NTT Docomo

NTT Docomo is a leading Japanese telecommunications company offering mobile services, including voice and data communication, value-added services, international roaming, satellite cell phone services, and machine-to-machine (M2M) services. It provides a wide range of products and services for both consumers and businesses, operating in various fields such as media, finance, commerce, healthcare, M2M, aggregation, ecology, safety, and lifestyle guidance.

Chris Hermanowicz

Investor

Takayuki Inagawa

Chief Innovation Evangelist

Ryo Kawamoto

Manager

Yuko Sasahara

Board Director

Jun Yasumoto

Director and President

Past deals in Japan

MeetsMore

Series B in 2025
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, MeetsMore develops software that connects local businesses with clients. Its platform facilitates customer acquisition and quotation processing for various face-to-face service providers such as photographers, event planners, and other professionals.

Mugenup

Acquisition in 2024
Mugenup is a Japanese creative content production company that provides 2D and 3D assets for games, illustration, video, and animation. The company operates a cloud-based crowdsourcing platform to handle design tasks such as card illustrations and 3D models for animation and games, and also offers an online management system marketed under the Save Point brand to manage content production workflows. Based in Tokyo, it serves clients in social gaming and animation, delivering illustration, 3D computer graphics, video production, and project management tools for animation projects.

Interstellar Technologies

Series E in 2024
Founded in 2003, Interstellar Technologies develops suborbital rockets for space observations and zero-gravity experiments. Based in Japan, the company has successfully completed three spaceflights with its MOMO rocket, becoming Japan's first private entity to reach space. It operates launch facilities in Taiki, Hokkaido, including Launch Complex-0 (LC-0) for MOMO and Launch Complex-1 (LC-1) for the upcoming ZERO rocket.

FLUX

Series B in 2023
FLUX Inc. is a company based in Shibuya-ku, Japan, that specializes in developing digital marketing solutions to enhance online business performance. Founded in 2018, FLUX offers a range of products, including the FLUX Header Bidding Solution, which fosters fair competition among advertisers and boosts advertising revenue. Additionally, the company provides FLUX LTV Analytics, a tool that utilizes customer data and advanced statistical methods to predict customer lifetime value. FLUX also features a Digital Experience Platform (DXP) that personalizes and optimizes the digital customer experience through its proprietary digital identification technology, enabling businesses to engage effectively across various digital touchpoints.

Baseconnect

Series B in 2023
Founded in Kyoto, Japan in 2017, Baseconnect develops and operates BaseconnectList, a corporate sales support database. It offers Musubu, a cloud-based platform utilizing AI to target corporate sales and create company lists for prospective customers, enhancing sales efficiency.

Photosynth

Series A in 2021
Photosynth is an information technology company that designs and operates cloud-based entrance and exit management systems and IoT-enabled smart locks for homes and businesses. It develops and provides Akerun Access Intelligence, a cloud-based authentication platform that enables personal authentication and security through edge devices connected to the cloud, serving both corporate and residential customers. The company also offers facility management services via Migakun, a BPaaS platform that coordinates gig workers to address labor shortages across various spaces. Through its IoT and cloud initiatives, Photosynth integrates physical access control with scalable authentication and workforce enablement.

HOMMA

Series A in 2021
HOMMA is a startup that designs modern homes and develops an artificial intelligence driven platform for connected living. The company brings together home builders, architects, designers, and engineers to create residences that integrate security, convenience, and comfort through smart devices and applications. The platform enables device and application integration and allows homeowners to tailor configurations to their preferences, enhancing the living experience. Founded in 2015 by Takeshi Homma, HOMMA operates with offices in the Bay Area, Portland and Tokyo.

Stockmark

Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2015, Stockmark specializes in developing and operating business decision support services. It leverages artificial intelligence technology, particularly natural language processing, to extract user preferences, predict market trends, and facilitate efficient corporate culture transformation.

VDOO

Series B in 2021
Vdoo is a company specializing in product security, offering an automated platform designed to provide comprehensive protection for software products. Founded in 2017 by experienced cybersecurity professionals, Vdoo enables organizations to identify, prioritize, and address a wide array of security challenges, including vulnerabilities in third-party software, embedded malware, configuration risks, and compliance issues. The platform streamlines the efforts of development and security teams, reducing the time and resources needed to maintain optimal product security. With a global presence that includes offices in Israel, the United States, Germany, Singapore, and Japan, Vdoo serves numerous Fortune 500 clients across various industries, emphasizing its commitment to enhancing security diligence in product development.

PARONYM

Series B in 2020
Paronym Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016. It specializes in designing and developing TIG, an interactive video technology platform that allows users to engage with video content by touching objects within the video to access additional information. This platform connects viewers to various details about wedding venues, restaurants, and associated businesses, enhancing their understanding of the content. Paronym offers a range of services, including TIG live for streaming events, TIG commerce for integrated shopping experiences, TIG branch for customizable video interactions, and TIG learning for educational purposes. Additionally, it provides solutions for fashion shows, advertising, and offline information access, covering sectors such as apparel, real estate, entertainment, and sports.

