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Founded in 2018, HAKKI AFRICA specializes in providing microfinance solutions for small businesses and gig workers across Africa. The company offers short-term loans and credit-scoring technology, empowering local financial institutions to assess creditworthiness and provide funding.

Anipos Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in developing a software application for pet insurance services. The application streamlines the process for pet owners by allowing them to apply for pet insurance and submit claims by simply taking a picture of their receipts. It digitizes the entire workflow, enabling users to upload statements and bills directly through their smartphones, thereby eliminating the need for physical paperwork. Anipos aims to ease the burden on pet owners while enhancing their ability to secure better veterinary care for their pets.

Latona, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in microfinance and innovative technologies that enhance front-end user experiences. It integrates three key technological domains: AI model container runtimes, sensor-controlling software, and real-time applications using FPGA/RTOS hardware. Latona's platform facilitates development in artificial intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), and edge computing, providing clients with a comprehensive suite of resources to optimize user experience and application architecture. The company offers a range of services including visual programming, technology consulting, data integration, system integration, and automation processing, primarily aimed at supporting businesses operating in the IoT sector.

Natee operates a talent management platform and provides talent production, influencer marketing, promotion, advertising operations, and account management to help clients promote talent across digital channels. It offers video access and content advertising production tools and optimizes influencer assignments to maximize advertising effectiveness, with a focus on TikTok and other social media promotions. The company supports direct performance analysis and reporting for campaigns and offers TikTok promotion services. Founded in 2018 and based in Minato, Japan.

Radiotalk Corporation develops a mobile application for recording and distributing audio programs, providing podcast services through its platform. Based in Tokyo, Japan, and founded in 2019, the company operates a voice distribution platform that includes daily chatting, consultations, and stand-up comedy content. The platform emphasizes content discovery through recommendations tailored to voice quality and speaking style, enabling users to create and listen to audio content with a tap. Radiotalk produces regular program content introducing material posted on the service to broaden audience reach. It is a subsidiary of XTech Co., Ltd., aligning its development of audio tools with an ecosystem of technology-driven media services.

Link is a healthcare platform that helps provide a service that delivers caregivers anywhere, at any time. The company is developing a new nursing care system based on IT and technology, as well as a large platform that will serve as the cornerstone. Home-visit care offices currently provide these services throughout Japan.

IB Inc. is a fintech company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing an insurance book application that enables users to manage multiple insurance policies efficiently. The application aims to minimize errors in insurance claims and ensure timely premium payments by providing reminders. Additionally, IB offers a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform called Hokenbo for Business, designed for insurance business owners. This platform integrates seamlessly with the insurance book app, supporting customer-oriented initiatives in line with the Financial Services Agency's guidelines. Through these services, IB aims to enhance the overall management of insurance policies for both individual users and businesses.

Vivid Garden Inc. is an agriculture company based in Minato, Japan, founded in 2016. It operates as an online marketplace that connects producers with consumers and restaurants, enabling direct sales of farm products, ingredients, and flowers. The company manages several platforms, including Tabe Choku, which facilitates consumer-to-consumer sales of agricultural products, and Tabe Choku Pro, a specialized service for restaurants to order ingredients. Additionally, Vivid Garden offers Eat Chok, a platform designed to support farmers in delivering their products to office locations. Through these initiatives, Vivid Garden aims to streamline the distribution of fresh produce while enhancing access for both consumers and businesses.

Qubena is an artificial intelligence-based educational software company based in Tokyo, Japan. It specializes in analyzing each child's strengths and weaknesses to enhance their learning experience. By utilizing AI technology, Qubena develops tablet-based teaching materials that assist students in addressing their study-related queries online. Additionally, the platform provides insights to parents, helping them understand their child's learning challenges and achievements. Through its innovative approach, Qubena aims to facilitate personalized education and support for both students and their families.

Founded in 2015, Japan Legal Network specializes in providing after-the-event legal protection insurance services. It covers compensation claims for unpaid overwork, traffic accidents, and uncollected credit obligations. The company offers a unique application that records attendance status via GPS, serving as legal evidence for overtime billing. Additionally, it operates a legal medical center offering medical appraisal services for lawyers and insurance companies.

Founded in 2017, ShareDine operates an online platform offering personalized nutritional guidance and cooking experiences. It provides subscription services for traveling chefs specializing in various lifestyles and health conditions, such as pregnancy, diabetes, and muscle training. The company offers corporate wellness services like meal seminars and on-site chef dispatching.

Founded in 2018, Sportip specializes in developing motion analysis systems and applications for trainers and therapists. Its platform enables efficient instruction and posture analysis, providing personalized coaching based on individual movement data.

