SBI Investment

SBI Investment Co., Ltd. is an investment arm of SBI Holdings, Inc. specializing in venture capital and growth capital investment. It primarily invests in the field of information technology, bio-life science, fitech, healthcare, environment, communication services, consumer discretionary and energy and other sectors that have growth potential. The firm seeks to invest in China and Southeast Asia. It prefers to exit its investment through IPO and M&A. SBI Investment Co., Ltd. was founded in June 7, 1996 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

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Vark

Series C in 2023
ActEvolve develops Blitz Freak, a multi virtual reality game. It began operation in 2017, with its headquarters in Tokyo in Japan.

Ace Turtle

Series B in 2023
Ace Turtle is a technology driven platform company enabling web influenced commerce. Our Omni-channel platform comprising of technology, logistics and customer support enables Brands and Retailers to improve the post click commerce experience of their customers. It integrates online and offline retail channels enabling automated Omni-channel fulfilment. Ace Turtle is headquartered in Bangalore, India.

Helical Fusion

Seed Round in 2023
Helical Fusion is a startup focused on the commercialization of fusion energy by utilizing magnetic confinement of high-temperature plasmas. The company develops helical fusion reactors that employ a superconducting helical coil with a double helix structure, akin to DNA, to stably confine plasma. This innovative approach aims to generate sustainable energy, contributing to a zero-carbon future. By harnessing fusion energy, Helical Fusion seeks to help society decrease its reliance on fossil fuels, such as oil and natural gas, thus promoting a more sustainable energy landscape.

Habito

Venture Round in 2022
Habito Ltd. operates an online mortgage brokerage platform that enables individuals to find and apply for optimal mortgage deals. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, the company offers a service known as Habito Plus, which consolidates mortgage applications, conveyancing needs, and surveys into a single solution. Additionally, Habito provides a proprietary broker portal that grants over 3,000 external brokers exclusive access to its own buy-to-let mortgage products and Instant Decision technology. The firm is focused on developing a range of innovative residential mortgage products tailored for various types of homeowners, enhancing the overall homebuying experience.

Pretia

Venture Round in 2022
Pretia Technologies, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the design and development of augmented reality gaming software. Founded in 2014, Pretia focuses on creating innovative gaming experiences that integrate augmented reality technology. In addition to its gaming software, the company is involved in planning, development, and operation of internet services, positioning itself at the intersection of entertainment and technology.

Ambr

Series A in 2022
Ambr is a virtual world where users can access through a VR device an play in various virtual spaces with other users. Users can access Ambr as an avatar. There are different avatars in the Ambr world, such as warriors, wizards, animals, and monsters. New avatars can also be acquired within Ambr. Users can explore and enjoy different virtual spaces that do not exist in the real world, such as Skyland, cyberspace, and toontown. It also has mini-games that allow users to play together. Ambr was founded in August 2018 and is headquartered in Japan.

Arzooo

Series B in 2022
Arzooo is a Retail Tech company founded by former Flipkart employees and IIT Kharagpur alumni. It focuses on empowering brick-and-mortar retailers through its innovative "Go Store" platform, which integrates over 300,000 retail stores across India. The company has already equipped more than 200 stores with its technology, facilitating a competitive retail environment. Arzooo's platform allows partner stores to offer a wide selection of electronic goods, including televisions, refrigerators, and kitchen appliances, without the need for significant inventory investment. By utilizing a reverse auction-based e-commerce model, retailers can provide attractive pricing and payment solutions, enhancing sales conversion and expanding their product categories. As it continues to grow, Arzooo aims to strengthen the retail ecosystem by connecting traditional stores with modern technology.

Peckwater Brands

Series A in 2022
Peckwater Brands is a provider of delivery franchises to kitchen operators. The company provides existing kitchen operators with fully-serviced food concepts which include branding, platform listings, suppliers, recipes, packaging, staff training, and technology. It was founded in 2019 in London, England.

Token

Series C in 2022
Token, Inc. specializes in providing hosted digital payment solutions designed for banks, payment service providers, merchants, and developers. The company offers a range of products, including Token Connect, which enables banks and developers to create customer-centric services, and Token PSD2, a compliance-focused SaaS solution that facilitates open banking opportunities. Token BankPay allows payment service providers and merchants to leverage new open banking payment systems emerging in Europe. As a leading open banking infrastructure provider, Token aims to facilitate the transition from card-based payments to direct bank payments, enhancing connectivity and compliance across the financial landscape. With access to over 3,000 banks across Europe, Token supports innovation in digital financial services while ensuring security and regulatory adherence. Incorporated in 2015 and headquartered in Gardner, Kansas, Token is authorized by the FCA in the UK and holds passporting rights in 20 additional countries.