DennoKotsu

Venture Round in 2020
DennoKotsu Inc. is a Japanese company based in Tokushima, established in 2015, that specializes in the development and provision of cloud-based taxi dispatch systems. The company operates call centers for taxi companies, offering a contract dispatch service that streamlines operations for multiple operators. Its platform is designed to enhance dispatch efficiency by providing drivers with navigation maps through vehicle-mounted tablets. DennoKotsu's solutions aim to improve regional transportation services, delivering cost-effective and customized dispatch systems that cater to the evolving needs of the taxi industry.

Xica

Series D in 2020
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2012, Xica specializes in applied data science. It offers MAGELLAN, Japan's leading Marketing Mix Modeling tool, supporting over 200 major brands. The company automates, visualizes, and optimizes both offline and online marketing effectiveness.

Photosynth

Private Equity Round in 2020
Photosynth is an information technology company that designs and operates cloud-based entrance and exit management systems and IoT-enabled smart locks for homes and businesses. It develops and provides Akerun Access Intelligence, a cloud-based authentication platform that enables personal authentication and security through edge devices connected to the cloud, serving both corporate and residential customers. The company also offers facility management services via Migakun, a BPaaS platform that coordinates gig workers to address labor shortages across various spaces. Through its IoT and cloud initiatives, Photosynth integrates physical access control with scalable authentication and workforce enablement.

Mobility Technologies

Corporate Round in 2020
Mobility Technologies provides vehicle allocation systems for taxi operators. The company offers various IT services that update the Japanese mobility industry. It also provides a “quick ride” experience by linking taxi vehicles with real-time location information and advanced dispatch logic. Mobility Technologies was established in 1977 and is based Tokyo, Japan.

DennoKotsu

Venture Round in 2020
DennoKotsu Inc. is a Japanese company based in Tokushima, established in 2015, that specializes in the development and provision of cloud-based taxi dispatch systems. The company operates call centers for taxi companies, offering a contract dispatch service that streamlines operations for multiple operators. Its platform is designed to enhance dispatch efficiency by providing drivers with navigation maps through vehicle-mounted tablets. DennoKotsu's solutions aim to improve regional transportation services, delivering cost-effective and customized dispatch systems that cater to the evolving needs of the taxi industry.

Repro

Series C in 2020
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2014, Repro develops a mobile analytics solution that provides insights into app users' behavior through play-by-play videos. It offers application growth support consulting and in-app messaging services to improve conversion rates and enhance user engagement.

TrendExpress

Venture Round in 2019
TrendExpress Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in social data and social media analytics. Formerly known as Hotto Link Consulting Inc., it operates as a subsidiary of Hottolink, Inc. TrendExpress focuses on visualizing social big data globally and provides valuable insights through weekly reporting. Additionally, the company engages in market research utilizing social big data, enabling businesses to better understand trends and consumer behavior through its analytical services.

Eviry

Venture Round in 2019
Eviry Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2006 that specializes in cloud-based video distribution solutions. The company provides a comprehensive platform that empowers businesses and creators by offering video marketing support and data-driven insights. Eviry's services include video analytics tools compatible with YouTube and other major social video platforms, allowing users to access essential market data and insights for effective video marketing. The company aims to streamline the video distribution process by integrating all necessary functionalities into a single platform, enhancing the ability to analyze and optimize video content performance.

Showcase Gig

Venture Round in 2019
Showcase Gig Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in omni-channel marketing services through its innovative mobile wallet solution, O:der. The company develops a mobile platform that focuses on the planning and development of digital services tailored for small-sized retailers. Its offerings include smartphone applications designed for next-generation IoT stores, alongside a customer relationship management suite that facilitates enhanced consumer engagement. By enabling retailers to accept credit card payments via a mobile wallet before product pickup, Showcase Gig enhances the shopping experience, allowing for a seamless integration of technology in retail environments.

Safie

Venture Round in 2019
Safie is a technology company that specializes in cloud-based video asset management. It offers a platform that enables users to manage and integrate video content from various sources, including security cameras and IoT devices, for applications in security and surveillance, corporate operations, and marketing. Safie's primary business is the development and operation of this video-recording platform.

S.RIDE

Seed Round in 2019
S.RIDE is an online ride-hailing platform based in Japan that aims to enhance the commuting experience for users by providing a comfortable and reliable transportation option. The platform enables users to easily hail the nearest taxi from a variety of taxi operators through a simple swipe on their smartphones. By offering access to a convenient network of transportation at all times, S.RIDE caters to the needs of commuters, ensuring they can find quality travel solutions whenever required.

