR .Inc

Venture Round in 2019
Active SONAR .Inc is a subscription e-commerce company for the Japanese market. It offers RECLO and FLIP, e-commerce applications. Active SONAR .Inc was founded in November 2012 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Reclo

Venture Round in 2019
Reclo Inc. operates a luxury goods consignment platform that facilitates the resale of both new and used branded items. Founded in November 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, Reclo allows users to buy and sell a diverse range of luxury products, including clothing, bags, watches, accessories, and jewelry, often at discounts of up to 90%. The platform employs experienced appraisers to ensure the quality of products, providing customers with confidence in their purchases. Additionally, Reclo offers a return policy to address concerns related to online shopping, such as size and product condition, enhancing the overall shopping experience for users.

AVA Intelligence

Seed Round in 2019
AVA Intelligence Inc. designs and develops an artificial intelligence based software solution that proposes travel destination based on user's personality. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Tokyo, Japan with an additional office in Shibuya, Japan.

Frasers Property

Post in 2019
Frasers Property is a global real estate company that owns, develops, and manages a diverse portfolio of properties, including residential, retail, commercial, and industrial assets. Established in multiple regions such as Southeast Asia, Australia, Europe, and China, the company operates through four main strategic business units: Singapore, Australia and Industrial, Hospitality, and Thailand & Vietnam. Frasers Property is committed to providing enriching experiences for its customers and stakeholders, with a significant presence in the hospitality sector that spans over 80 cities across Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The company's subsidiary in Thailand focuses on property development consulting and investment services, bolstering its regional footprint.

OLTA

Debt Financing in 2019
OLTA is a cloud factoring can be used by individuals and corporations, and there is no upper or lower limit on the purchase price.

Yappli

Series C in 2019
Yappli is a Tokyo-based B2B SaaS software company that provides an online platform to easily build, manage, and analyze enterprise-grade native mobile applications without the need for coding skills. The company is on a T2D3 growth path with notable clients such as The North Face, GYAO, Azul by Moussy, and Cartoon Network. Yappli is changing the app development industry through its innovative and creative solutions. The online platform allows users to construct a UI from scratch and maintain full control over the way the app looks and feels. Along with giving the user full control, Yappli has numerous API relations and external services to further reinforce the app experience. Yappli is a neutral platform for app development and management, so the users will have full ownership in terms of the account and app management. These features along with a dedicated support team can help companies effortlessly design the perfect app, all without coding knowledge. Notable Awards: 5th place in CLOUD TOP10 Forbes Japan 2020; 7th place at Deloitte Fast 50 Japan 2018; 2nd place at SLUSH ASIA in 2015; Won AWS award at Tech in Asia Tokyo 2015

KIOXIA

Funding Round in 2019
KIOXIA Corporation specializes in the design, development, manufacturing, and sale of non-volatile memory solutions. The company's product offerings include wireless secure digital (SD) cards, micro SD cards, USB sticks, and various types of NAND flash memory, such as BiCS flash, e-MMC, and UFS for use in automotive applications. KIOXIA also produces specialized memory cards with advanced features, including anti-tampering functions and interface lock capabilities. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, KIOXIA operates as a subsidiary of Toshiba Memory Holdings Corporation and was previously known as Toshiba Memory Corporation before rebranding in October 2019.

Cogent Labs

Series B in 2019
Cogent Labs Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development of artificial intelligence software aimed at enhancing data input and API documentation. The company focuses on both fundamental and applied AI research, striving to create practical solutions that improve quality of life. Their expertise spans various fields, including time-series forecasting, information extraction, natural language processing, voice processing, and reinforcement learning. Through its innovative approach, Cogent Labs bridges the gap between advanced AI technologies and real-world applications.

DIV

Venture Round in 2019
DIV operates TECH::CAMP, a programming school, a short-term intensive training course designed to turn students into engineers.

