Leading Mark
Venture Round in 2025
Leading Mark Inc. is an employment agency based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in human resources services. The company is focused on streamlining the recruitment process through its online platform, which aggregates job listings tailored to users' interests. This approach aims to enhance the job-seeking experience by prioritizing the needs of applicants, in contrast to larger, traditional agencies that may focus more on the hiring companies. Additionally, Leading Mark is expanding its operations to include mid-career and international hiring, with a dedicated team in China working to connect top Japanese-speaking Chinese students with domestic employers. By emphasizing a user-centric model, Leading Mark seeks to alleviate the frustrations often faced by job seekers, ensuring they receive the information and opportunities they need to advance their careers.
Shatoku
Acquisition in 2024
Shatoku is a digital-based firm that specializes in providing employee benefit cards and welfare rental management systems.
Knowledge Labo
Acquisition in 2024
KnowledgeLab is a company that uses the cloud to support accounting and labor for all small businesses and small businesses to increase their productivity.
Starley
Venture Round in 2024
Starley is an information technology company that offers development and implementation of artificial intelligence-related products.
CLAS
Debt Financing in 2024
CLAS, Inc. is a Japan-based company that specializes in online furniture rental and leasing services. It provides an e-commerce platform that caters to both individuals and corporations, offering rental and subscription options for furniture and home appliances. By facilitating access to essential furnishings and appliances, CLAS aims to meet the diverse needs of its customers in a convenient and flexible manner.
Mesh is a technology company specializing in creating a secure and interconnected ecosystem for cryptocurrency transactions. It enables seamless deposits and payments across over 300 exchanges and wallets, serving as a modern connectivity layer for crypto. This allows various financial services platforms to integrate and interact with multiple currencies and assets. In addition to facilitating crypto transactions, Mesh also supports stock trading and the transfer of crypto between different platforms, thereby enhancing overall financial connectivity for its users. The company's platform authenticates access to banks, brokerages, centralized finance exchanges, or wallets, providing enterprise clients with capabilities such as digital asset transfers, crypto payments, account aggregation, and registered securities trading.
Bunker is a financial analytics tool that gives modern leaders quick access to information and deep visibility. Bunker subsidiary, bunker books, is a strategic consultancy that offers expert financial stewardship.
Mekari is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company based in Jakarta, Indonesia, specializing in cloud-based business automation technology. Founded in 2015, Mekari provides a suite of solutions designed for business-to-business (B2B) applications, catering to a diverse clientele that includes multinational corporations as well as micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The company's software facilitates the digitization and automation of various operational processes, allowing businesses to manage critical areas such as human resources, finance, and taxation while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. By streamlining administrative tasks, Mekari enables organizations to concentrate on more strategic initiatives, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Cloud-based software specialized for contracts and other legal documents
Lisse
Venture Round in 2021
Lisse, established in 2018 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and providing automatic contract review solutions. The company offers a 24-hour contract checking service, LeCHECK, which employs AI to support contract checking and creation. Additionally, Lisse provides LeTRANSLATE, a real-time, high-quality machine translation tool for English contracts. By combining legal expertise with technology, Lisse aims to enhance corporate legal affairs, mitigate transaction risks, and foster a dispute-free society.
Bizzi is a company that specializes in accounting automation, aiming to simplify and digitize financial operations for businesses. Its platform leverages robotic process automation and machine learning technologies to enhance existing accounting software, automating essential financial tasks such as bill payments, receipt scanning, compliance, and bookkeeping. By streamlining these processes, Bizzi enables organizations to save time and reduce costs associated with their daily financial operations.
FlowAccount
Series A in 2021
FlowAccount is a developer of a cloud-based accounting platform tailored for business startups and enterprises. The platform is designed to simplify the accounting process, allowing users with little or no accounting background to manage their financial activities efficiently. It offers features such as the creation and sending of professional invoices, tracking of payments and transactions, and management of bills. Additionally, FlowAccount facilitates document sharing, enabling businesses to streamline their operations and maintain better oversight of their financial management. By providing an accessible online solution, FlowAccount supports businesses in effectively managing their accounting needs.
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.
Mekari is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company based in Jakarta, Indonesia, specializing in cloud-based business automation technology. Founded in 2015, Mekari provides a suite of solutions designed for business-to-business (B2B) applications, catering to a diverse clientele that includes multinational corporations as well as micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The company's software facilitates the digitization and automation of various operational processes, allowing businesses to manage critical areas such as human resources, finance, and taxation while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. By streamlining administrative tasks, Mekari enables organizations to concentrate on more strategic initiatives, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Infcurion
Venture Round in 2021
Infcurion is a fintech company that focuses on enhancing financial digitalization and promoting cashless payment solutions. The firm develops a Banking-as-a-Service platform that supports businesses in their transition to digital finance and fosters a digital index within society. Infcurion specializes in consulting services related to payment technologies, providing clients with expertise in smartphone payment terminals and processing services. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to leverage finance and payment technologies to drive social digital transformation.
Warc
Venture Round in 2020
WARC Co., Ltd., established in 2017 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing comprehensive business support services. The company offers consulting services tailored to startups, assisting them in developing and refining their business ideas. Additionally, WARC provides merger and acquisition advisory services, helping businesses navigate complex transactions. Furthermore, the company operates a talent agency, connecting professionals with suitable opportunities.
400F
Corporate Round in 2020
400F INC. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing money management and consultancy software solutions. Founded in 2017, it offers an application-based investment advisory platform designed to address financial challenges faced by individuals. Users can consult with experts about their financial issues at no cost after providing basic information, such as household budget and family structure. The platform also serves as a media resource, providing knowledge and strategies related to savings, asset management, and overall financial well-being. As a subsidiary of MoneyTech Design Co., Ltd, 400F INC. aims to enhance individuals' understanding and management of their financial situations.