OnePort 365

Seed Round in 2022
Oneport 365 is a B2B digital freight forwarding platform offering simplified, all-inclusive, and transparent freight forwarding services driven by technology.

Terra Drone

Series B in 2022
Terra Drone is a drone and software manufacturer, based in Tokyo. By using drone, Terra Drone also delivers civil engineering surveying services for construction companies and analyzes data. With a wide range of usecase of drone, Terra Drone also helps companies to carry out inspection of complex job sites, such as those in construction, oil and gas extraction, agriculture.

Apollo Agriculture

Series B in 2022
Apollo Agriculture, founded in 2015 and based in Nairobi, Kenya, focuses on providing financial and technical support to smallholder farmers in emerging markets. The company offers farming loans to help farmers purchase essential inputs such as fertilizer, seeds, and crop insurance, along with access to expert consultations via mobile technology. By utilizing agronomic machine learning and remote sensing, Apollo tailors its services to individual farmers, assessing credit risk and customizing packages based on satellite and soil data, as well as crop yield models. This approach not only enhances the effectiveness of farming practices but also aims to significantly increase yields and profits for farmers.

Biorchestra

Series C in 2022
Developer of ribonucleic acid-based therapeutics intended to treat neurodegenerative diseases. The company's therapeutics include candidates for Alzheimer's disease, m-ribonucleic acid vaccine and drug delivery systems for ribonucleic acid candidates, enabling doctors to improve the health of humankind.

AlgoTrader

Series B in 2022
AlgoTrader AG specializes in developing algorithmic trading software tailored for quantitative hedge funds, enabling the automation of trading strategies across equity, foreign exchange, and derivatives markets. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Zürich, Switzerland, AlgoTrader offers a comprehensive suite of tools that includes a user interface, reporting capabilities, automated cryptocurrency trading, order management, execution, and strategy development. The platform supports both traditional and crypto finance, allowing firms to conduct quantitative research, develop trading strategies, back-test them, and execute trades automatically. Recognized for being the first advanced software to facilitate automated trading of digital assets, AlgoTrader caters to a global client base from its offices in Zurich, New York, and Singapore.

Biofidelity

Series A in 2022
Biofidelity developed a revolutionary molecular diagnostic assay that enables the rapid detection of target DNA sequences. Biofidelity’s mission is to improve and extend patients’ lives by enabling early detection of disease and better targeting of treatments with applications spanning oncology, prenatal testing, infectious disease, and organ transplant monitoring. Biofidelity was founded in 2019 and is headquartered of Cambridge, England.

manebi Japan

Venture Round in 2021
manebi is an Career development support platform business to support human transformation.

KORTUC

Venture Round in 2021
KORTUC specializes in developing innovative radiosensitizers aimed at improving the effectiveness of cancer radiation therapy. The company focuses on hydrogen peroxide-based drugs that are administered through prefilled syringes, injected directly into tumors prior to radiotherapy. This method targets hypoxic tumors, making them more responsive to radiation by inactivating antioxidative enzymes. By enhancing the efficacy of radiation treatment, KORTUC aims to provide medical professionals with better tools to manage and control tumor growth, ultimately improving patient outcomes in cancer therapy.

Mono

Series A in 2021
Mono is a financial data infrastructure company based in Nigeria, founded in 2020. It develops an application programming interface (API) platform that enables digital businesses in Africa to access customers' financial and identity data. Mono's services include generating bank statements, verifying account details, initiating payments, and conducting credit checks. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including fintech firms such as Carbon, Flutterwave, Indicina, and Renmoney, as well as various developers. Through its innovative platform, Mono aims to enhance financial accessibility and streamline transactions for businesses across the continent.

GAIA BioMedicine

Series B in 2021
GAIA BioMedicine Inc. engages in the development of regenerative medicine products. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan.

Open

Series C in 2021
Open develops and offers an online platform for banking and intercompany settlement. It offers digital banking service for startups and small and medium enterprises that offer digital bank accounts that includes a current account packed with tools for bookkeeping, invoices, moving money, and accessing credit. Open's application programming interface platform lets financial institutions integrate banking and payments into their applications and accounting systems. Anish Achuthan founded it in 2017, with its headquarters in Bengaluru in India.

mfine

Series C in 2021
Mfine is an health-tech startup that offers an AI-powered online doctor consultation app. Their doctors have access to a proprietary Assistive Intelligence platform that can analyze the symptoms and deliver accurate prognosis for the specialist to assess patients. This means, the doctor knows about patients' condition even before they’ve seen them, making the diagnosis quicker and sharper. Mfine aims to make access to trusted healthcare simple, fast and proactive. With a combination of new-age technology and partnerships with best in class hospitals/clinics, they designed mfine keeping consumer experience at its core. Mfine brings in instant and continuous connectivity with top doctors of the best hospitals. It uses cutting edge technology to keep track of your health parameters and keep all your health data in your control and easily accessible. Digital wearable devices, mobile app, and at-home services bring in the much-needed convenience and speed in getting you the right care when you need it. Mfine was founded in 2017 and is based in Bengaluru.