Mazrica

Venture Round in 2019
Mazrica, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015 that specializes in designing and developing an online business support platform. The company focuses on enhancing organizational performance through its product, "Senses," which integrates sales force automation and customer relationship management functionalities. This platform allows users to effectively manage sales opportunities and centralize information, while also providing consulting and training services to improve sales processes. By leveraging artificial intelligence, Mazrica aims to enhance organizational intelligence and address common challenges in personalization. The company's overarching goal is to foster a more free, creative, and fulfilling work environment for its clients.

toBe marketing

Venture Round in 2019
ToBe Marketing Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based information technology company founded in 2015, specializing in client management systems and marketing automation. The company offers consulting services to help businesses integrate marketing technology with customer relationship management, aiming to enhance engagement between companies and their customers. ToBe Marketing provides a suite of tools that support various marketing and sales operations, including social media collaboration, email distribution, and salesforce integration. By focusing on the effective use of digital technology, ToBe Marketing empowers clients to improve their marketing outcomes and drive sales growth.

PARONYM

Venture Round in 2019
Paronym Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016. It specializes in designing and developing TIG, an interactive video technology platform that allows users to engage with video content by touching objects within the video to access additional information. This platform connects viewers to various details about wedding venues, restaurants, and associated businesses, enhancing their understanding of the content. Paronym offers a range of services, including TIG live for streaming events, TIG commerce for integrated shopping experiences, TIG branch for customizable video interactions, and TIG learning for educational purposes. Additionally, it provides solutions for fashion shows, advertising, and offline information access, covering sectors such as apparel, real estate, entertainment, and sports.

Solairo

Series A in 2019
Solairo, Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and offering an integrated fashion coordinate application and e-commerce portal known as "PRIMODE." The company focuses on enhancing the online shopping experience through its customer service solutions, which include an AI-powered chat management platform. This platform features an automatic response system that engages with customers via chat and analyzes chat log data to provide insights into customer behavior. By leveraging these capabilities, Solairo aims to improve purchasing rates and increase the lifetime value of customers for businesses utilizing its services.

VDOO

Series B in 2019
Vdoo is a company specializing in product security, offering an automated platform designed to provide comprehensive protection for software products. Founded in 2017 by experienced cybersecurity professionals, Vdoo enables organizations to identify, prioritize, and address a wide array of security challenges, including vulnerabilities in third-party software, embedded malware, configuration risks, and compliance issues. The platform streamlines the efforts of development and security teams, reducing the time and resources needed to maintain optimal product security. With a global presence that includes offices in Israel, the United States, Germany, Singapore, and Japan, Vdoo serves numerous Fortune 500 clients across various industries, emphasizing its commitment to enhancing security diligence in product development.

QD Laser

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2006, QD Laser specializes in manufacturing quantum dot semiconductor lasers and wafers for various applications such as communications, industrial processing, and medical imaging. Its product portfolio includes picosecond lasers for precision machining, color-specific lasers for biological sciences, laser arrays for silicon optical circuits, and broadband gain chips for ophthalmic testing. Headquartered in Kawasaki, Japan, the company serves diverse industries including telecommunications, manufacturing, medicine, and consumer products.

AIQ

Seed Round in 2019
AIQ Corporation, established in 2017 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing an online platform that focuses on the planning, development, and sales of artificial intelligence and software technologies. The company's platform is designed to visualize and analyze market insights using profiling AI, helping to identify potential customers with high lifetime value (LTV). Additionally, AIQ offers services such as customer satisfaction surveys and investigates customer attributes in research and development, as well as marketing fields.

Toreta

Venture Round in 2018
Toreta, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in developing a mobile application for restaurant reservation management. The application automates the recording of reservation conversations with customers and generates customer ledgers based on this information. It allows restaurants to accept reservations online at any time, enhancing operational efficiency. In addition to its core reservation system, Toreta has expanded its services to include mobile order capabilities and an AI-based reservation reception service, enabling users to check table availability at participating restaurants.

Space Market

Venture Round in 2018
Space Market is an online platform based in Japan that enables the rental of unused or idle spaces for various purposes. Established in 2014, the company provides a marketplace where users can search for and reserve venues for events such as parties, business meetings, shooting and recording sessions, sports activities, and educational classes. The platform includes an app that facilitates easy access to available spaces. In addition to domestic offerings, Space Market also allows for the rental of spaces in overseas locations, including off-season ballparks and wedding halls. By connecting space owners with individuals and organizations in need of venues, Space Market effectively promotes the efficient use of resources in the real estate market.

Alphaus

Series B in 2018
Alphaus, Inc. is a technology company specializing in cloud application lifecycle management and automation solutions, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Originally known as Mobingi K.K., the company rebranded in September 2019. Alphaus develops a range of cloud-based products, including Wave, a management solution for AWS, Ripple, a billing management tool for managed service providers and resellers, and Ocean, an application for comprehensive lifecycle management. As an AWS Advanced Technology Partner, Alphaus provides financial management tools that assist enterprises in comprehending and optimizing their cloud expenditures across platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. The company's offerings aim to simplify complex cloud operations and empower users—including business teams and developers—by providing intuitive interfaces and effective resource allocation capabilities.

