SBI Investment

SBI Investment is the corporate venture capital arm of SBI Holdings, based in Tokyo, Japan. It funds and supports the growth of private venture companies by managing venture capital funds and attracting capital from institutional partners. The firm backs a broad range of technology-driven sectors, including artificial intelligence, blockchain, fintech, information technology, cybersecurity, e-commerce, biotechnology, life sciences, healthcare, and environmental energy. Through regional operations such as SBI Investment Korea, it engages with startups in Korea and focuses on sectors including healthcare, consumer, ICT, entertainment, information services, and manufacturing. SBI Investment aims to create value by helping portfolio companies scale, form strategic partnerships, and pursue exits via initial public offerings or acquisitions, reinforcing its role in fostering innovation and core industries in the 21st century.

Ahn Jae- gwang

Director

Koshiro Ashizawa

Assistant Manager

Takashi Goto

Executive Vice President and Director

Hashidzume Jun

Investment Department

Shotaro Iwano

Deputy General Manager

Akira Kawamura

Deputy General Manager

Yoshitaka Kitao

Chairman

Lee ju-hyeok

Team Leader

Taiyo Nakamura

Manager

Tomoyuki Nii

Executive Officer and Director

Kyota Suzuki

Manager

Shohei Yamada

Deputy General Manager

InJik Yi

Managing Director and Head of Venture Investment Division I

Past deals in Eastern Asia

CLAS

Venture Round in 2025
CLAS, Inc. is a Japan-based company that specializes in online furniture rental and leasing services. It provides an e-commerce platform that caters to both individuals and corporations, offering rental and subscription options for furniture and home appliances. By facilitating access to essential furnishings and appliances, CLAS aims to meet the diverse needs of its customers in a convenient and flexible manner.

PartnerSuccess

Series A in 2024
Founded in 2019, PartnerSuccess operates from Tokyo, Japan. It specializes in automating collaboration between manufacturers and distributors through its cloud-based platform.

Mode

Series B in 2024
Mode, Inc. is a technology company that develops a cloud platform designed to facilitate the creation and operation of Internet of Things (IoT) products. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Tokyo, Japan, Mode provides end-to-end semi-custom IoT and artificial intelligence solutions. Its platform enables devices to communicate with mobile clients, allowing organizations to track and manage their devices and users effectively. Mode's innovative BizStack IoT and BizStack AI solutions utilize a continuous improvement technology stack that collects real-time data from various sources, including sensors and legacy systems. The platform sanitizes and structures this data, delivering it through customizable dashboards that offer powerful insights. By streamlining data integration and providing operational improvements, Mode's solutions can be implemented significantly faster and more cost-effectively than traditional development methods, supporting organizations in transforming innovative ideas into practical, sustainable applications.

MyDearest

Series C in 2023
MyDearest Inc. is a Tokyo-based developer and publisher of virtual reality visual novels. Founded in 2016, the company creates and produces immersive VR content, including its flagship FullDive Novel, and offers consulting services for VR production. It provides a catalog of animated visual novels adapted for virtual reality, enabling players to experience stories from a first‑person perspective.

Medipixel

Series B in 2023
Medipixel, Inc. is a South Korean MedTech startup founded in 2017, specializing in artificial intelligence-based diagnostic software and semi-autonomous robotic systems for lung cancer and cardiac interventions. The company is comprised of a team of AI experts in computer vision, deep learning, and reinforcement learning, collaborating with top healthcare professionals, including those at Seoul Asan Medical Center, to enhance disease diagnosis and surgical procedures. Medipixel offers three primary solutions for intervention surgeons: an AI-based diagnosis tool that assists in identifying lesions during coronary angiography, a guide and planning solution that visualizes coronary arteries to facilitate guidewire manipulation, and an automated navigation engine that directs robotic units through arteries with real-time commands. These innovations aim to improve surgical outcomes and patient safety by reducing reliance on contrast agents and enhancing the precision of interventions.