CADDi

Series B in 2021
Caddi, Inc. provides technology solutions to the manufacturing sector in Japan. It engages in management of order placement. The company is based in Tokyo, Japan.

XREX

Seed Round in 2021
XREX Inc. provides blockchain services. It offers XREX Crypto Services (XCS), a stack of PaaS and SaaS offerings for organizations that are building and running crypto markets (spots, futures, options), market-making, banking, custodial services, wallets, clearance and settlement proxies, payment gateways, value transmission services, and decentralized applications. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Taipei, Taiwan.was founded in 2019 and is based in Taipei, Taiwan.

Molcure

Series C in 2021
MOLCURE, Inc. develops systems and technologies that enable pharmaceutical companies (developing antibody drugs) to identify antibody candidates. It offers Abtracer, an antibody sequence screening system to detect antibodies; and SmartLabModule, an IoT platform for science. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

ispace, inc.

Series C in 2021
ispace, inc. engages in developing networked micro robots for building detailed maps of available resources in the space. It develops micro-robots to create and support daily existence of humans in space. The company is based in Tokyo, Japan.

FlowAccount

Series A in 2021
Flowaccount Co., Ltd. develops a cloud accounting software for small businesses in Thailand. It creates and sends professional invoices, track payments, and collaborates with partners. The company is based in Bangkok, Thailand.

Kuda

Series B in 2021
Kuda Microfinance Bank Limited, founded in 2018, operates as a digital-only bank in Nigeria, focusing on providing accessible banking services. The company offers a range of financial products, including savings accounts, money transfers, checking accounts, and debit cards, all through a user-friendly online banking platform and a mobile banking application. With a mission to make banking affordable and rewarding for all Africans, Kuda has positioned itself as a no-fee banking alternative, aiming to enhance financial inclusion in the region. Headquartered in London, Kuda also maintains an office in Lagos, Nigeria, reflecting its commitment to serving the Nigerian market.

BabyQuip

Seed Round in 2021
BabyQuip, Inc. own and operates a multi-state online baby equipment rental platform for traveling families. The platform allows the user to pick out and rent baby equipment. The products rented include cribs, strollers, car seats, toys, and books. It serves families at hotels and resorts. BabyQuip, Inc. was formerly known as Babierge, Inc. and changed its name to BabyQuip, Inc. in July 2018. BabyQuip, Inc. was incorporated in 2016 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Qwist

Series A in 2021
finleap connect addresses the fragmented open banking landscape with a “full-stack” platform. It enables partners to access financial transactions, enrich the transactions with data & analytics tools, and ultimately deliver seamless digitized financial services to customers. finleap connect has the unique ability to tap into category leaders founded in the finleap ecosystem, including Solarisbank, ELEMENT and Elinvar, driving additional value to partners. The company is a regulated payment institution under the Payment Services Supervision Act (Zahlungsdiensteaufsichtsgesetz – ZAG) with offices in Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Milan, Madrid and Paris. As a business unit of finleap, finleap connect is part of the leading European fintech ecosystem, a group with 1,300 employees from more than 80 countries.

AIBIOS

Seed Round in 2021
AIBIOS has designed and developed a series of novel small molecules which modulate both the innate (macrophages) and adaptive immune system to treat therapeutic indications of Gastroenterology, Respiratory, and Neurological diseases.

WhereIsMyTransport

Series A in 2021
WhereIsMyTransport Ltd is an information technology company that focuses on urban transportation solutions through its mobile application. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with an additional office in Cape Town, South Africa, the company specializes in collecting and providing access to public transport data across various African cities. Its big data platform enables effective data collection, access, and journey planning, assisting users in navigating public transportation systems more efficiently.