Line

Venture Round in 2019
LINE is a technology company based in Japan that specializes in developing mobile applications for communication and entertainment. Its flagship product, the LINE app, enables users to make free calls and send messages regardless of their mobile network provider. In addition to messaging, LINE offers various services, including NAVER, a search communication platform, and Livedoor, which encompasses news, blogging, and portal services. The company also operates LINE GAME, allowing users to play games within the app. Furthermore, LINE Ventures Corporation, the company's venture capital arm, focuses on investing in growth-stage companies within sectors such as online-to-offline services, e-commerce, and fintech, aiming to foster innovation in Japan's digital landscape. Through its diverse offerings and strategic investments, LINE connects users with information, services, and entertainment.

HoloEyes

Series B in 2019
HoloEyes plans to use the funds raised this round to build the system and business base for HoloEyes VR and expand its staff.Collecting the data from CT scans, forming 3D human body models, and accumulating it creates a so-called medical VR database.

Stockmark

Series A in 2019
StockMark is an AI venture from the University of Tokyo that provides business decision support with text mining and AI. We are developing businesses such as the web news distribution service "Anews", sales "Asales", and AI-related business consulting business "AI Alchemist".

NeuroSpace

Debt Financing in 2019
NeuroSpace Co., Ltd., founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the manufacturing and sale of brain wave-related equipment designed for analyzing sleep patterns. The company operates a sleep analysis platform that enhances users' sleep cycles and promotes overall well-being. Utilizing advanced neuroscience technology, NeuroSpace offers tools for monitoring sleep and addressing jet lag, particularly for travelers. Additionally, the platform provides sleep-related advice aimed at reducing sleep issues and optimizing sleep quality, ultimately enabling users to achieve greater productivity through improved rest.

ReadyFor

Series A in 2019
ReadyFor Inc. is a Tokyo-based crowdfunding platform established in 2014. It specializes in facilitating funding for projects within the service sector, allowing investors to discover and support various initiatives. The platform enables clients to generate pre-sales and gather feedback from early adopters through short-term fundraising campaigns. This approach supports both charitable endeavors and startup initiatives, streamlining the process of soliciting and raising funds for diverse projects under a single platform.

Quan

Venture Round in 2019
Quan Inc. develops content for smartphone applications and web. The company develops characters contents such as Betakkuma, Sugar Cubs, Business Fish, Piyomaru, sticker shop for au Smartpass, Mr.Egg, Elice, Kawaii Kaomoji Book, handwritten stickers, AIS MystickerShop and game contents that includes emotipon. The company offers characters for mobile carriers, chatting applications and platforms of Japan and Southeast Asian nations. Quan Inc. was founded in 2011 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

GIFMAGAZINE

Debt Financing in 2019
GIFMAGAZINE is Japan's largest community for posting GIF animation works, with 150,000 works posted monthly. Among them, those who have a unique view of the world and produce highly artistic works are introduced as "GIFMAGAZINE Official GIFer".

Wacul

Venture Round in 2018
WACUL INC. offers Web improvement consulting services. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Baseconnect Inc.

Series A in 2018
Baseconnect Inc. develops and operates BaseconnectList, a corporate sales support database. The company offers Musubu , a cloud-based database for targeting corporate sales and creating a company list for prospective customers. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Kyoto, Japan.

Style Port

Venture Round in 2018
Style Port Inc. is a Nagoya-based company established in 2017 that specializes in virtual reality (VR) preview systems using artificial intelligence technology. Its flagship product, Roov, is an Internet VR platform designed to assist real estate agents in marketing properties and enabling potential buyers to visualize interiors effectively. Roov can generate 3D modeling data from computer-aided design (CAD) data, even for properties that are still under construction. For existing properties, users can enhance the VR experience by removing personal items and furniture through a scanning survey. The platform is accessible on general terminals and web browsers, utilizing Style Port's proprietary development engine to facilitate features such as walkthroughs, furniture placement simulations, and indoor measurements.