HAKKI AFRICA

Series B in 2023
Founded in 2018, HAKKI AFRICA specializes in providing microfinance solutions for small businesses and gig workers across Africa. The company offers short-term loans and credit-scoring technology, empowering local financial institutions to assess creditworthiness and provide funding.

Mujin

Series C in 2023
Mujin is a Tokyo-based company that develops intelligent robot controllers and factory automation solutions for industrial robotics. It provides a universal controller platform that integrates motion planning with machine vision and programmable logic controllers to automate heavy and repetitive tasks in logistics and manufacturing. The company offers products such as Mujin Controller Sim, a platform for programming industrial robots; Mujin Scanner, which creates 3D models of objects or environments; Pick Worker, a bin-picking system with real-time motion planning; and Laser Worker, a laser cutting system powered by motion planning. In addition to hardware and software tools, Mujin supplies services in robot and controller design, teaching and simulation, legacy-system support, and system integration. Its technology focuses on optimizing offline motions and enabling real-time operation across complex workflows, reducing dependence on manual handling in dynamic industrial settings.

Vark

Series C in 2023
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, Vark develops innovative virtual event platforms. Their flagship product enables live entertainment experiences within a Metaverse space, offering interactive environments, real-time audience engagement, customizable avatars, and immersive audio-visual elements.

A-Pro Semicon

Series A in 2023
A-Pro Semicon is a South Korean manufacturer specializing in gallium nitride (GaN) technology. The company designs and produces GaN power and RF semiconductors, catering to diverse industries including electric vehicles, e-mobility, and household appliances. It offers integrated solutions, from initial design to final manufacturing, and supplies GaN power devices and related equipment to its clients.

Interstellar Technologies

Series D in 2023
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.

XMart

Series B in 2023
XMart, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018. It has developed an online platform designed to enhance the efficiency of the food service industry by connecting restaurants with wholesalers. By allowing restaurants to register their delivery slips on the platform, XMart facilitates a streamlined ordering process that includes proposed quotations. The platform aims to reduce operational costs for restaurants while promoting digital transformation within the industry. Additionally, it offers features that assist with sales promotion and settlement issues, addressing inefficiencies and information gaps in the food service sector.

Kiva Corp

Series A in 2022
a leading provider of extended warranties for the Japanese e-commerce market. Kiva provides “proteger,” an innovative solution that enables rapid implementation for online retailers. Kiva addresses the current challenges in the Japanese extended warranty market: “the lack of development pace in the product guarantee services, despite the rapid growth of the e-commerce market.” Kiva’s unique extended warranty service, “proteger,” offers rapid product replacement and repair warranty service to address this issue. In addition to reducing barriers to new product purchases and contributing to sales, “proteger” creates benefits such as providing consumers with a sense of long-term security.

OVice

Series B in 2022
oVice, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in creating virtual spaces for remote communication through its innovative platform. Founded in 2020, oVice enables users to engage in voice-centric interactions as avatars, fostering a more lifelike online collaboration experience. The platform emphasizes customization, allowing users to alter layouts, create lockable rooms, and add static objects, making it suitable for various uses such as remote offices, event venues, and academic conferences. The company was established by Sae Hyung Jung, who aimed to enhance connectivity among teams during the COVID pandemic. By providing a solution that enables clear and natural voice communication, oVice facilitates seamless networking and collaboration regardless of geographical distances.

Pretia

Venture Round in 2022
Pretia Technologies, Inc. is a Tokyo-based augmented reality startup founded in 2014, specializing in the design and development of gaming software. The company focuses on creating a platform that enhances entertainment experiences by integrating augmented reality with real-life environments. Utilizing advanced technologies such as virtual and augmented reality, 3D localization, and mapping, Pretia enables users to interact with digital content linked to specific locations. This innovative approach allows players to engage in immersive gaming experiences across various devices, effectively bridging the gap between the digital and physical worlds.

MOON-X

Series B in 2022
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2019, MOON-X is a consumer goods manufacturer that enriches lives through co-creation with communities and manufacturing partners. Its product portfolio spans craft beer, men's skincare products, women's skincare products, baby and maternity items, leather accessories, and business goods.