Divido

Series B in 2021
Divido is a global white label consumer lending platform for financial institutions and multinational retailers. Rapidly build new revenue streams, improve the customer experience and increase conversion by offering finance at the point-of-purchase with Divido. The platform is omnichannel, available online, in-store and via mobile, and works across multiple countries through one integration. Over 1000 partners work with Divido including Nordea Finance, BNP Paribas, BMW, Lenovo and last minute. Divido offers financial services for merchants, lenders, and intermediaries that want to offer instant new credit as a payment option to their end-consumers and corporate clients. Backed by the investors behind Skype, WorldPay, and TransferWise the company launched late 2015 and currently has 300+ partners using its platform including some of the world's well-known brands. By the end of 2017. Divido will operate in 9 countries. Divido was founded in 2014 and is based in London, England, United Kingdom

On The Slope

Series G in 2021
On the way to Sakano deliver vegetables grown without the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers, aiming to spread agriculture with low environmental impact. We want to make agriculture sustainable and reach a sustainable society.

OpenStreet

Venture Round in 2021
OpenStreet is a service that allows to use shared cycling nationwide.

Allm

Series A in 2021
Allm is a medical ICT company dedicated to shaping healthcare. The company seeks to benefit society by launching next-generation technologies and medical communications platforms for the healthcare industry. The solutions are installed more than 18 countries across US, South America, EU, Japan, Middle East and Africa.

Pipe

Venture Round in 2021
Pipe Technologies Inc. is a financing platform designed specifically for Software as a Service (SaaS) companies. Established in 2019 and headquartered in Walnut, California, Pipe enables these businesses to access immediate liquidity by converting their recurring revenues into cash. This innovative approach allows companies to receive non-dilutive financing through instant cash advances based on the total annual value of their subscription contracts, facilitating growth without the need to give up equity. Additionally, larger SaaS firms utilize Pipe's platform to provide more flexible payment options to their customers, enhancing their competitive edge in the market.

Hirotsu Bio Science

Venture Round in 2021
Hirotsu Bio Science Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on the research, development, and manufacturing of innovative cancer screening tools. Its primary product, N-Nose, is a non-invasive device that detects cancer in the early stages by analyzing urine samples. The company also operates diagnostic laboratories that provide comprehensive urine analysis reports. Founded in 2016, Hirotsu Bio Science utilizes advanced bio-diagnosis technology, including the use of nematode olfactory sensors, to enhance early cancer detection capabilities for medical practitioners.

Episode Six

Series B in 2021
Episode Six Limited develops a software platform that facilitates the design, development, issuance, and management of financial and payment products. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Central, Hong Kong, with additional offices in Tokyo, Singapore, London, and Austin, Texas, the company caters to banks, financial technology firms, retailers, and payment service providers. Episode Six's account management and transaction processing system enables financial services, e-commerce, and various enterprises to digitize their payment systems to better serve their customers. The company's technology supports both B2B and B2B2C payment solutions, offering comprehensive transaction management accessible through over 550 APIs.

XMart

Series A in 2021
XMart, Inc. develops a platform that aims at reducing the cost of operating restaurants and improving the food industry productivity. The platform works by connecting restaurants and wholesalers. The restaurants can then register their delivery slip on the platform and receive a proposed quotation. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

al+

Series G in 2021
al+ is a Personal Artificial Intelligence which reconstructs individual personalities on the cloud by analyzing life log data of individuals and their groups. Based on the analysis of individual personalities, unproductive parts of labour will be automated and alt’s operating efficiency will be maximized. al+ users can focus on more productive, creative and sophisticated work. Using this methodology, we sincerely hope to contribute to the solution of different kinds of social problems.

Mirai Chokin

Venture Round in 2021
The Company's main business is providing information to defined contribution pension (DC) members. Mirai Chokin provide meticulous operation support tailored to each customer for asset formation after retirement.

Token

Series B in 2021
Token, Inc. specializes in providing hosted digital payment solutions designed for banks, payment service providers, merchants, and developers. The company offers a range of products, including Token Connect, which enables banks and developers to create customer-centric services, and Token PSD2, a compliance-focused SaaS solution that facilitates open banking opportunities. Token BankPay allows payment service providers and merchants to leverage new open banking payment systems emerging in Europe. As a leading open banking infrastructure provider, Token aims to facilitate the transition from card-based payments to direct bank payments, enhancing connectivity and compliance across the financial landscape. With access to over 3,000 banks across Europe, Token supports innovation in digital financial services while ensuring security and regulatory adherence. Incorporated in 2015 and headquartered in Gardner, Kansas, Token is authorized by the FCA in the UK and holds passporting rights in 20 additional countries.