QD Laser

Venture Round in 2018
Founded in 2006, QD Laser specializes in manufacturing quantum dot semiconductor lasers and wafers for various applications such as communications, industrial processing, and medical imaging. Its product portfolio includes picosecond lasers for precision machining, color-specific lasers for biological sciences, laser arrays for silicon optical circuits, and broadband gain chips for ophthalmic testing. Headquartered in Kawasaki, Japan, the company serves diverse industries including telecommunications, manufacturing, medicine, and consumer products.

Mobility Technologies

Corporate Round in 2018
Mobility Technologies provides vehicle allocation systems for taxi operators. The company offers various IT services that update the Japanese mobility industry. It also provides a “quick ride” experience by linking taxi vehicles with real-time location information and advanced dispatch logic. Mobility Technologies was established in 1977 and is based Tokyo, Japan.

JapanTaxi

Corporate Round in 2018
JapanTaxi Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in mobile application services for arranging and scheduling taxi rides in Japan. Founded in 1977, the company caters to the transportation needs of users by providing a user-friendly platform that includes a fare calculator for offline taxi rides. In addition to its core booking services, JapanTaxi offers various technological solutions such as drive recorder devices, cashless payment systems, tablets, and a data platform to enhance the customer experience. As a subsidiary of Nihon Kotsu Co., Ltd., JapanTaxi continues to innovate within the taxi service industry, making travel more accessible and efficient for its users.

PARONYM

Venture Round in 2018
Paronym Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2016. It specializes in designing and developing TIG, an interactive video technology platform that allows users to engage with video content by touching objects within the video to access additional information. This platform connects viewers to various details about wedding venues, restaurants, and associated businesses, enhancing their understanding of the content. Paronym offers a range of services, including TIG live for streaming events, TIG commerce for integrated shopping experiences, TIG branch for customizable video interactions, and TIG learning for educational purposes. Additionally, it provides solutions for fashion shows, advertising, and offline information access, covering sectors such as apparel, real estate, entertainment, and sports.

Ookami

Series B in 2018
Ookami Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing sporting entertainment solutions. The company's primary focus is on integrating social, sports, and new media technology to enhance community engagement. Ookami has developed Player!, a social sports entertainment platform that enables users to follow their favorite teams across various sports categories, join fan communities, and receive real-time game updates. This platform aims to create new value in the sports industry by harmonizing individual experiences with advanced IT technology.

DennoKotsu

Series A in 2018
DennoKotsu Inc. is a Japanese company based in Tokushima, established in 2015, that specializes in the development and provision of cloud-based taxi dispatch systems. The company operates call centers for taxi companies, offering a contract dispatch service that streamlines operations for multiple operators. Its platform is designed to enhance dispatch efficiency by providing drivers with navigation maps through vehicle-mounted tablets. DennoKotsu's solutions aim to improve regional transportation services, delivering cost-effective and customized dispatch systems that cater to the evolving needs of the taxi industry.

Cyber Security Cloud

Venture Round in 2018
Cyber Security Cloud provides AI-powered web security services in Japan, including Shadankun, a web security service that detects and blocks cyber-attacks on websites and web servers, and WafCharm, which automates AWS WAF rules using AI and big data. It also offers Cyber Security Cloud Managed Rules for AWS WAF. The company engages in cyber-attack research and analysis and pursues research and development in AI technology. Founded in 2010, it is headquartered in Tokyo.

Glad Cube

Venture Round in 2018
Glad Cube is an Osaka-based advertising and digital marketing company that manages listing, DSP, and social ads, provides social media marketing support, and offers website creation and site-improvement consulting. Its products include SiTest for site analysis, FasTest for no-code page-speed optimization, and SPAIA and SPAIA Horse Racing for AI-powered sports predictions and media. The company operates two segments: Marketing DX Business, which covers internet advertising, content creation, site analysis, and consulting, and Technology Business, which runs in-house media operations for SPAIA and AI-based baseball predictions.

Libry

Venture Round in 2018
Libry, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in developing an internet-based information management platform tailored for the education sector. The company focuses on digitizing teaching materials for schools and high school students, offering a platform that enhances the efficiency of self-study by transforming traditional textbooks and workbooks into digital formats compatible with computers and tablets. In addition to learning content distribution, Libry provides services for event planning aimed at university students and develops educational support software, all designed to facilitate smarter learning and improve educational outcomes.

Authlete

Seed Round in 2018
Authlete provides a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform for implementing API security features such as OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect. It enables businesses across various industries to quickly integrate these essential security measures into their services.