Ambr

Series A in 2022
Ambr, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018 that focuses on developing virtual gaming applications. The company creates immersive virtual worlds accessible through virtual reality devices, allowing users to engage as avatars in various interactive spaces. Users can choose from a diverse range of avatars, including warriors, wizards, animals, and monsters, and can explore imaginative environments such as Skyland, cyberspace, and toontown. Ambr also features mini-games that facilitate social interaction among users, enhancing the communal experience within the virtual realm. Through its innovative approach, Ambr aims to redefine social communication and entertainment in a digitally created universe.

Y&Archer

Series A in 2022
Y&Archer is an accelerator and incubator based in Seoul, South Korea, founded in 2015. It helps startups expand into global markets with a focus on Asian companies seeking international growth. The organization leverages a network of venture capitalists, consultants, marketers, and domain experts to support growth through a Market-Driven Program that diagnoses business items and systems to identify customizable solutions. It serves business-to-business, business-to-consumer, and technology sectors, helping early-stage companies scale internationally.

Terra Drone

Series B in 2022
Terra Drone is a Tokyo-based company that manufactures drones and develops associated software. It offers civil engineering surveying services using drones, primarily serving construction companies. Terra Drone also provides inspection services for complex job sites in industries such as construction, oil and gas extraction, and agriculture.

Nearthlab

Series C in 2022
Nearthlab is a Seoul-based technology company that designs and develops autonomous drone systems and AI-powered software for safety inspections in wind and renewable energy sectors, with applications also in defense and public safety. Its products include NearthWIND Pro, an autonomous drone for wind turbine inspection; Zoomable, a cloud-based data platform for inspection data management and analysis; and NearthWIND Mobile, a mobile autonomous flight control solution. The company uses proprietary deep-learning algorithms enabling autonomous flight under low computing power and low-latency conditions, aiming to reduce inspection time from hours to minutes. It holds multiple patents in Korea and overseas and has received venture backing from leading Korean investors.

RideFlux

Series A in 2021
RideFlux is a South Korean self-driving software company focused on safe and reliable autonomous transportation. The firm develops autonomous driving software and pilot services, including remote vehicle control and high-precision map operation, to enable safe, efficient mobility. Founded in 2018, RideFlux conducts development and testing in Jeju Island, leveraging its varied road environments and weather conditions to advance urban autonomy. The company aims to provide integrated software and services that support autonomous driving for consumer and mobility services, emphasizing safety and reliability in autonomous transportation.

Manebi

Venture Round in 2021
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2013, Manebi is a career development support platform that empowers individuals' transformation. It offers services such as web interviews, e-learning, online tests, and video learning to facilitate recruitment and training processes for companies.

Neurophet

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2016, Neurophet is a neuroscience company based in Seoul, South Korea. It specializes in developing advanced brain stimulation simulation software, Neurophet tES Lab, and neuro-navigation technology to aid clinicians in treating patients with brain diseases.

8Percent

Series D in 2021
8Percent is a prominent online financial services provider in South Korea, specializing in peer-to-peer lending. The company operates a platform that connects small investors with borrowers, allowing individuals to fund loans directly. This innovative model enables borrowers to repay loans monthly, providing investors with an opportunity to earn interest returns averaging around eight percent. By leveraging advanced evaluation systems and technology, 8Percent offers high-yield financial products, contributing to a healthier public finance landscape while enhancing investment options for its clients.

GAIA BioMedicine

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2015 as a spin-off from Kyushu University, GAIA BioMedicine is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in regenerative medicine products. It focuses on developing cell therapies and immunotherapies to treat intractable malignancies.

Bankware Global

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Seoul, Korea, Bankware Global specializes in the development of banking and financial software systems tailored for various sectors, including retail, corporate, private, treasury, and microfinance banks. With a presence in three countries and four offices, the company serves over 100 financial institutions across seven countries in the Asia Pacific region. Bankware Global is recognized for its expertise in core banking solutions, having supplied its software to five digital banks in markets such as Korea, China, Japan, and Taiwan. The company is distinguished as a leading provider of core banking solutions in Korea, focusing on delivering innovative financial institution products and transaction software to both domestic and international clients.