MICIN

Venture Round in 2021
MICIN, Inc. develops software solutions for health care companies and organizations using artificial intelligence technology. The company offers smart clinic platform application that allows users to receive doctor's prescription anytime. It also develops and offers disease management tool utilizing artificial intelligence technology for enterprises and medical institutions; machine learning and data business for private and public insurers using deep learning; and consultation recommendation program based on medical examination for companies and health insurance. It also offers consulting on management and finance of medical institutions and general corporations. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

mfine

Venture Round in 2021
Mfine is an health-tech startup that offers an AI-powered online doctor consultation app. Their doctors have access to a proprietary Assistive Intelligence platform that can analyze the symptoms and deliver accurate prognosis for the specialist to assess patients. This means, the doctor knows about patients' condition even before they’ve seen them, making the diagnosis quicker and sharper. Mfine aims to make access to trusted healthcare simple, fast and proactive. With a combination of new-age technology and partnerships with best in class hospitals/clinics, they designed mfine keeping consumer experience at its core. Mfine brings in instant and continuous connectivity with top doctors of the best hospitals. It uses cutting edge technology to keep track of your health parameters and keep all your health data in your control and easily accessible. Digital wearable devices, mobile app, and at-home services bring in the much-needed convenience and speed in getting you the right care when you need it. Mfine was founded in 2017 and is based in Bengaluru.

Waqoo

Venture Round in 2020
Waqoo is a Professional Services.

unilabo

Series B in 2020
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.

Perseus Proteomics

Venture Round in 2020
Perseus Proteomics Inc. operates as a drug discovery bio-venture company in Japan. It is involved in the antibody discovery, antibody engineering, target discovery, and functional protein expression business; and antibody research support activities comprising mouse hybridoma sequencing, recombinant protein production, and contract antibody research activities, as well as development, manufacture, and supply of antibody products. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Kuda

Seed Round in 2020
Kuda Microfinance Bank Limited, founded in 2018, operates as a digital-only bank in Nigeria, focusing on providing accessible banking services. The company offers a range of financial products, including savings accounts, money transfers, checking accounts, and debit cards, all through a user-friendly online banking platform and a mobile banking application. With a mission to make banking affordable and rewarding for all Africans, Kuda has positioned itself as a no-fee banking alternative, aiming to enhance financial inclusion in the region. Headquartered in London, Kuda also maintains an office in Lagos, Nigeria, reflecting its commitment to serving the Nigerian market.

Engate

Seed Round in 2020
Engate is A community that delivers fans' support to athletes

iMed Technologies

Venture Round in 2020
iMed Technologies is developing AI technology based assisting tool for surgical operations of treatment of brain infarction and subarachnoid hemorrhage. Utilizing the state-of-the art AI learning technology and plenty of medical data, iMed Technology develops a real-time assisting product for physicians who engage in surgical operations for brain infarction and/or subarachnoid hemorrhage patients with the mission of providing safer medical services.

iYell

Venture Round in 2020
iYell Inc. provides mortgage for real estate companies. The company designs and develops a platform through which they provide mortgage. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

PasarPolis

Series B in 2020
PasarPolis is the leading Insuretech company in Southeast Asia and the only company jointly invested by three Unicorns in Indonesia, Go-Jek, Tokopedia, and Traveloka working to enable consumers to be protected. Offers customised tailor made insurance products via B2B strategic partnerships and direct to consumers. Products extend beyond traditional insurance to address consumer needs across multiple tech ecosystem. Leverages cutting-edge technology to redefine insurance.

manebi Japan

Venture Round in 2020
manebi is an Career development support platform business to support human transformation.

Manebi

Venture Round in 2020
Manebì focuses on the production and distribution of espadrilles shoes which are handmade by expert craftsmen.

ELEMENT Insurance

Series A in 2020
ELEMENT Insurance AG provides digital insurance services. Its services includes digital businesses and insurances, InsurTech founder, and insurance brokering. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Berlin, Germany.

FunPep

Venture Round in 2020
FunPep Company Limited is a biotechnology firm based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the research and development of pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and medical devices utilizing functional peptides. Founded in 2013, the company is currently advancing several peptide-based treatments, including SR-0379, aimed at addressing intractable skin ulcers, and FPP003, which is undergoing Phase I/IIa clinical trials for psoriasis in Australia, alongside preclinical studies for ankylosing spondylitis in Japan. Additionally, FunPep is developing FPP004, an antibody-inducing peptide targeted at pollinosis. The company's innovative approach emphasizes the therapeutic potential of peptides across various health-related applications.

WealthPark

Series B in 2020
WealthPark, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in real estate management services. Founded in 1967, it offers a digital asset management platform designed to facilitate connections between investors and real estate managers. The platform provides various features, including portfolio monitoring, communication with property managers, document storage, access to property information, and direct contact with property brokers. WealthPark's services are also accessible through a mobile application, enhancing user convenience and engagement.

