Nissay Capital

Nissay Capital is a venture capital firm based in Tokyo, Japan, focusing on a range of investment stages including seed, startup, growth capital, middle stage, and later stage investments. The firm manages multiple venture capital funds, notably targeting pre-IPO companies with substantial investment sizes, typically starting at a minimum of JPY 1 billion per company. Nissay Capital aims to invest in firms projected to achieve a market capitalization of JPY 50 billion at the time of their initial public offering. Through its various funds, Nissay Capital actively seeks to support and nurture companies across different sectors in their growth trajectories.

Tetsuya Adachi

CEO

Kosuke Ueda

CEO

Past deals in Japan

LUCA Science

Series B in 2022
Luca Science Inc. specializes in creating a new treatment using mitochondria, which is bioenergy itself. It is based in Japan.

MENOU

Series A in 2022
Menou Inc. is engage in AI introduction and technology services business. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Fez

Series C in 2021
Operator of a retail advertising company dedicated to promoting and strengthening the retail industry. The company's one-stop back-calculation platform realizes sales lift by calculating back from offline purchase data, location data, and store data, enabling retailers and manufacturers to disseminate the latest business information promote purchases to new customers, and upsell to existing customers.

Wakaze

Series A in 2021
Wakaze Inc. is a Japanese company specializing in the development and production of sake, as well as the export of sake products and providing concierge services related to sake. Founded in 2016, the company operates out of Tsuruoka, Japan, with an additional office in Tokyo. Wakaze markets its products under the brands ORBIA and FONIA, offering a range of sake including the lines SOL, LUNA, SORRA, and TERRA. The company aims to promote Japanese sake culture both domestically and internationally.

Heartseed

Series C in 2021
Heartseed Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, focuses on developing myocardial regeneration medicine utilizing induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells. The company aims to advance the clinical application of regenerative medicine specifically for treating heart disease. Heartseed is dedicated to creating cardiomyocyte replacement therapies derived from iPS cells to address advanced heart failure, aspiring to transform the treatment landscape for patients suffering from this condition.

better

Venture Round in 2021
Better Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development and operation of web services focused on inheritance tax. In addition to its core service, the company also provides accounting advisory services. Through its innovative platform, Better Inc. aims to assist individuals and families in navigating the complexities of inheritance tax, ensuring compliance and efficiency in the management of their financial affairs.

Cake.jp

Venture Round in 2021
Cake.jp Co., Ltd. owns and operates online cake delivery portal. The company delivers cake for individual birthdays, anniversary celebrations, corporate events, parties, and welfare. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Global Trust Networks

Venture Round in 2021
Global Trust Networks Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based real estate agency that specializes in assisting foreigners who wish to live in Japan. Founded in 2006, the company provides a range of services including real estate rental brokerage and a rent guarantee service, facilitating smoother transitions for expatriates seeking housing. By offering these services, Global Trust Networks aims to make the process of finding and securing rental properties more accessible and affordable for its clients.

TrustHub

Series A in 2021
Developer of a mail order and purchase platform designed to trade things using information technology. The company's platform allows trading online with trade cards, enabling professional staff to carefully shoot cards one by one and check the status on the Internet.

Aetas Pharma

Venture Round in 2021
AETAS Pharma is a pharmaceutical company that specializes in research and development and licensing. Since its establishment in May 2000, the company has been engaged in drug discovery research and development for substances that have the effect of improving cardiac function and renal function. Especially for the development of atrial fibrillation therapeutics in heart disease, it is a pipeline that has been vigorously promoted since its establishment, and there is no definitive therapeutic at present, and we are developing a developed formulation for patients who are suffering.

CellGenTech

Venture Round in 2021
CellGenTech, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in Chiba, Japan, focused on the research and development of gene therapies and regenerative medicine. Founded in 2003, the company specializes in adipocyte-based technologies to create innovative gene and cell therapies. CellGenTech is currently conducting translational clinical research targeting LCAT deficiency, with plans to extend its therapeutic applications to other rare diseases. The company offers protein supplemental therapy solutions for various conditions, including hereditary and orphan diseases, intractable diseases such as lysosomal disorders and hemophilia, as well as diabetic and cardiovascular diseases. Through the use of genetically modified human adipocytes, CellGenTech aims to replenish essential enzymes and proteins, providing new treatment options for patients with specific medical needs.