CADDi

Series B in 2021
CADDi is a Japan-based platform that combines online procurement for industrial products with an AI-powered data platform that digitizes and analyzes manufacturing drawings and procurement information. It tracks industrial products across the manufacturing supply chain and automates extraction of details from drawings and handwritten documents into searchable digital records. Through Realize DX, the platform integrates goods and software to streamline procurement, reduce expenses, and improve quality, cost, and delivery while enabling capacity expansion. The data platform provides procurement intelligence and supply chain data to help manufacturers consolidate insights and support sourcing decisions. CADDi is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

XREX

Seed Round in 2021
XREX is a blockchain-based financial institution offering secure crypto exchange services, escrow services for global transactions, and fiat-to-crypto transactions.

Molcure

Series C in 2021
Molcure is a biopharmaceutical company focused on antibody and peptide drug discovery. The company combines expertise in next-generation sequencing, bioinformatics, and antibody biology with an automated discovery system to identify high-quality antibody candidates and peptide therapeutics, aiming to shorten research and development timelines for pharmaceutical partners. Its Abtracer platform provides antibody sequence screening to detect functional candidates, and its SmartLabModule integrates IoT-enabled laboratory workflows to support efficient science. Through in-house capabilities and partnerships, Molcure seeks to advance therapeutic antibodies and related therapies, focusing on improving patient outcomes. Founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Molcure positions itself as a partner for therapeutic antibody discovery, offering automation and knowledge to accelerate discovery processes.

Ispace Technologies

Series C in 2021
Ispace Technologies is a Tokyo-based company specializing in space resource exploration, particularly focused on developing micro-robotic technology to facilitate the identification, extraction, and transportation of lunar resources, such as ice, essential for sustaining human life in space. Founded in 2013, Ispace is recognized for its innovative approach, utilizing 3D printing and commercially available products to create efficient and cost-effective solutions. The company is also involved in the Google Lunar XPRIZE Competition through its Team HAKUTO, which has gained recognition for its advancements in mobility and aims to land a privately funded robot on the Moon. Ispace’s micro-robots are designed to explore larger lunar areas quickly and economically, making significant strides towards establishing a sustainable presence in outer space.

Allm

Series A in 2021
Allm develops digital platforms that leverage Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to improve healthcare accessibility and efficiency worldwide. Its solutions include medical communications platforms for professionals and patients, supporting over 18 countries across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Hirotsu Bio Science

Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2016, Hirotsu Bio Science specializes in developing and manufacturing innovative cancer screening tools. Its flagship product, N-Nose, is a painless, urine-based diagnostic tool designed to detect cancer in its early stages. The company operates diagnostic laboratories and provides urine analysis reports. With a mission to make early cancer detection standard, Hirotsu Bio Science serves over 600,000 customers annually at an affordable price point.

Episode Six

Series B in 2021
Episode Six Limited is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based software platform designed for the creation, management, and issuance of financial and payment products. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Central, Hong Kong, with additional offices in Tokyo, Singapore, London, and Austin, Texas, Episode Six serves a diverse range of clients, including banks, financial technology firms, retailers, and payment service providers. The platform features globally distributed ledgers and processing capabilities, enabling financial institutions and brands to digitize their payment systems to better meet customer demands. Its software integrates seamlessly with existing or new payment infrastructures, allowing for the rapid development and customization of advanced, consumer-centric payment solutions. Built on an open-source code framework, the platform provides a comprehensive set of APIs that facilitate straightforward product management and integration.

XMart

Series A in 2021
XMart, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2018. It has developed an online platform designed to enhance the efficiency of the food service industry by connecting restaurants with wholesalers. By allowing restaurants to register their delivery slips on the platform, XMart facilitates a streamlined ordering process that includes proposed quotations. The platform aims to reduce operational costs for restaurants while promoting digital transformation within the industry. Additionally, it offers features that assist with sales promotion and settlement issues, addressing inefficiencies and information gaps in the food service sector.