DeepX

Venture Round in 2020
DeepX, Inc. develop software to provides mechanization and automation assistance. The company solves on-site problems, such as labor shortage, lack of skilled workers, and harsh work using deep learning and machine control technologies. It serves construction, food processing, manufacturing, port transport, and agriculture industries. DeepX, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Bunkyo, Japan.

Episode Six

Series A in 2020
Episode Six Limited develops a software platform that facilitates the design, development, issuance, and management of financial and payment products. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Central, Hong Kong, with additional offices in Tokyo, Singapore, London, and Austin, Texas, the company caters to banks, financial technology firms, retailers, and payment service providers. Episode Six's account management and transaction processing system enables financial services, e-commerce, and various enterprises to digitize their payment systems to better serve their customers. The company's technology supports both B2B and B2B2C payment solutions, offering comprehensive transaction management accessible through over 550 APIs.

Agri Info Design

Venture Round in 2020
Agri Info Design, LTD. operates as an agricultural IT / ICT startup company that develops driving support application. It offers applications, including AgrIBus-NAVI, AgrIBus-Web, AgIBus-GMInIR, AgrIBus-G2, and AgrIBus-Autosteer. The company also manufactures and sells aftermarket agricultural equipment. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Obihiro, Japan.

SHOWROOM

Venture Round in 2020
SHOWROOM Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that operates a live video streaming platform primarily focused on Japanese idols and voice actors. Founded in 2015, it provides a space for users to engage with live shows through real-time communication features such as gifting and comments. The platform also includes virtual and augmented reality services, as well as professional-quality video content across various genres. As a subsidiary of DeNA Co., Ltd., SHOWROOM aims to create an environment where users' efforts are recognized and rewarded, enhancing the overall entertainment experience.

Crediation

Venture Round in 2020
Crediation Inc. develops an online platform to transform startups into lenders. It provides critical tools, access to credit, necessary capital, and loan tools through application programming interface. The company is based in Tokyo, Japan with an additional office in Nairobi, Kenya.

Theoria Science

Venture Round in 2020
Theoria Science inc. engages in the research and development of cancer diagnosis and treatment methods using exosomes. The technologies specialize in nucleic acid medicine, biomedical imaging, stem cells, regenerative medicine, cell engineering, and molecular oncology. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Setsuro Tech

Series A in 2020
Setsuro Tech Co., Ltd. is a biotechnology venture established in 2017 in Tokushima, Japan, by Tatsuya Takemoto from the University of Tokushima. The company specializes in drug development support services through genome editing, particularly using a patented method known as the GEEP method, which employs CRISPR/Cas9 technology to efficiently create genetically modified mice via electroporation of fertilized eggs. This innovative approach allows for high-throughput production of genetically modified organisms. Setsuro Tech aims to expand its offerings to include a variety of genetically modified animals, positioning itself as a key player in the industry for future applications of genetically engineered species.

Brandi

Series C in 2020
Brandi is an online marketplace based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in women's clothing and footwear. Founded in 2014, the company operates a fashion-based retail platform that connects manufacturers, wholesalers, and customers, facilitating a seamless shopping experience. Brandi aims to cater to young consumers by offering access to a variety of trending fashion brands at affordable prices. Through its innovative platform, the company fosters growth within the fashion ecosystem, empowering customers to make informed choices while enjoying a diverse selection of products.

QUADRAC

Venture Round in 2020
QUADRAC CO., LTD. develops closed capacitive coupling communication technology. The company’s closed capacitive coupling communication is applied in various fields, such as consumer AV equipment, communication equipment that includes mobile phones, medical, welfare, distribution, toy, game equipment, computer, and security and authentication. It also develops and sells server products for real time mass transaction processing. QUADRAC CO., LTD. was founded in 2009 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Modulus Co., Ltd.

Series B in 2020
Modulus Discovery is a private Tokyo-based preclinical stage drug discovery company focused on rapid design and generation of small molecule clinical candidates for a range of high-value disease targets through the use of its cutting-edge computational drug discovery expertise and unique biology insights. The international team at Modulus is comprised of drug design and disease biology experts with previous R&D experience at global pharmaceutical, biotechnology , and computational technology firms.