Stock is a company that develops an information-sharing and task-management platform designed to alleviate the challenges associated with sharing information among teams worldwide. Its product incorporates various features, including auto-preview, accidental deletion prevention, data encryption, automatic mail transfer functions, and data stocking. These capabilities aim to enhance operational efficiency for non-IT companies by streamlining communication and reducing the stress linked with information-sharing. By focusing on user-friendly solutions, Stock supports organizations in achieving better management of tasks and information flow, fostering collaboration across diverse teams.
Mekari is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company based in Jakarta, Indonesia, specializing in cloud-based business automation technology. Founded in 2015, Mekari provides a suite of solutions designed for business-to-business (B2B) applications, catering to a diverse clientele that includes multinational corporations as well as micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The company's software facilitates the digitization and automation of various operational processes, allowing businesses to manage critical areas such as human resources, finance, and taxation while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. By streamlining administrative tasks, Mekari enables organizations to concentrate on more strategic initiatives, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
SMARTCAMP
Acquisition in 2019
Smart Camp is a technology company that offers SaaS comparison services, inside sales agency support, and B2B digital marketing solutions.
Hubble
Venture Round in 2019
Cloud-based software specialized for contracts and other legal documents
Hubble Japan
Venture Round in 2019
Hubble Japan is a company that specializes in developing cloud-based software for the management and storage of legal documents. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, the company offers a platform that facilitates the exchange, management, and sharing of legal documents for organizations of all sizes and industries. Hubble's software integrates with various electronic signing services, including CloudSign and DocuSign, allowing for seamless document processing. The platform is designed to automatically organize and manage document histories, track changes, and revert to previous versions, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing legal and contract-related friction. Hubble Japan aims to streamline the document management process with user-friendly features that cater to the needs of its clients.
Crafter
Venture Round in 2019
Crafter is now a member of Monex Group! Crafter provides Crew, a team collaboration tool powered by GPT-3 and CraftChat. CraftChat is a SaaS platform for marketers who work in enterprises to automate acquiring leads and providing best customer experience in your absence.We remove the trouble of spending lots of money on online marketing and make better conversions. If you are using CraftChat, users don’t have to visit the website, it comes to you on your social media advertisements. CraftChat delivers more solid targeting based on social media activity and profiles.
ChatWork
Corporate Round in 2019
Chatwork is a group chat application aimed at enhancing communication and collaboration among global teams, ultimately boosting productivity. The platform offers a range of features, including secure messaging, video chat, task management, and file sharing. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, Chatwork has established itself as Asia's leading business chat app, serving over 200,000 companies across various industries. With a multilingual interface available in five languages, Chatwork caters to a diverse user base. The company operates with a workforce of 89 employees located in Tokyo, Osaka, and Taipei, and is also involved in peripheral services and new business development.
Mekari is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company based in Jakarta, Indonesia, specializing in cloud-based business automation technology. Founded in 2015, Mekari provides a suite of solutions designed for business-to-business (B2B) applications, catering to a diverse clientele that includes multinational corporations as well as micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The company's software facilitates the digitization and automation of various operational processes, allowing businesses to manage critical areas such as human resources, finance, and taxation while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. By streamlining administrative tasks, Mekari enables organizations to concentrate on more strategic initiatives, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Pafin
Venture Round in 2018
Pafin, formerly known as Cryptact Ltd, is a technology company based in Shinjuku, Japan, that focuses on providing a comprehensive platform for individual investors in the cryptocurrency space. Founded in 2018, the company specializes in profit and loss calculation, tax assistance, and financial management tools tailored for cryptocurrency portfolios. By leveraging advanced technology, Pafin aims to enhance investment and asset management activities, offering users valuable insights and support for managing their virtual currency investments effectively.
Wakufuri
Acquisition in 2018
Wakufuri Co., Ltd., established in 2017 and headquartered in Fukuoka City, Japan, specializes in business transformation. It offers services such as business design, digital tool optimization, and organizational design to improve back office operations and support clients in leveraging cloud utilization. Additionally, Wakufuri provides HR services and assists in accessing relevant subsidies.
Knowledge Labo
Venture Round in 2018
KnowledgeLab is a company that uses the cloud to support accounting and labor for all small businesses and small businesses to increase their productivity.
ORO Wealth
Series A in 2018
ORO Wealth lets retail investors access sophisticated advice and techniques that are available to high-net-worth individuals and institutions.
BASE, Inc., established in 2012 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development and operation of Web services. The company offers a range of services, including an online shop opening service and a smartphone shopping app under the BASE brand. Additionally, it provides financial services such as YELL BANK, which facilitates fundraising for shop owners using the BASE platform. BASE also offers PAY.JP, an online service for implementing credit card payments, and PAY ID, an ID-type payment service for consumers. The company's services are primarily focused on the Japanese market.
Klavis
Acquisition in 2017
Klavis Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in developing accounting and bookkeeping software. The company offers a cloud-based platform known as Streamed, which enables businesses to efficiently manage their receipts. Streamed is designed to convert up to 100 receipts into data within 15 minutes, boasting an impressive accuracy rating of 99.9%. Through its innovative solutions, Klavis aims to streamline financial record-keeping for companies.
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.
MONEY DESIGN
Venture Round in 2015
MONEY DESIGN Co., Ltd. is a fintech company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2013. The firm specializes in asset management and investment advisory services, providing automated investment management solutions to its clients. By leveraging technology, MONEY DESIGN aims to simplify the investment process and make financial advice more accessible to a broader audience.