HYPE

Seed Round in 2021
HYPE provides Live house management, artist management, web service development and management.

IMCF

Venture Round in 2020
IMCF Co., Ltd., based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing comprehensive financial, marketing, and business support services tailored for fashion designers. The company focuses on brand incubation, allowing designers to concentrate on their creative work by managing various operational aspects, including funding, business management, and marketing. IMCF positions itself as a collaborative business partner, working closely with designers to promote their brands and foster growth in the competitive fashion industry. Through this approach, IMCF aims to create an environment conducive to creativity and innovation, supporting designers in building their identities and expanding their market presence.

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.

Lanchester

Series A in 2020
Lanchester operates EAP, an Engagement Application Platform that offers one-stop marketing, customer relationship management, and e-commerce solutions. EAP charges its clients based on the number of users (MAU: Monthly Active Users) who used the app during a certain period, not the number of app downloads. Lanchester also provides a wide range of services from planning and development to operation of web and smartphone sites and iOS and Android apps.

NearMe

Series A in 2020
NearMe Inc. develops a mobile application for providing taxi ride-sharing service. The company’s application enables instant matching of people who want to go in the same direction by taxi. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. NearMe Co., Ltd. was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Xbit

Venture Round in 2020
Xbit, Inc. develops an application designed to assist shop owners in managing employee schedules. Founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, the company's platform includes a chatbot service that allows employers to easily collect availability from their staff and generate shift schedules efficiently. This solution aims to streamline the scheduling process, enhancing operational efficiency for businesses in the retail and service sectors.

Bulk Homme

Series B in 2020
BULK HOMME Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in men's skincare products. Founded in 2013, it offers a diverse range of items, including face washes, toners, serums, sunscreens, body washes, face masks, and lotions. The brand focuses on delivering products that provide both immediate and long-term benefits, developed through extensive research and development. BULK HOMME aims to meet the basic skincare needs of men by offering high-quality solutions that enhance their daily routines. The company's products are available through physical retail locations and online platforms, making them accessible to a broad audience.

Fez

Convertible Note in 2020
Operator of a retail advertising company dedicated to promoting and strengthening the retail industry. The company's one-stop back-calculation platform realizes sales lift by calculating back from offline purchase data, location data, and store data, enabling retailers and manufacturers to disseminate the latest business information promote purchases to new customers, and upsell to existing customers.

iBody

Venture Round in 2020
iBody is a venture from Nagoya University Graduate School of Life and Agriculture.We will contribute to the improvement of treatment and diagnostic technology and the development of life science by using monoclonal antibody excavation technology from a small amount of blood, and contribute to the improvement of human health and quality of life.

FLASHPARK

Corporate Round in 2020
FLASHPARK is a general mail order sites for cakes.

Otokoro.com

Seed Round in 2020
Otokoro.com, Inc. engages in internet advertising business. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Drips

Seed Round in 2020
Drips Inc. is a startup company based in Chiyoda, Japan, founded in 2019. It specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of mouthpiece orthodontics. The company operates an online platform that offers both products and services, including its mouthpiece orthodontic service known as hanaravi orthodontics. Drips is committed to providing evidence-based orthodontic solutions, positioning itself as a trusted provider in the medical technology sector. Through its innovative approach, the company aims to deliver long-term benefits to users seeking orthodontic treatment.

Living Tech

Venture Round in 2020
Living Tech, Inc. develops and provides NOW ROOM, an app-based service to search and book shared rooms and luxury hotels. It also offers Cloud Hotel, a cloud-type hotel management solution for hotels and inns. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Kompeito

Series B in 2020
Kompeito operates an online platform based in Tokyo, Japan, that focuses on delivering fresh vegetables and healthy meals to office workers. The platform allows users to conveniently order a variety of vegetables and on-demand healthy prepared meals from convenience stores and restaurants, promoting better health management among employees. By facilitating the delivery of nutritious food options, Kompeito aims to support a healthier lifestyle for individuals in corporate environments.