Izumi Holdings

Venture Round in 2020
Izumi Holdings create an OS for food distribution and deliver richness to the world with new infrastructure.In other words, Izumi having a trading account for each fishery company, livestock company, and agriculture company for one sales destination can easily lead to business expansion,to rationalization of sales and distribution, reduction of SG & A expenses, etc. Creating a competitive advantage

Linkers

Venture Round in 2020
Linkers Co., Ltd. offers technology matchmaking solutions for the manufacturing industry. It provides eEXPO, a business platform which links technologies and products developed by industry, academia, and other specialists. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Repro

Series C in 2020
Repro Inc. develops Repro, a mobile analytics solution for clients to convert and retain their mobile users. It offers application growth support consulting for total support from strategy planning and development to application. The company provides in-app message to improve conversion rate. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

NEO CAREER

Venture Round in 2020
Neo Career Co., LTD. owns and operates an online mid-career and new graduate recruitment site. The company offers doctor and nurse recruitment and temporary staff placement, including office workers, sales people, call center workers, caregivers, and childcare workers. It also offers recruitment service outsourcing and education and training services. Neo Career Co., LTD. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Shinjuku, Japan. It has additional offices in Japan, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, and China.

MiraBiologics

Venture Round in 2020
Through the development of next-generation multifunctional biopharmaceuticals (neobiologics) using technology based on a unique new concept , we will realize our mission, grow as a global company, and contribute to human health care. By developing biopharmaceuticals with new modalities using LassoGraft Technology ® as a core technology, we will work on solving unmet medical needs, satisfying treatment methods in the field of rare diseases, and proposing solutions to expensive medical problems.

Mira Robotics

Seed Round in 2020
Mira Robotics, Inc. designs and develops RaaS (Robot as a Service) platform which provides robot development, robot intelligence, and cloud collaboration services. The company was incorporated in 2018 and is based in Kawasaki City, Japan.

Ripple

Series C in 2019
Ripple Labs, Inc. operates a global payments network that leverages blockchain technology to facilitate instant and low-cost international transactions. The company has developed RippleNet, a decentralized platform that connects banks, payment providers, digital asset exchanges, and corporations for seamless global money transfers. Ripple's product offerings include XRP, a digital asset designed for payments; xCurrent, which supports cross-border payment services for banks; xRapid, aimed at payment providers and financial institutions to manage liquidity costs; and xVia, a solution that allows corporates and financial institutions to send payments across networks using a standardized interface. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Ripple has expanded its presence with additional offices in major cities worldwide, including New York, London, Sydney, and Mumbai, among others. The company's solutions not only improve transaction efficiency but also help reduce foreign exchange exposure and counter-party risk for enterprises.

justInCase

Series A in 2019
justInCase, Inc. provides smartphone repair cost, accident, and credit card insurance services. The company also offers a mobile application which enables users to buy insurance coverage from insurance providers, for repair cost insurance; upload photos and details of a smart-phone or wearable device; and use artificial intelligence (AI) to determine the premium. Additionally, it allows users to pool to pay insurance premiums. justInCase, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Nosh

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

Securitize

Series A in 2019
Securitize, Inc. is a compliance platform that specializes in the issuance and management of digital securities. Founded in 2017 and based in Redwood City, California, the company offers a range of services for issuers, including document handling, investor communications, and accreditation. For investors, Securitize provides tools for wallet management, an investor dashboard, and token distribution. The platform enables eligible investors to own, manage, and trade digital securities in various capital markets, including equity, funds, fixed income, and real estate. Securitize is recognized as a registered transfer agent and is integrated with multiple regulated U.S. marketplaces, allowing it to facilitate compliant digital securities transactions. Additionally, the company offers KYC/AML and capital management services, ensuring a secure environment for both issuers and investors.

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.

NestEgg, Inc.

Seed Round in 2019
NestEgg, Inc. engages in planning, development, and operation of savings and settlement services through its mobile application, finbee. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Timee

Venture Round in 2019
Timee, Inc. is a company based in Shibuya-ku, Japan, that designs and develops a work-sharing application aimed at addressing labor shortages. Founded in 2017, the application serves to connect individuals seeking work with businesses experiencing a shortage of labor. By facilitating this connection, Timee provides a solution to the challenges faced by both workers and employers in managing workforce availability. In addition to its primary function, the company is involved in the planning, development, and management of internet media.

Africa Incubator

Venture Round in 2019
Africa Incubator (Afri-inc) is an IT company that specializes in developing mobile applications for sales management. It has developed and operated SENRI, a sales management system for manufacturing and distribution in Africa based in Nairobi, Kenya. As of 2018, SENRI is being used by about 50 manufacturing and logistics companies focusing on consumer goods. With the introduction of SENRI, more than 50 Africa-based companies have succeeded in increasing sales productivity. Afri-inc was established in 2015 by Kentaro Nagai.