TRUNK

Venture Round in 2018
Founded in Japan in 2014, TRUNK offers a monthly personal storage service. Customers can apply via app or web platform, store goods, and engage in buying/selling items stored by others. Additionally, TRUNK operates advertising agency and design work businesses.

Xica

Series C in 2018
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2012, Xica specializes in applied data science. It offers MAGELLAN, Japan's leading Marketing Mix Modeling tool, supporting over 200 major brands. The company automates, visualizes, and optimizes both offline and online marketing effectiveness.

Candee

Series B in 2017
Candee Inc. is a Tokyo-based production company founded in 2015 that specializes in online video production and talent management. The company provides a range of services, including advertising, video editing, branding, content creation, public relations, and digital marketing. Through its online platform, Candee produces advertising and media videos, focusing particularly on mobile content, which allows businesses to effectively advertise and manage talent in the digital space.

Phone Appli

Venture Round in 2017
Phone Appli Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2008 that specializes in developing cloud-based communication solutions for businesses. Its flagship product, the PhoneAppli Collaboration Directory, allows secure access to both corporate and personal contacts across various devices, facilitating seamless communication through mail, phone, chat, or web meetings. The company also offers PhoneAppli EZDX, a video conferencing software tailored for Cisco devices, and PhoneAppli Dial Pickup, which enables users to receive calls at remote locations using different types of phones. Additional offerings include PhoneAppli Dial Control for managing call transfers and connections, a simultaneous broadcast system for multiple address forwarding, and an IM archive for logging chat data. Phone Appli's diverse range of services aims to enhance organizational efficiency by connecting individuals and devices through innovative collaboration tools. As of August 31, 2018, the company operates as a subsidiary of NTT Communications Corporation.

GA Technologies Japan

Venture Round in 2017
GA Technologies Japan offers real estate platform operation, rental property management, renovation planning and design, and other services.

MONEY DESIGN

Venture Round in 2017
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.

EduLab

Corporate Round in 2017
EduLab, Inc., established in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the research and development of academic ability measurement technologies and educational tools both domestically and internationally. The company focuses on providing test and study services tailored for language learning institutions, including universities, private companies, and individual learners. Its offerings include Einavi! and StudyGear, online platforms designed to aid learners in preparing for practical English proficiency tests. EduLab also develops Eiken Jr., a language education and testing program for young children, alongside various English proficiency assessments such as TEAP CBT and CASEC, which utilize advanced testing technologies. Furthermore, EduLab offers speaking test systems and support for group enrollment and payment solutions related to the Eiken program. The company is committed to advancing the field of education technology and enhancing school management systems through innovative IT solutions.

Auth0

Series C in 2017
Auth0, Inc. is a cloud-based identity platform that specializes in providing authentication and authorization solutions for developers and security professionals. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the company offers a comprehensive suite of APIs and tools that streamline the process of user authentication across various applications and platforms. The platform supports single sign-on capabilities, allowing users to authenticate via multiple identity providers while enabling developers to customize the authentication pipeline. Auth0's services also include multi-factor authentication and passwordless login options, enhancing security and user experience. Additionally, the company offers Auth0 Signals, a set of threat intelligence tools designed to protect against identity attacks by leveraging information from the dark web. With a global presence that includes offices in London, Singapore, Buenos Aires, Sydney, and Tokyo, Auth0 serves a diverse clientele, ranging from startups to large enterprises.

Medley

Venture Round in 2017
Medley, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2009, specializing in recruitment and medical business platforms in Japan. The company operates through three primary segments: Recruitment Platform Business, Medical Platform Business, and New Services. Its key offerings include JobMedley, a recruitment system tailored for the medical and healthcare sectors; CLINICS Telemedicine, enabling virtual consultations between patients and medical institutions; and CLINICS, a cloud-based medical support system. Medley also provides MEDLEY, a medical information service designed to aid patients, and Kaigo-no Honne, a platform for searching nursing care facilities. Additionally, the company develops medical accounting software, thereby contributing to the healthcare industry's digital transformation. Medley aims to facilitate enhanced communication and connection between patients and healthcare providers, promoting a comprehensive understanding of medical information in society.

Genova

Venture Round in 2017
Genova is a Tokyo-based technology solutions company serving the medical sector. Founded in 2005 by Tomoki Hirase, it provides technology development services for medical faculties, and supports the medical industry with marketing, branding, quality assurance, recruiting, and operational services through its partner brands. The company also operates a medical information platform and related clinic services, including the sale of automated reception and payment devices to clinics. It organizes its activities into two business lines: Medical Platform Business, which runs an online health information site and helps patients find a suitable family doctor, and the Smart Clinic Project, which develops services aimed at improving convenience and efficiency of clinic processes. Genova focuses on delivering integrated solutions that connect information, patient engagement, and clinic operations.