PR Table Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in corporate storytelling through its mobile application. The company offers a public relations platform that enables clients to create, accumulate, and utilize narratives for marketing and advertising purposes. This platform helps corporate clients effectively communicate their stories, focusing on aspects such as recruitment and the sharing of foundational episodes. By streamlining the storytelling process, PR Table aims to enhance how organizations convey their messages and engage with their audiences.

Airporter is a Tokyo-based company specializing in luggage and baggage delivery services for travelers. Founded in 2017, Airporter facilitates same-day luggage delivery between airports and accommodations, allowing customers to travel hands-free and explore the city without the burden of their bags. The company streamlines the booking process by enabling customers to manage their transactions entirely through a smartphone app. Airporter aims to enhance its service by strengthening partnerships with hotels and delivery systems to improve the overall travel experience for its users.

Founded in Japan in late 2018, Lebo Robotics specializes in wind turbine blade maintenance. It offers inspection robots equipped with AI for image analysis, along with repair materials and services to enhance safety and efficiency.

Legal Technology is a Tokyo-based provider of online legal information services. It develops a cloud-based legal research system with an online database of legal textbooks and government documents, enabling users to search, browse, and access legal materials across the Internet. Founded in 2018, the company aims to advance legal research through technology.

KYC Consulting Corporation, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Chiyoda Ku, Japan, specializes in risk management and Know Your Customer (KYC) consulting services. The company offers a comprehensive risk database that enables businesses to gather and assess both domestic and international risk information. In addition to providing KYC and anti-money laundering consulting, KYC Consulting assists clients with credit checks for initial public offerings and responses to anti-social forces. Their services also include the construction of KYC internal systems, the creation and maintenance of KYC manuals, and employee training to ensure compliance with KYC regulations. Through these offerings, KYC Consulting aims to support organizations in effectively managing risk and adhering to regulatory requirements.

Rehasaku Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based company established in 2018, specializing in rehabilitation services. It operates a hospital that integrates advanced technology to support medical professionals, such as physiotherapists and judo rehabilitation practitioners, in delivering care. Rehasaku also offers a cloud-based web service designed to assist stay-at-home patients by providing digital counseling. This service facilitates the prescription of evidence-based exercise regimens and enables the sharing of instructional content through videos and written materials. By focusing on enabling patients to engage in self-treatment and rehabilitation at home, Rehasaku aims to enhance the effectiveness and accessibility of rehabilitation services.

Secai Marche is a platform that connects farmers, chefs, and consumers to source and deliver farm-direct ingredients. It enables restaurants to purchase high-quality products directly from farmers, offering end-to-end services such as sourcing, order processing, payment, and delivery. Through its Secai Marche and sanchoku offerings, the platform delivers seasonal, regionally sourced ingredients while helping small-scale farms access markets and achieve profitable sales. Founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo with an additional location in Kuala Lumpur, the company operates globally to promote economically viable, sustainable farming. By simplifying procurement and logistics, the platform supports farmers’ livelihoods and strengthens local supply chains for restaurants seeking fresh, traceable ingredients.

Vivid Garden Inc. is an agriculture company based in Minato, Japan, founded in 2016. It operates as an online marketplace that connects producers with consumers and restaurants, enabling direct sales of farm products, ingredients, and flowers. The company manages several platforms, including Tabe Choku, which facilitates consumer-to-consumer sales of agricultural products, and Tabe Choku Pro, a specialized service for restaurants to order ingredients. Additionally, Vivid Garden offers Eat Chok, a platform designed to support farmers in delivering their products to office locations. Through these initiatives, Vivid Garden aims to streamline the distribution of fresh produce while enhancing access for both consumers and businesses.

Tanp is an e-commerce platform operated by Gracia Inc., which specializes in providing a diverse selection of gift options for various occasions, including birthdays, anniversaries, Father's Day, Valentine's Day, job celebrations, and weddings. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Shinagawa, Japan, Tanp aims to enhance the gift-giving experience by offering products that help customers celebrate and cherish important moments in their lives. The platform is designed to make the process of selecting and purchasing gifts more enjoyable and accessible for its users.

TRiCERA, Inc. is an online arts and crafts e-commerce marketplace founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan. The company provides a platform designed to support artists in advancing their careers by removing barriers of language and distance. It operates as an online art gallery, enabling local artists to sell contemporary art to a global audience. TRiCERA manages all aspects of the art sales process, including customer negotiations, collection and delivery, and arrangements for returns. This approach allows artists to engage with collectors and art enthusiasts worldwide while remaining in their own countries.

AirX Inc. is a helicopter transportation service provider based in Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 2015, the company offers a range of services including AIROS Skyview, which provides helicopter cruising plans, AIROS for charter services, and CodeShare, a ridesharing platform for helicopter travel. AirX aims to innovate the air transportation landscape by integrating advanced technology to enhance mobility experiences. The company's vision encompasses future mobility solutions such as air taxis and next-generation traffic systems, positioning itself at the forefront of the evolving transportation sector.