LeapMind

Series C in 2019
LeapMind Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing hardware architecture and software platforms that facilitate deep learning applications. The company focuses on making deep learning more compact and accessible, which it refers to as the "Deep Learning of Things" (DoT). LeapMind's innovative approach includes designing algorithms that enhance the accuracy of neural network models while reducing their computational complexity, enabling their use in small computing environments. Additionally, the company conducts research on original chip architectures that efficiently implement deep neural networks on circuits with low power consumption and limited memory.

NestEgg

Seed Round in 2019
NestEgg Online, Inc. is a Chicago-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in property management software designed for rental property owners and tenants. Its platform offers various features including property maintenance, rent collection, and tenant-finding services. The app provides busy rental property owners with on-demand access to expert assistance, facilitating effortless coordination of maintenance tasks through trusted professionals at discounted rates. Additionally, NestEgg aims to enhance property management efficiency by ensuring consistent cash flow through timely rent collection.

iYell

Venture Round in 2019
iYell Inc. provides mortgage for real estate companies. The company designs and develops a platform through which they provide mortgage. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Unifa

Series C in 2019
UniFa is a developer of innovative healthcare solutions aimed at monitoring the physical and mental growth of kindergarteners. The company's primary offering, LookMee, incorporates artificial intelligence and Internet of Things technology to provide various services. Among these are the LookMee Nap Check, an IoT sensor designed to ensure the safety of children during naptime, and the LookMee thermometer, which continuously measures and monitors body temperature. Additionally, LookMee Photo serves as a communication and photo-sharing platform that collects data on children's activities in kindergarten, helping parents stay informed about their child's well-being. By providing these tools, UniFa enables guardians to receive regular updates regarding their children's development and health.

C Channel

Venture Round in 2019
C Channel Corporation is a Tokyo-based company that operates an online lifestyle video platform aimed primarily at women aged 20 to 34. Founded in 2015, C Channel provides a variety of content related to fashion, food, hairstyling, makeup, and travel. The platform focuses on delivering engaging video content that informs and inspires its audience, making it a go-to resource for lifestyle-related topics.

Yoriso

Series D in 2019
Yoriso, formerly known as Minrebi, is a Japanese startup that connects families to funeral homes and other end-of-life service providers. It is a funeral / medical IT venture that aims to be a “company that creates a world where everyone can make their own choices by overcoming the limitations of ingenuity”. Yoriso was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Tokyo.

Bizit

Venture Round in 2019
BIZIT Inc. designs and offers an application software for facilitating mergers and acquisitions. The company's software connects sellers with buyers globally; find companies that suits your business strategy; and negotiations between buyer and seller. BIZIT Inc. was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

ANYCOLOR

Post in 2019
Ichikara Inc. is an entertainment start-up based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2017. The company specializes in creator support and licensing, primarily focusing on the management and operation of virtual streamers associated with the "Nijisanji Project." Ichikara offers a range of services, including access to distribution studios, advertising partnerships, event coordination, and opportunities for program appearances. Additionally, the company actively seeks to discover new talent through auditions, aiming to enhance the virtual entertainment landscape. By leveraging advanced technology, Ichikara strives to create engaging experiences that resonate with audiences globally.

Gojo & Company

Series C in 2019
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.

Active SONAR .Inc

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

Atonarp

Series C in 2019
Atonarp Inc. is a scientific instrumentation company specializing in molecular analysis tools. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with additional offices in Fremont, California, and Bengaluru, India, Atonarp develops advanced mass spectrometers, including the AMS 1000 and LyoSentinel. The AMS 1000 is a cloud-connected, AI-enabled mass spectrometer designed for real-time chemical analysis, while the LyoSentinel is a miniaturized device focused on gas detection during the lyophilization process. Atonarp's spectrometers serve various industries, including pharmaceuticals and semiconductors, by monitoring critical parameters to ensure process quality and compliance. The company is also pioneering the Smart Spectrometer platform, which enhances gas-composition analysis capabilities for manufacturers in sectors like oil and gas and healthcare, promising improvements in cost, size, accuracy, and maintenance. Atonarp is currently in the sampling phase for this platform and plans to enter volume production shortly.

Reclo

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

Synspective

Series A in 2019
Synspective Inc. provides data by utilizing and integrating data from synthetic aperture radar satellite constellations, big data, and machine learning. It serves urban design, infrastructure, energy, insurance, and finance markets. The company is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Retrieva

Venture Round in 2019
Retrieva, Inc. designs and develops artificial intelligence (AI) based software solutions for call centers by using natural language processing and machine learning. The company’s products include Talk Coordinator, an operator software solution; Voice Visualizer, an administrator software solution; and VoC Analyzer, an analysis software solution. Retrieva, Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.