LocationValue

Corporate Round in 2017
LocationValue Co., Ltd., founded in 2005 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing internet services for cellular phones. The company focuses on the development and sales of sales promotion systems and applications that leverage smartphone technology. In addition to its core offerings, LocationValue also provides IT consulting services, including the development of custom web and mobile applications, software product management, and sales intelligence solutions. These services aim to help businesses enhance their IT operations and improve customer engagement in a cost-effective manner.

Toreta

Series D in 2016
Toreta, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in developing a mobile application for restaurant reservation management. The application automates the recording of reservation conversations with customers and generates customer ledgers based on this information. It allows restaurants to accept reservations online at any time, enhancing operational efficiency. In addition to its core reservation system, Toreta has expanded its services to include mobile order capabilities and an AI-based reservation reception service, enabling users to check table availability at participating restaurants.

Vegetalia

Venture Round in 2016
Vegetalia, Inc. is an agricultural technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2010. The company specializes in developing and marketing measurement monitoring systems and cloud-based application solutions tailored for the agricultural industry. Its flagship products include FieldServer, which integrates field sensors with web and mobile applications for outdoor monitoring, and PaddyWatch, a water management system specifically designed for rice cultivation. Additionally, Vegetalia offers agri-note, a cloud service that supports field management and work analysis. The company employs IoT technology and data analytics to optimize farming practices, enabling agricultural professionals and farmers to efficiently monitor and manage their fields. Vegetalia also operates plant clinics, further enhancing its commitment to sustainable agricultural practices.

SundaySky

Series D in 2016
SundaySky Ltd. is a provider of dynamically generated video solutions tailored for e-businesses and online retailers, aimed at enhancing brand presence and driving website traffic. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Tel Aviv and Tokyo, the company utilizes a Software-as-a-Service platform that creates high-quality, personalized video content from existing web data. SundaySky's offerings include SmartVideo, a marketing cloud that produces billions of personalized video experiences annually, and Videolet, a versatile video template generator. The firm also employs a proprietary XML-based markup language for multimedia synchronization and InstantStreaming technology for immediate video delivery. By focusing on personalized video engagement, SundaySky helps brands transform consumer interactions into meaningful experiences that foster loyalty and drive measurable value.

Expway

Venture Round in 2016
Expway SA is a leading provider of wireless multicast solutions, specializing in LTE broadcast services. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Paris, France, with additional offices in North America, South Korea, Japan, and China, the company develops a range of products aimed at network operators, mobile carriers, device manufacturers, and application developers. Its offerings include Expway Middleware, which enables devices to access LTE broadcast for streaming video content, and the Expway Broadcast Multicast Service Center, a server that facilitates simultaneous high-quality content delivery to numerous subscribers. The company also provides tools such as the Expway Broadcast Provisioning Manager for managing LTE broadcasting services, as well as compact platforms for proof-of-concept and lab evaluations. Expway's innovative solutions support the growing demand for mobile broadcasting, positioning the company at the forefront of the mobile video market.

Good Cycle System

Venture Round in 2016
Good Cycle System Inc. is a pharmaceutical technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in electronic drug history systems. The firm develops smart medication history solutions that support pharmacies by providing users with clear medication instructions. Its platform is designed to track medical records, record medication histories, and contribute valuable information to a comprehensive portal of pharmaceutical products. Additionally, the system analyzes medical bills and prescriptions, securely storing all data in cloud storage while recommending clinics and doctors to clients. This comprehensive approach enables individuals to maintain their medical history records effectively and safely.

Kaizen Platform

Series B in 2016
Founded in 2013, Kaizen Platform Inc. offers a digital marketing platform enabling brands, agencies, and freelancers to collaborate on creating and testing customer journey experiences across mobile, social media, display ads, and landing pages. Serving sectors like retail, finance, travel, and tech, the company combines multichannel marketing software with a cloud of designers and copywriters for improved performance.

Eltes

Venture Round in 2015
Eltes Co Ltd is a company based in Japan that specializes in big data analysis with a focus on risk detection. It offers consultation services that leverage digital risk technology to protect large databases and storage systems. Eltes provides internal fraud detection services aimed at preventing information security breaches caused by internal factors, as well as solutions for detecting and diagnosing security breaches stemming from external threats. Through its innovative approach to risk management, Eltes addresses critical security challenges for organizations by ensuring the integrity and safety of their data.

SORACOM

Series A in 2015
SORACOM is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing an Internet of Things (IoT) platform designed to facilitate data communication for IoT and M2M (machine-to-machine) devices. The platform leverages scalable cloud technologies running on Amazon Web Services, enabling IoT solution developers to efficiently deploy and enhance their services while accommodating a variety of needs through flexible and customizable options. SORACOM enhances the security and reliability of data transfer across numerous devices and custom protocols, significantly reducing both time-to-market and costs associated with IoT services. Key offerings include SORACOM Air, which provides mobile data communication for IoT devices through its "Air SIM," allowing users to manage settings and monitor data traffic via a web console or API. Additionally, SORACOM Beam enables secure offloading of data from IoT devices to the cloud, ensuring high encryption and remote management capabilities without direct Internet exposure. Since its official launch in September 2015, SORACOM has positioned itself as a comprehensive provider of IoT solutions.