Airporter is a Tokyo-based company specializing in luggage and baggage delivery services for travelers. Founded in 2017, Airporter facilitates same-day luggage delivery between airports and accommodations, allowing customers to travel hands-free and explore the city without the burden of their bags. The company streamlines the booking process by enabling customers to manage their transactions entirely through a smartphone app. Airporter aims to enhance its service by strengthening partnerships with hotels and delivery systems to improve the overall travel experience for its users.

Founded in 2015, AlterBooth specializes in designing and developing software systems leveraging cloud computing technology. It offers products like kosmisch for micro data center conversion and cloud pointer for Microsoft Azure support. The company also provides IT services, focusing on architectural design for cloud-native applications.

Azoop operates a vehicle trading platform and related services, enabling users to buy and sell used cars, trucks and forklifts online, with options for vehicle inspections and warranties to simplify transactions. The company also conducts auction planning and management and maintains activities in the antique business. In addition, it runs a trucking platform for the transportation sector, connecting shippers and carriers. The platform helps buyers obtain offers from multiple companies without emailing each company for quotes, facilitating purchases from unfamiliar suppliers while providing inspection and warranty options to reduce risk.

ByFood is a comprehensive food platform in Japan that facilitates food tours, cooking classes, dining experiences, and tastings, making Japanese cuisine accessible to both locals and visitors. The platform features options for various dietary preferences, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, and kosher. ByFood not only aims to celebrate Japanese culinary culture but also supports social causes through its Food for Happiness Program, which allocates a portion of its proceeds to NGOs that provide essential services to children in need in developing countries. Users can effortlessly book experiences and restaurant reservations, even without proficiency in the local language, while contributing to a meaningful cause.

Crowdcredit is a cross-border marketplace lending platform that connects borrowers in financial deficit countries with investors in financial surplus countries. The company provides risk capital to individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) facing funding challenges. By offering attractive lending opportunities, Crowdcredit enables Japanese investors to lend to borrowers in a range of countries, including Peru, Cameroon, Estonia, Finland, Spain, and Italy. The platform aims to address the funding gaps experienced by borrowers while providing investors with viable credit investment options. In addition to its current operations, Crowdcredit plans to expand its lending activities into the Asian region outside of Japan.

Tanp is an e-commerce platform operated by Gracia Inc., which specializes in providing a diverse selection of gift options for various occasions, including birthdays, anniversaries, Father's Day, Valentine's Day, job celebrations, and weddings. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Shinagawa, Japan, Tanp aims to enhance the gift-giving experience by offering products that help customers celebrate and cherish important moments in their lives. The platform is designed to make the process of selecting and purchasing gifts more enjoyable and accessible for its users.

Zens is a Tokyo-based property management service. Via its platform ZensHome, the company enables property owners to become Airbnb hosts and helps guests to find medium- or long-term rentals in Japan.

Requpo Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that has developed an innovative beauty salon reservation application, allowing users to book appointments at beauty salons without the need for extensive searching. Founded in 2015, Requpo's platform streamlines the booking process by facilitating direct requests to beauticians, eliminating the need for traditional communication methods such as phone calls, emails, or chats. This approach enables users to secure salon appointments quickly and efficiently, enhancing the overall customer experience in the beauty services sector.

Latona, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in microfinance and innovative technologies that enhance front-end user experiences. It integrates three key technological domains: AI model container runtimes, sensor-controlling software, and real-time applications using FPGA/RTOS hardware. Latona's platform facilitates development in artificial intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), and edge computing, providing clients with a comprehensive suite of resources to optimize user experience and application architecture. The company offers a range of services including visual programming, technology consulting, data integration, system integration, and automation processing, primarily aimed at supporting businesses operating in the IoT sector.

SORA, Inc. is a company established in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in technology solutions for the hospitality industry. It focuses on developing a price strategy application interface designed to optimize pricing for hotels. By providing an online service that compares prices of various hotels and inns, SORA aims to enhance customer satisfaction for both sellers and buyers. The company is committed to creating an environment where economic growth aligns with a positive working style, leveraging technology to facilitate better pricing strategies in the market.

AMI operates as an online platform that connects users with photographers for various events, including advertisements, fashion, and business profiles. Founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the platform offers a comprehensive database of photographers, allowing users to book services based on different criteria such as pricing, location, and type of shoot. This streamlined approach enables users to easily select and reserve photographers suited to their specific needs, enhancing the overall experience for both clients and photographers.