Mentalhealth Technologies

Venture Round in 2018
Mental Health Technologies is a company that provides standard measures to maintain the mental health of employees, which is one of the foundations of health management.

Allm

Venture Round in 2018
Allm is a medical ICT company dedicated to shaping healthcare. The company seeks to benefit society by launching next-generation technologies and medical communications platforms for the healthcare industry. The solutions are installed more than 18 countries across US, South America, EU, Japan, Middle East and Africa.

STARX

Corporate Round in 2018
Starks defines itself as a "Market Innovation Company" and resolves social issues by innovating not the products and services themselves, but the underlying "market structure".

Jio

Debt Financing in 2018
Reliance Jio Infocomm is a company providing wireless telecom products and services. The Company offers voice, data, and messaging services, as well as distributes smartphones and hotspot devices. Its areas of research, development and new service deployment include blockchain, artificial intelligence, open source platforms, IOT, data analytics, and next-gen cloud services.

InstaVR

Series B in 2018
InstaVR Inc. is a company that provides tools for virtual reality (VR) creators to develop and publish VR applications across various platforms. Its flagship product, InstaVR, allows users to import VR content, customize branding elements, and easily publish their applications. The company also offers several VR applications, including AAA VR Cinema, which supports various VR video formats, and VR Tour Hub, enabling users to create and share immersive tours using panoramic images. Additionally, InstaVR develops tailored VR solutions for diverse sectors such as real estate, tourism, education, and entertainment. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, InstaVR aims to simplify the VR creation process and enhance user engagement through integrated analytics and interactive features.

Cinnamon AI

Debt Financing in 2018
Cinnamon, Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in artificial intelligence products and consulting services aimed at enhancing human productivity by automating repetitive tasks. The company has developed several innovative tools, including an auto documentation system that extracts information from various sources such as application forms and emails to generate formatted documents. Additionally, Cinnamon AI offers a highly accurate recommendation and matching engine, alongside a natural language understanding chatbot. These solutions are designed to facilitate more efficient workflows, allowing users to concentrate on creative and strategic activities by leveraging accumulated data patterns for better decision-making.

Plaid

Venture Round in 2018
Plaid the service provider does not have to analyze it using the service, such as data analysis, review the improvement plan, the only step on a separate step to reflect site. It is because the output for analysis and improvement of these services are divided. Therefore, you would have meant turning the PDCA high cost of resources and time-consuming large.

Plaid

Debt Financing in 2018
Plaid the service provider does not have to analyze it using the service, such as data analysis, review the improvement plan, the only step on a separate step to reflect site. It is because the output for analysis and improvement of these services are divided. Therefore, you would have meant turning the PDCA high cost of resources and time-consuming large.

Jio

Debt Financing in 2018
Reliance Jio Infocomm is a company providing wireless telecom products and services. The Company offers voice, data, and messaging services, as well as distributes smartphones and hotspot devices. Its areas of research, development and new service deployment include blockchain, artificial intelligence, open source platforms, IOT, data analytics, and next-gen cloud services.

Gizumo

Corporate Round in 2018
Gizumo inc. offers system engineering service for Information technology industry. It offers training business and contract development services. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

GRCS

Venture Round in 2017
GRCS Inc., previously known as NANAROQ Inc., is a Japan-based company established in March 2005 that specializes in security risk management. The firm offers Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) solutions designed to help organizations visualize and manage risks effectively. By leveraging information technology, GRCS aims to enhance the optimization of corporate regulations and align them with societal standards, thereby enabling businesses to navigate the complexities of risk management more efficiently.

Preferred Networks

Venture Round in 2017
Preferred Networks, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in March 2014. It specializes in software development and leverages real-time machine learning technologies to create applications for the Internet of Things. The company focuses on practical applications of deep learning, robotics, and other advanced technologies, with particular emphasis on transportation systems, manufacturing, and bio-healthcare. Additionally, Preferred Networks engages in research and development related to data analytics, edge computing, distributed intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, and computer vision. Its services cater to various sectors, including retail, automotive, healthcare, advertising, life sciences, manufacturing, public safety, network security, and public transportation. Preferred Networks also has a branch in Berkeley, California, and continues to explore innovative uses of deep learning in areas such as personal robotics, plant optimization, materials discovery, sports analytics, and entertainment.