Antaa

Venture Round in 2020
Antaa, Inc. provides medical treatment by connecting the doctors from different locations online. It offers Antaa QA, which includes a platform to solve the questions between doctors. It provides Antaa slide, which shares the result of medical association and research report. It also offers Antaa media, which is a learning place for doctors run by them. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

minma

Venture Round in 2020
minma, Inc. specializes in the development and operation of online market press. It was founded on January 2011 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

ORIGINAL LIFE

Series A in 2020
Original Life, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates in the wedding services sector as a media technology company. It has developed a comprehensive wedding platform that consolidates essential information for couples planning their marriages. This platform gathers data on various wedding-related topics, such as venues, rings, and other services, sourced from recently married couples and online resources. By providing all necessary information in one convenient location, Original Life aims to enhance the wedding planning experience for prospective brides and grooms.

SanBio

Post in 2020
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.

GROWTH VERSE

Venture Round in 2020
GROWTH VERSE, operated by Supreme System Co., Ltd., is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2000 that specializes in IT consulting and software development services. The firm focuses on the planning, development, and sales of database marketing software, offering innovative marketing automation tools that assist businesses in managing campaigns and analyzing customer data. Its platform enables real-time processing of big data, facilitating improved decision-making and enhanced marketing strategies. By providing comprehensive IT installation support and tailored marketing services, GROWTH VERSE aims to empower organizations to effectively harness digital and real data for their operational needs.

Nosh

Series B in 2019
Nosh is a delivery food service platform based in Osaka.

TNAX Biopharma

Series A in 2019
TNAX Biopharma is a developer of pharmaceuticals drugs intended to improve the quality of life of patients.The company provides novel antibody therapeutics for unmet medical needs of patients with intractable diseases, thus providing patients therapeutics around the world through drug discovery innovation.

Heartseed

Series B in 2019
Heartseed Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, focuses on developing myocardial regeneration medicine utilizing induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells. The company aims to advance the clinical application of regenerative medicine specifically for treating heart disease. Heartseed is dedicated to creating cardiomyocyte replacement therapies derived from iPS cells to address advanced heart failure, aspiring to transform the treatment landscape for patients suffering from this condition.

Strobolight

Venture Round in 2019
Strobolight Inc., founded in 2012 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in media and advertising services. The company operates LOVEGREEN, a botanical life web platform that offers users daily information on cultivating flowers and plants, understanding flower language, and exploring home gardening tips, shops, and events. Strobolight also provides comprehensive support for gardening enthusiasts, including production, construction, and maintenance services, delivered by knowledgeable staff to assist those facing challenges in their gardening endeavors. The company also maintains additional offices in Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka, further extending its reach within Japan.

Antway

Venture Round in 2019
Antway operate a food delivery service called Tsukurioki.jp for busy dual-working households.

NearMe

Series A in 2019
NearMe Inc. develops a mobile application for providing taxi ride-sharing service. The company’s application enables instant matching of people who want to go in the same direction by taxi. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. NearMe Co., Ltd. was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

TRIBEAU

Venture Round in 2019
Tribeau Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that operates a dedicated application for cosmetic surgery. The platform focuses on enhancing the experience of women seeking aesthetic treatments by connecting them with a network of cosmetic surgery experts. Tribeau serves as a word-of-mouth resource for individuals interested in cosmetic surgeries, cosmetic dermatology, and orthodontics, particularly for services not covered by health insurance. The application aims to support users in making informed decisions regarding their aesthetic choices by providing access to expert insights and community experiences.

Cake.jp

Venture Round in 2019
Cake.jp Co., Ltd. owns and operates online cake delivery portal. The company delivers cake for individual birthdays, anniversary celebrations, corporate events, parties, and welfare. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

talent and assessment

Venture Round in 2019
Talent and assessment provides AI interview service that can interview anytime and anywhere. Based on the strategy recruitment method developed by the Company, AI conducts a recruitment interview while interacting with the AI, analyzing the qualifications of applicants by expert staff and evaluating the interview.This is an AI interview service that provides reports. Applicants can interview anywhere, anytime, 24 hours a day, 365 days a week by using their smartphone and downloading a dedicated application.

better

Seed Round in 2019
Better Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development and operation of web services focused on inheritance tax. In addition to its core service, the company also provides accounting advisory services. Through its innovative platform, Better Inc. aims to assist individuals and families in navigating the complexities of inheritance tax, ensuring compliance and efficiency in the management of their financial affairs.

better

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Better Inc. is a company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development and operation of web services focused on inheritance tax. In addition to its core service, the company also provides accounting advisory services. Through its innovative platform, Better Inc. aims to assist individuals and families in navigating the complexities of inheritance tax, ensuring compliance and efficiency in the management of their financial affairs.