Fringe81

Seed Round in 2015
Fringe81 Co, Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in internet advertising technology and human resources solutions. Founded in 2012, the company provides a range of services designed to enhance advertising efficiency and effectiveness. Its offerings include Unipos, a platform that facilitates peer bonuses to promote employee recognition, and the docomo Ad Network, which leverages real-time data processing for optimized advertising on mobile platforms. Additionally, Fringe81 offers digitalice for measuring video advertisements, Columva, a tool for streamlining ad operations, and TagKnight, a service for managing and testing advertising tags. The company also supports smartphone media monetization and provides consulting services in advertisement planning and operations. As a subsidiary of Fringe81 Holdings Co., Ltd., it continues to innovate within the internet-related business landscape.

SuRaLa Net

Venture Round in 2015
SuRaLa Net Co.,Ltd., founded in 2008 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in delivering educational services primarily through e-learning platforms both domestically and internationally. The company also offers operational consulting, marketing promotion, and website management services. SuRaLa Net is a subsidiary of FC Education Inc.

Jeplan

Corporate Round in 2015
Jeplan, Inc. is a Japanese company specializing in recycling technologies and systems aimed at promoting sustainable practices. Founded in January 2007 and based in Tokyo, it develops innovative solutions that cater to diverse consumer needs. The company utilizes proprietary chemical recycling technology to transform waste materials, such as food packaging and plastic PET bottles, into recycled polyethylene terephthalate (r-PET) resin and Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl) terephthalate (r-BHET) resin. These recycled materials are then used in the manufacturing of various products, including PET bottles and textiles. In addition to its technological advancements, Jeplan is involved in promoting the recycling of used uniforms and offers consulting services to businesses looking to implement recycling initiatives. Through its efforts, Jeplan aims to enhance recycling efficiency and contribute to environmental sustainability.

ABEJA

Series A in 2014
ABEJA, Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2012, specializing in artificial intelligence software designed for retailers and manufacturers. Based in Minato-Ku, the company integrates advanced technologies such as IoT, big data, and deep learning into its platform, enabling sophisticated data analysis and operational automation. ABEJA's services encompass the entire pipeline of machine learning and deep learning, from data generation and collection to processing, analysis, and AI modeling. The company's solutions are tailored to meet the specific needs of various industries, particularly in retail, manufacturing, and infrastructure, facilitating digital transformation through continuous and stable operations.

Dank1

Venture Round in 2014
Dank1, officially registered as DanKichi Ltd., is a company based in Osaka, Japan, that specializes in developing a mobile application for sports coaching. Founded on February 14, 2013, the company offers a platform where users can take online sports and dance lessons at their convenience, free from the constraints of traditional scheduling. Through its innovative app, Dank1 aims to facilitate skill development in various sports and dance disciplines, making quality coaching accessible anytime and anywhere.

ABEJA

Seed Round in 2014
ABEJA, Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2012, specializing in artificial intelligence software designed for retailers and manufacturers. Based in Minato-Ku, the company integrates advanced technologies such as IoT, big data, and deep learning into its platform, enabling sophisticated data analysis and operational automation. ABEJA's services encompass the entire pipeline of machine learning and deep learning, from data generation and collection to processing, analysis, and AI modeling. The company's solutions are tailored to meet the specific needs of various industries, particularly in retail, manufacturing, and infrastructure, facilitating digital transformation through continuous and stable operations.

Eltes

Venture Round in 2014
Eltes Co Ltd is a company based in Japan that specializes in big data analysis with a focus on risk detection. It offers consultation services that leverage digital risk technology to protect large databases and storage systems. Eltes provides internal fraud detection services aimed at preventing information security breaches caused by internal factors, as well as solutions for detecting and diagnosing security breaches stemming from external threats. Through its innovative approach to risk management, Eltes addresses critical security challenges for organizations by ensuring the integrity and safety of their data.

Normee

Venture Round in 2014
Normee Limited, established in Tokyo, Japan on February 1, 2005, specializes in developing palm recognition technology for user identification and smartphone unlocking. The company's core product is a vein authentication system that utilizes the built-in camera of smartphones or tablets to detect unique palm patterns, offering accurate biometric security solutions. Normee aims to facilitate hybrid biometric authentication tailored to different operating environments.

Timers

Venture Round in 2013
Timers Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that develops a variety of mobile applications catering to different social needs. Their flagship product, 'Pairy', is a social networking application specifically designed for couples, fostering connection and interaction. Additionally, Timers offers applications aimed at singles for matchmaking purposes. The company also provides a family-oriented application that enables users to create monthly calendars and photo albums for child-rearing families, allowing them to share memories and strengthen family bonds. Through these diverse offerings, Timers Inc. seeks to enhance social engagement and familial relationships.