Adoir

Seed Round in 2017
adoir Co., Ltd. is a online video communication company focused on a for Japan's company export , adoir was established in Tokyo in 2012 as a small startup.Our vision is "Japan worth spreading" .Japan has many worth something(technology and culture etc...) We discover Japan's worth,and export by online video for global market.If you want know Japan's worth technology and culture,please contact as.

Vook

Debt Financing in 2017
The Japanese startup running online platforms for videographers.

Gaia Inc.

Venture Round in 2017
Gaia Inc. provides crypto currency trading platform, that enables the same order as an trader in virtual currency investment such as bitcoin. It offers a follow-trade platform which allows users to easily carry out the same trade simply by following popular traders. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Chuo, Japan.

Yappli

Series B in 2017
Yappli is a Tokyo-based B2B SaaS software company that provides an online platform to easily build, manage, and analyze enterprise-grade native mobile applications without the need for coding skills. The company is on a T2D3 growth path with notable clients such as The North Face, GYAO, Azul by Moussy, and Cartoon Network. Yappli is changing the app development industry through its innovative and creative solutions. The online platform allows users to construct a UI from scratch and maintain full control over the way the app looks and feels. Along with giving the user full control, Yappli has numerous API relations and external services to further reinforce the app experience. Yappli is a neutral platform for app development and management, so the users will have full ownership in terms of the account and app management. These features along with a dedicated support team can help companies effortlessly design the perfect app, all without coding knowledge. Notable Awards: 5th place in CLOUD TOP10 Forbes Japan 2020; 7th place at Deloitte Fast 50 Japan 2018; 2nd place at SLUSH ASIA in 2015; Won AWS award at Tech in Asia Tokyo 2015

WAmazing

Debt Financing in 2017
WAmazing provides free subscriber identification module (SIM) cards that allow foreign travelers to register before their arrival in Japan. Through an app, WAmazing also provides tourists with free internet services of up to 500MB. The service aims to prevent visitors from being locked out of free wifi because of sign-up pages in Japanese that demand a local phone number. WAmazing was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

SanBio

Post in 2017
SanBio Company Limited is a regenerative medicine firm based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development of cell-based therapies for central nervous system disorders. The company is advancing SB623, a therapeutic product currently in Phase II clinical trials aimed at treating chronic motor deficits due to traumatic brain injury and stroke. In addition to SB623, SanBio's research pipeline includes various therapies for conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa, spinal cord injury, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, muscular dystrophy, cancer, and inflammatory diseases. The company has established collaborations with several academic institutions for the development and investigation of its therapies. Founded in 2001, SanBio is focused on leveraging innovative regenerative medicine to address unmet medical needs across a range of neurological and other health conditions.

Triple W Japan

Debt Financing in 2017
Triple W develops DFree, the first wearable device for incontinence that can track the progression of bladder movements using a non-invasive ultrasonic sensor. The device will help elderly and disabled people who suffer from incontinence by notifying when they will need to go to the bathroom. DFree is now widely marketed in Asia and Europe and used in over 500 senior care facilities. Triple W has offices in Japan, France, and the US.

Pring

Corporate Round in 2017
pring Inc. is engage in developing and providing the app for smart phone called pring.

WOVN Technologies

Venture Round in 2017
WOVN Technologies offers website localization service that translates a website into multiple languages. The company aims to make website multilingualization and localization straight-forward, simple, and accessible to anyone from a website developer, to a blogger.

First Solar

Post in 2017
First Solar manufactures solar modules with an advanced semiconductor technology and provides comprehensive PV system solutions. By constantly decreasing manufacturing costs, First Solar is creating an affordable and environmentally responsible alternative to fossil-fuel generation. First Solar modules are most effective when demand for traditional forms of energy is at its peak. First Solar set the benchmark for environmentally responsible product life cycle management by introducing a prefunded, comprehensive collection and recycling program for solar modules.