Handii, Inc.

Series A in 2019
Handii is a Development and operation of corporate payment services.

Wakaze

Series A in 2019
Wakaze Inc. is a Japanese company specializing in the development and production of sake, as well as the export of sake products and providing concierge services related to sake. Founded in 2016, the company operates out of Tsuruoka, Japan, with an additional office in Tokyo. Wakaze markets its products under the brands ORBIA and FONIA, offering a range of sake including the lines SOL, LUNA, SORRA, and TERRA. The company aims to promote Japanese sake culture both domestically and internationally.

unilabo

Venture Round in 2019
unilabo, Inc. owns and operates a business to business (B2B) ordering platform. It offers search service for suppliers. It also provides characteristics, achievements, and services of suppliers, subcontractors, and outsourcers; and information and price quotes. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Welyco

Venture Round in 2019
Welyco is an information technology company.We operate smart restaurant "solto". Utilize IT to realize efficient and diverse restaurant management.

Yper

Venture Round in 2019
Yper, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in package management through its innovative application, OKIPPA. The company offers logistics services that utilize a compact delivery bag in conjunction with a smartphone application, facilitating an efficient and streamlined delivery system. Yper's focus on integrating technology with logistics aims to enhance the efficiency of package distribution and management for users.

Otokoro.com

Seed Round in 2019
Otokoro.com, Inc. engages in internet advertising business. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Waqoo

Venture Round in 2019
Waqoo is a Professional Services.

Momotaro-Gene

Venture Round in 2019
Momotaro-Gene Inc., a biotechology company, develops tumor-suppressor genes for cancer treatment. It offers reduced expression in immortalized cells (REIC) for cancer therapeutic gene and interleukin (I L-12) for cancer immunostimulant. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Okayama, Japan.

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.

Peraichi

Venture Round in 2019
Peraichi is a software company that specializes in developing tools for website creation, focusing on enabling users to build attractive one-page homepages with ease. The platform allows individuals and businesses to quickly establish an online presence by offering a user-friendly interface for designing free web pages. Peraichi aims to provide essential resources and support systems to facilitate the online marketing of services and shops, catering to users who may lack technical expertise in web development.

STUDIO UNBUILT

Venture Round in 2019
STUDIO UNBUIT is an Online production studio for architectural design drawings.

Aillis

Seed Round in 2019
Aillis specializes in the development of testing methods for Influenza using artificial intelligence technology. The company mainly focuses on new methods of diagnosing influenza. The company was founded in 2017.

Lighthouse Japan

Seed Round in 2019
Lighthouse for your Frontier Aiming to democratize marine resource exploration through IT and data utilization on ships

RENOVA Japan

Post in 2019
RENOVA, Inc. is a Japanese company focused on the renewable energy sector, established in 2000 and headquartered in Tokyo. It operates primarily in two segments: the Renewable Energy Power Generation Business and the Renewable Energy Development and Operation Business. The former generates and sells electricity from various renewable sources, including solar, biomass, wind, and geothermal power plants. The latter segment is involved in the development and management of these renewable energy facilities, supporting their operational efficiency. RENOVA's commitment to sustainable energy solutions positions it as a key player in Japan's transition to cleaner energy sources.

WHITE CROSS

Venture Round in 2018
WHITE CROSS Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015 that focuses on developing and operating an information and communications technology (ICT) platform tailored for dental care. The company offers three primary services: White Cross, d.Style, and WHITE CROSS Live, which collectively aim to enhance dental health practices and support dental health workers through community engagement and resources. By leveraging technology, WHITE CROSS seeks to improve the delivery of dental care and foster collaboration within the dental community.