Emerada is a fintech startup based in Japan that specializes in providing Banking as a Service (BaaS) solutions to regional and community banks. By offering a semi-autonomous banking infrastructure, Emerada enables these financial institutions to deliver seamless lending services tailored to small businesses. The company’s online financial platform aggregates real-time financial data, allowing clients to monitor their daily money flow and financial indicators from a single interface. Emerada enhances the lending process by utilizing predictive analytics and deep learning algorithms, facilitating rapid loan screening and decision-making for its banking partners. Recognized for its innovation, Emerada has been featured among the "Top 50 Startups" by Forbes and "Top 100 Startups" by Toyokeizai, reflecting its impact on the financial sector.

FOLIO Co., Ltd., based in Tokyo, Japan, operates a web-based asset management platform that simplifies the investment process through the use of artificial intelligence. The platform allows users to diversify their investments by selecting specific themes and provides tools for both active and passive stock traders to manage their personal trading securities. By enabling investors to engage with multiple companies, FOLIO helps users mitigate risks associated with stock price fluctuations, making asset management more accessible and efficient.

ZAISAN Net, Inc. is a prominent AI-Fintech startup based in Japan, established in 2015. The company focuses on asset management and adviser matching services, utilizing advanced technology to analyze time-series data, particularly stock price movements. Institutional investors leverage ZAISAN Net's AI-generated forecast signals and alerts to enhance their investment strategies. Additionally, the company offers Kabuto-yohou, a stock forecasting service tailored for consumers, which has gained significant recognition and was featured on World Business Satellite, a Japanese television program akin to CNN. Through its innovative approach, ZAISAN Net contributes to the evolving landscape of financial technology in Japan.

Pocket Concierge is a Japanese online platform facilitating restaurant reservations at selected high-end establishments. Its mission is to promote Japanese culinary culture globally while offering users an exclusive dining experience. The platform enables seamless bookings and payments, overcoming language and payment barriers for both mobile and web browser users.

MFS, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in consumer lending services, primarily focusing on online mortgage offerings. Established in 2009, MFS simplifies the mortgage process by eliminating the need for customers to search for, apply for, or negotiate with traditional financial institutions. The company has garnered significant media attention and has been featured in prominent outlets such as NHK, Nihon Keizai Shimbun, and Yomiuri Shimbun, highlighting its innovative approach to the mortgage industry in Japan.

Uzabase specializes in providing comprehensive company and industry intelligence. Its flagship product, SPEEDA, offers an efficient platform for workplace management by organizing relevant information. Additionally, NewsPicks delivers insights into crucial business discussions and decisions in Asia.

Uzabase specializes in providing comprehensive company and industry intelligence. Its flagship product, SPEEDA, offers an efficient platform for workplace management by organizing relevant information. Additionally, NewsPicks delivers insights into crucial business discussions and decisions in Asia.

Hachimenroppi Inc. is a fish delivery service based in Chuo, Japan, that caters primarily to Japanese restaurants and diners. Founded in 2007 and formerly known as Established Energy Agent Co., Ltd., the company changed its name in December 2011. Hachimenroppi sources fish from various markets and brokers, ensuring freshness and quality for its clients. In addition to its core fish delivery service, the company operates an e-commerce platform that facilitates the delivery and ordering of a wider range of fresh and frozen foods, including seafood, fruits, vegetables, meat, cereals, and noodles. This platform leverages technology to meet the specific demands of the professional food industry, enabling restaurants to access a variety of products at competitive prices.

Crowdcredit is a cross-border marketplace lending platform that connects borrowers in financial deficit countries with investors in financial surplus countries. The company provides risk capital to individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) facing funding challenges. By offering attractive lending opportunities, Crowdcredit enables Japanese investors to lend to borrowers in a range of countries, including Peru, Cameroon, Estonia, Finland, Spain, and Italy. The platform aims to address the funding gaps experienced by borrowers while providing investors with viable credit investment options. In addition to its current operations, Crowdcredit plans to expand its lending activities into the Asian region outside of Japan.

Uzabase specializes in providing comprehensive company and industry intelligence. Its flagship product, SPEEDA, offers an efficient platform for workplace management by organizing relevant information. Additionally, NewsPicks delivers insights into crucial business discussions and decisions in Asia.

Toletta Cats Inc. is a company based in Fujisawa, Japan, that specializes in developing innovative solutions for cat care through the Internet of Things (IoT). Founded in 2015, Toletta Cats has created an advanced litter box designed to enhance feline health monitoring. This product, named Toletta, is equipped with sensors and a camera that allows pet owners to observe their cats while capturing and recording vital health indicators, such as body weight and urine volume, which can help detect potential diseases. Additionally, the Toletta system includes an application that facilitates food refills, ensuring a convenient and efficient feeding experience. The company's mission centers on improving the quality of life for both cats and their owners, promoting longevity and happiness in their shared lives.