LOB

Corporate Round in 2016
LOB Inc. is an ad technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing and providing advertising platforms designed to enhance marketing effectiveness. Its primary focus is on creating innovative solutions that improve the distribution of advertising content, allowing clients to access superior advertising platforms and distribution channels. Through its marketing support tools, LOB aims to strengthen the brand presence of organizations, facilitating more efficient and impactful advertising strategies.

StreetAcademy

Venture Round in 2016
StreetAcademy, Inc. operates an online platform based in Tokyo, Japan, that serves as a marketplace for education. The platform connects individuals looking to teach with those eager to learn, facilitating a variety of courses and learning experiences. By providing a space for users to share their knowledge and skills, StreetAcademy fosters a collaborative learning environment that empowers both educators and students.

Xerox

Post in 2016
Xerox Holdings Corporation is a global leader in document management technology and services, operating in the United States, Europe, Canada, and beyond. The company designs, develops, and sells a range of solutions, including intelligent workplace services and digital services that enhance workflow automation, content management, and communication. Xerox offers various printing solutions, such as monochrome, color, and multifunction printers, along with digital presses and IT services including network infrastructure and cloud support. The company's software portfolio features FreeFlow for print job automation, XMPie for personalization in communications, and DocuShare for content management. Additionally, Xerox India Limited, a subsidiary, provides document management solutions tailored to government, education, and commercial sectors, focusing on enhancing the efficiency of document creation and sharing. Founded in 1906 and headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut, Xerox is committed to improving operational performance for businesses and government entities through innovative technology and services.

Canadian Solar

Post in 2016
Canadian Solar Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells solar cell and module products that convert sunlight into electricity for various applications. All manufacturing operations are based in China. The company's product offerings include a wide range of standard solar modules that meet general specifications for residential, commercial, and industrial solar power generation systems. In addition, Canadian Solar specializes in custom solar modules and products tailored to customer requirements, such as solar-powered bus stop lighting and solar-powered car battery chargers. The products are marketed under the Canadian Solar brand, as well as under original equipment manufacturers' brand names. Through its innovative solutions, Canadian Solar aims to positively impact its customers, partners, and the broader community.

FiNC

Debt Financing in 2015
FiNC Technologies Co., Ltd., founded in 2012 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a health technology company focused on preventive healthcare through the use of artificial intelligence. The company offers an online platform that combines data analysis, rich content, and social elements to assist users in logging, understanding, and managing their health and wellness. By collecting and analyzing data related to diet, sleep, and exercise habits, FiNC aims to address various health issues, such as obesity and chronic pain, while promoting healthier lifestyle choices. Its mission centers on providing personalized AI solutions to enhance overall wellness, thereby bridging the gap between life expectancy and healthy life expectancy amidst global health disparities.

China Bank

Debt Financing in 2015
At China Bank, we are committed to making your success our business. We offer a complete range of deposit, investment, financing, remittance, and insurance products and services, accessible through our vast network of branches nationwide and secure and reliable electronic banking channels: China Bank TellerCard (ATM), China Bank Online (internet & mobile banking) and China Bank Tellerphone (phone banking)

FiNC

Series A in 2014
FiNC Technologies Co., Ltd., founded in 2012 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a health technology company focused on preventive healthcare through the use of artificial intelligence. The company offers an online platform that combines data analysis, rich content, and social elements to assist users in logging, understanding, and managing their health and wellness. By collecting and analyzing data related to diet, sleep, and exercise habits, FiNC aims to address various health issues, such as obesity and chronic pain, while promoting healthier lifestyle choices. Its mission centers on providing personalized AI solutions to enhance overall wellness, thereby bridging the gap between life expectancy and healthy life expectancy amidst global health disparities.