TradFit

Venture Round in 2018
TradFit Co., Ltd. develops and operates voice data platform utilizing cloud artificial intelligence (AI). The company offers Software as a service (SaaS) based voice data platform for hotels and restaurants. The company was founded in August 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Bulk Homme

Series A in 2018
BULK HOMME Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in men's skincare products. Founded in 2013, it offers a diverse range of items, including face washes, toners, serums, sunscreens, body washes, face masks, and lotions. The brand focuses on delivering products that provide both immediate and long-term benefits, developed through extensive research and development. BULK HOMME aims to meet the basic skincare needs of men by offering high-quality solutions that enhance their daily routines. The company's products are available through physical retail locations and online platforms, making them accessible to a broad audience.

SteraVision

Venture Round in 2018
SteraVision Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company established in 2016, located in Tsukuba City. It specializes in the development and manufacturing of electronic sensors and optical steering devices that enhance visual systems. Utilizing light steering device technology, SteraVision produces solid-state scanners that mimic human vision, integrating digital coherent lidar for improved obstacle detection. These products are crucial for applications in autonomous driving, industrial robotics, and security systems, enabling reliable performance even in challenging environments. As a fabless company, SteraVision focuses on creating new market value through innovative technology solutions.

TNAX Biopharma

Series A in 2018
TNAX Biopharma is a developer of pharmaceuticals drugs intended to improve the quality of life of patients.The company provides novel antibody therapeutics for unmet medical needs of patients with intractable diseases, thus providing patients therapeutics around the world through drug discovery innovation.

Next Innovation

Venture Round in 2018
NEXTINNOVATION.inc. designs and develops software for healthcare industry. It offers an Internet based medical examination platform which allows women to connect with doctors for menstrual and sex related issues. It also provides planning and operation of telemedicine services using Internet, system development and operation, consulting business for medical institutions and nursing care facilities and more. NEXTINNOVATION.inc. was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.

INNOVATION NEXT

Venture Round in 2018
Innovation Next is a system solutions company that promotes operational efficiency and work style reform through cutting-edge technology

Limar Estate

Seed Round in 2018
Limar Estate Co., Ltd develops real estate brokerage platform. The company also provides real estate IT consulting and real estate management consultation services. Limar Estate Co., Ltd was founded in 2016 and is based in Chuo, Japan.

Gojo & Company

Series B in 2018
Gojo & Company Inc. is a holding company based in Tokyo, Japan, that operates through its subsidiaries, including Microfinance Delta International and Sejaya Micro Credit, to provide microfinance services. Founded in 2014, the company aims to enhance financial inclusion by focusing on developing countries. Gojo supports the formalization and growth of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises, with the long-term objective of delivering high-quality, affordable financial services to over 100 million unserved and underserved individuals across more than 50 countries by 2030. As of now, Gojo has established a presence in Cambodia, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and India, employing over 3,400 individuals and serving more than 570,000 women, many of whom are mothers.

ITD Lab

Venture Round in 2018
ITD Lab Co., Ltd. is a company based in Yokohama, Japan, specializing in the development and manufacturing of stereo range imager (SRIM) technology tailored for the automotive sector. Established in 2016, ITD Lab produces intelligent stereo camera (ISC) units designed for advanced driver assistance systems, as well as front and back monitor systems. The ISC technology supports a variety of applications beyond automotive, including drone flight control, construction machinery, and industrial robotics. In addition to its product offerings, ITD Lab provides consultation services related to self-driving systems and 3D map generation, encompassing aspects such as system development, manufacturing, marketing, licensing, and maintenance.

INM Holdings, Inc.

Venture Round in 2018
INM Holdings is a provider of business consulting services. The company's business consulting services enable clients with new business development, marketing planning and conduction.INM Holdings (INMホールディングス) is the operator of Netmile (ネットマイル), an Internet-based market for cash, electronic money, points, and airline mileage exchange; and Bitmile (ビットマイル), a virtual currency.

TradFit

Seed Round in 2018
TradFit Co., Ltd. develops and operates voice data platform utilizing cloud artificial intelligence (AI). The company offers Software as a service (SaaS) based voice data platform for hotels and restaurants. The company was founded in August 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Asian Bridge

Series A in 2018
Asian Bridge Inc., founded in 2010 and headquartered in Chiyoda Ku, Japan, specializes in mail order support services and fulfillment solutions for e-commerce businesses. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including picking, packing, and preparing customer orders for shipment. Asian Bridge provides competitive shipping rates and both domestic and international delivery options, which facilitate effective logistics management. Additionally, the company features a variety of Japanese merchandise, such as beauty care products, health foods, and clothing, catering to diverse consumer needs. By optimizing operational aspects of order fulfillment, Asian Bridge helps businesses reduce costs and improve their overall efficiency in the marketplace.