Aratana

Venture Round in 2013
Aratana is a Japanese company specializing in e-commerce services, founded in 2007. It has served over 4,000 partners by providing web-based e-commerce applications tailored for smartphones. The company focuses on enhancing the shopping experience through technologies such as social mapping, geo-location, and augmented reality. Aratana aims to make global shopping more convenient and enjoyable by expanding its expertise in e-commerce technology and support capabilities.

Nihon Ultmarc

Acquisition in 2013
Nihon Ultmarc Inc., founded in 1962 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in medical database and clinical research services. The company serves pharmaceutical companies by offering comprehensive data collection, arrangement, and analysis. Its services are designed to support pharmaceutical and medical personnel by providing access to a wide range of medical information. As of April 1, 2019, Nihon Ultmarc operates as a subsidiary of M3, Inc.

Arara

Venture Round in 2013
Arara Inc. is a technology solutions provider based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2006. The company specializes in developing and delivering a range of services, including customer relationship management (CRM) solutions that incorporate reward points and e-money features. Additionally, Arara offers data security solutions, augmented reality services, and QR code-related services such as code readers and management tools. The company also develops blockchain solutions and manages high-speed email delivery services through its messaging platform. Arara aims to enhance user experience by leveraging innovative ideas and technologies to create convenient and enjoyable services for its customers.

IID

Venture Round in 2013
IID, Inc. is a diversified company based in Tokyo, Japan, that operates in the media, research, and media commerce sectors. It manages a variety of content across 20 genres through 47 websites and five magazines, covering topics such as information technology, automotive, education, entertainment, and lifestyle. The company specializes in marketing research and consulting services, offering both quantitative and qualitative analysis, including overseas investigations and consumer behavior insights. Additionally, IID provides an application service provider (ASP) system for e-commerce operators and IT infrastructure services, including private cloud solutions for its clients. Originally founded as IRI Commerce & Technology Inc. in 1990, the company rebranded to IID, Inc. in June 2010.

Retty

Series A in 2012
Retty Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2010, operates a gourmet platform named Retty. This platform specializes in providing information about restaurants across Japan, with a focus on user-generated reviews and recommendations. It facilitates users to search for dining options based on store details and offers a social aspect by allowing individuals to share their restaurant experiences or plans with friends, making decision-making easier.

Agile Media Network

Venture Round in 2012
Agile Media Network Inc. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in conversational marketing and advertisement distribution in Japan. Founded in 2007, it operates as an advertising network and blog marketing firm, partnering with prominent blogs and social media platforms to deliver effective marketing solutions. The company is recognized for its comprehensive services, including managing banner ad sales, organizing large-scale blogger meetings, and hosting web industry events. One notable event was WISH 2009, which showcased startups and attracted over 400 attendees. Agile Media Network is one of the largest companies of its kind in Japan, providing innovative marketing services that leverage the Internet and digital platforms.

Royal Gate

Venture Round in 2011
Royal Gate Inc., established in 2007 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing software applications for mobile credit card transactions. Its flagship product, PAYGATE(R), is a business-to-business smart device payment platform. The company also provides IT solutions and consulting services. As of 2018, Royal Gate operates as a subsidiary of Daiwa House Industry Co., Ltd.

gumi

Venture Round in 2011
gumi Inc. is a Japan-based entertainment company that specializes in developing, operating, and distributing online games for mobile devices. Founded in 2007 by CEO Hironao Kunimitsu, gumi has expanded its presence internationally, with multiple subsidiaries across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company provides a diverse range of services, including native application development, browser-based gaming, and game localization for third-party content. In addition to its core gaming business, gumi is actively involved in the blockchain sector and explores emerging technologies within the XR space, encompassing virtual, augmented, and mixed reality. Headquartered in Tokyo, gumi aims to deliver engaging gaming experiences while maintaining a creative and passionate approach to content development.

Cerego

Venture Round in 2009
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2000, Cerego is a global online language learning service provider. It offers an adaptive learning platform powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, designed to enhance the learning experience for individuals worldwide.

FueTrek

Corporate Round in 2004
FueTrek Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company specializing in advanced speech technologies, including speech recognition, speech dialogue, speech synthesis, and machine translation solutions. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Osaka, FueTrek offers a range of products such as vGate ASR for speech recognition, vGate TTS for speech synthesis, and vGate Talk2Me for interactive dialogue systems. The company's offerings also include a speech translation system and Dictation Editor, a transcription software. Additionally, FueTrek provides various solutions for customer relationship management, imaging production, and inbound tourism services. Its technologies cater to diverse sectors, including automotive telematics, smart home devices, manufacturing logistics, and marketing. FueTrek's commitment to enhancing communication efficiency positions it as a key player in the speech technology market.
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