Asian Bridge

Venture Round in 2018
Asian Bridge is an IT service provider engage in web system and application development. It aims to be a company that can tolerate diversity and contribute to the development of society. Asian Bridge was founded in 2007 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Limar Estate

Seed Round in 2018
Limar Estate Co., Ltd develops real estate brokerage platform. The company also provides real estate IT consulting and real estate management consultation services. Limar Estate Co., Ltd was founded in 2016 and is based in Chuo, Japan.

Nosh

Seed Round in 2018
Nosh is a delivery food service platform based in Osaka.

iBody

Seed Round in 2018
iBody is a venture from Nagoya University Graduate School of Life and Agriculture.We will contribute to the improvement of treatment and diagnostic technology and the development of life science by using monoclonal antibody excavation technology from a small amount of blood, and contribute to the improvement of human health and quality of life.

TL Genomics

Venture Round in 2018
TL Genomics Co., Ltd., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in DNA testing services. The company has developed a unique prenatal diagnosis technology that isolates fetal nucleated red blood cells from maternal blood. This innovative approach allows for the examination of the fetal genome, facilitating noninvasive and definitive diagnosis of fetal chromosomal diseases early in pregnancy. Through its advanced techniques, TL Genomics aims to enhance prenatal care by providing accurate and timely genetic information.

Yper

Venture Round in 2018
Yper, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in package management through its innovative application, OKIPPA. The company offers logistics services that utilize a compact delivery bag in conjunction with a smartphone application, facilitating an efficient and streamlined delivery system. Yper's focus on integrating technology with logistics aims to enhance the efficiency of package distribution and management for users.

Welyco

Venture Round in 2018
Welyco is an information technology company.We operate smart restaurant "solto". Utilize IT to realize efficient and diverse restaurant management.

i-plug

Venture Round in 2018
i-plug Co., Ltd. designs and develops a recruitment platform. The company offers OfferBox, an online platform, which allows companies to search for new graduates. The company's platform allows companies to search for information on students who they would like to meet and contact potential candidates. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Osaka, Japan.

Limar Estate

Seed Round in 2018
Limar Estate Co., Ltd develops real estate brokerage platform. The company also provides real estate IT consulting and real estate management consultation services. Limar Estate Co., Ltd was founded in 2016 and is based in Chuo, Japan.

Cocoa Motors

Venture Round in 2018
WalkCar is the world's smallest electric car that can be mobile and put it in a bag. Just turn the direction to the body you want to go, you can move freely. (Curve / accelerator / brake operation) the body of the notebook PC size, because carry casually, us at any time to support your "walk".

XTIA

Series B in 2018
Optocomb is a development and sales of optical comb generators and their applications and related equipment company. Hikaricom connects production plants and assembly plants around the world, and works to stably connect factory shipping and receiving inspections.

SITESENSING

Venture Round in 2018
Sitesensing, Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in measurement technology that enables accurate assessments of various environments. The company offers services such as face grapher technology, PDR series, and 3D modeling. Recognized as the Technology Transfer Venture by the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology in its founding year, Sitesensing has made significant strides in the fields of autonomous navigation, three-dimensional modeling, and face recognition. By focusing on innovative technological development, Sitesensing aims to provide clear solutions derived from precise data analysis.

Embrace Japan

Venture Round in 2018
Embrace Corporation is looking for new friends. Whether you want to solve a major problem of medical care through your own work, or you want to take on a higher goal with Embracing, the company you are going to work on. Employees with various experiences, such as foreign-affiliated IT vendors, consulting firms, pharmaceutical companies, and web production companies, are active.

KAKUCHO

Venture Round in 2018
Kakucho Co., Ltd. develops software applications for content planning and communication. Its products include Genchiroid, a business application for remodeling contractors and KAMEN, a video chat application. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Gojo & Company

Series B in 2018
Gojo & Company Inc. is a holding company based in Tokyo, Japan, that operates through its subsidiaries, including Microfinance Delta International and Sejaya Micro Credit, to provide microfinance services. Founded in 2014, the company aims to enhance financial inclusion by focusing on developing countries. Gojo supports the formalization and growth of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises, with the long-term objective of delivering high-quality, affordable financial services to over 100 million unserved and underserved individuals across more than 50 countries by 2030. As of now, Gojo has established a presence in Cambodia, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and India, employing over 3,400 individuals and serving more than 570,000 women, many of whom are mothers.

Bloom Technology

Venture Round in 2018
Bloom Technology Corporation, founded in 2014 and based in Kumamoto-shi, Japan, specializes in drug development through innovative research focused on advanced glycation end products (AGEs). The company is dedicated to combating toxic AGEs, which are linked to accelerated aging and various age-related diseases, including cardiovascular conditions, Alzheimer's disease, non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), cancer, and infertility. By developing antibodies and therapeutics aimed at addressing these complex health issues, Bloom Technology aims to provide effective treatments that enhance the quality of life for patients suffering from age-related ailments.

ICORNET

Venture Round in 2018
ICORNET is a developer of tailor-made cardiac support net treatment for patients with severe heart failure.The company's heart support net is a mesh bag to prevent progressive heart enlargement, designed and manufactured in a tailor-made manner to optimize cardiac function based on a 3D heart model for each patient created from MRI and CT images, enabling surgery to be completed in a very short time and with little burden on the patient.

NearMe

Venture Round in 2018
NearMe Inc. develops a mobile application for providing taxi ride-sharing service. The company’s application enables instant matching of people who want to go in the same direction by taxi. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. NearMe Co., Ltd. was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Vasculead

Venture Round in 2018
Vasculead is a pharmaceutical startup company

Tokyo Otaku Mode

Venture Round in 2018
Tokyo Otaku Mode Inc. operates a platform for Japanese otaku news and content. It distributes otaku content, including anime, manga, event reports, news, and others. The company operates otakumode.com that provides user-generated content of otaku related artwork, cosplay photos, and others; and publishes Japanese otaku news articles in English. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Portland, Oregon with a branch in Mitaka-shi, 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.

Megakaryon Corporation

Series C in 2017
Megakaryon Corporation develops platelets and red blood cells from human iPS cell lines. Its portfolio includes blood products that do not depend on blood donations. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Kyoto, Japan with an additional office in Tokyo, Japan.

Strobolight

Venture Round in 2017
Strobolight Inc., founded in 2012 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in media and advertising services. The company operates LOVEGREEN, a botanical life web platform that offers users daily information on cultivating flowers and plants, understanding flower language, and exploring home gardening tips, shops, and events. Strobolight also provides comprehensive support for gardening enthusiasts, including production, construction, and maintenance services, delivered by knowledgeable staff to assist those facing challenges in their gardening endeavors. The company also maintains additional offices in Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka, further extending its reach within Japan.

Handii, Inc.

Venture Round in 2017
Handii is a Development and operation of corporate payment services.

CREO Bioscience

Venture Round in 2017
CREO Bioscience Inc. is a biotechnology company that specializes in the development and distribution of microfluidic cell culture devices. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, the company offers a biosensor that extracts specific biological reactions from organisms for observation outside the body. By integrating technology with information and communication technology (ICT), CREO Bioscience utilizes these biosensors as diagnostic tools to analyze disease mechanisms.

Cyfuse Biomedical

Venture Round in 2017
Cyfuse Biomedical develops tissue fabrication systems and cell-based products in Japan and internationally. The company offers 3D BioFabrication systems and related consumables; develops and licenses 3D tissue products for therapeutic and drug development use; and engages in contract manufacturing of 3D tissue products for research purposes. Its products applications include blood vessel grafts for blood access of hemodialysis patients or coronary artery bypass grafts; cardiac grafts for drug toxicology screening or supplemental therapy of myocardial infarction; cartilage grafts for plastic surgery or reconstruction; and hepatocyte grafts for drug metabolism screening or in-vivo production of clotting factors in the treatment of hemophilia. Cyfuse Biomedical was founded in 2010 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Triple W Japan

Series A 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.