MICIN

Venture Round in 2021
MICIN develops AI-driven software solutions for healthcare organizations. Its flagship product is a smart clinic platform that facilitates remote patient-doctor interactions via video chat, prescription management, and disease tracking tools. The company also offers data analytics services for insurers and consulting on medical institution management.

Watcha

Venture Round in 2020
WATCHA, Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seoul, specializing in online interactive media services. It initially gained popularity as a movie review application, becoming a favorite in Korea for its personalized recommendation technology. Users rate movies, allowing WATCHA to predict their preferences for unseen films. In addition to its review platform, WATCHA launched a subscription video-on-demand service called WATCHA PLAY in 2016, which offers a wide selection of movies and TV series accessible across various devices, including web browsers, mobile platforms, and smart TVs. The service is noted for its highly accurate content recommendations, with a significant portion of consumed content driven by these suggestions. WATCHA has also expanded its presence internationally, having launched in Japan in 2015.

unilabo

Series B in 2020
Unilabo, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that operates a business-to-business ordering platform designed to enhance supplier discovery. Founded in 2012, Unilabo provides a comprehensive search service that features detailed characteristics, achievements, and service information of suppliers, subcontractors, and outsourcing companies that are often overlooked in traditional search methods. The platform allows users to compare service offerings and pricing across various fields, including IT, sales and marketing, general affairs, and international expansion. By streamlining the supplier selection process, Unilabo aims to facilitate better business collaborations and informed decision-making for its users.

Perseus Proteomics

Venture Round in 2020
Perseus Proteomics Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on drug discovery. Established in 2001, it specializes in antibody discovery, engineering, and research support activities. The company engages in target discovery and functional protein expression, offering services such as mouse hybridoma sequencing, recombinant protein production, and contract research for antibodies. Additionally, Perseus Proteomics develops, manufactures, and supplies a range of antibody products. By leveraging advanced antibody technology, the company aims to create innovative medicines that address the needs of patients worldwide seeking improved medical care.

iMed Technologies

Venture Round in 2020
iMed Technologies develops an AI-based real-time surgical assistance system for procedures addressing cerebral infarction and subarachnoid hemorrhage. The company leverages extensive medical data and video analysis to support surgeons during operations, aiming to improve safety and outcomes. Its Neuro-Vascular Assist software uses medical image analysis and machine learning to provide real-time guidance, enabling surgeons to perform procedures with reduced dependence on individual operator skill. Founded in 2019 and based in Tokyo, Japan, iMed Technologies pursues safer medical services through advanced AI-assisted surgical tools.

Brandi

Series B in 2020
Brandi is a vertical commerce company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. It operates a retail platform specializing in the fashion and beauty sectors, providing both B2C and B2B shopping experiences. Brandi offers a diverse range of products, including clothing, cosmetics, and home interior items. The company focuses on creating a connected ecosystem that links manufacturers, wholesalers, and consumers, thereby aiding young individuals in engaging with current fashion trends. Through its platform, Brandi aims to make various clothing brands accessible to customers at affordable prices.

iYell

Venture Round in 2020
iYell Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing mortgage solutions for real estate companies. Incorporated in 2016, iYell has developed a comprehensive mortgage platform that facilitates mortgage analysis and improves the efficiency of the mortgage process. The platform integrates media and technology to enhance marketing efforts and streamline procedures, allowing users to access vital information about the mortgage market and various closing rates. By collaborating with financial institutions, iYell empowers both businesses and individuals to make informed mortgage decisions with ease.

Manebi

Venture Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2013, Manebi is a career development support platform that empowers individuals' transformation. It offers services such as web interviews, e-learning, online tests, and video learning to facilitate recruitment and training processes for companies.

BioSquare

Series A in 2020
BioSquare Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Seongnam-si, South Korea, founded in 2017. The company specializes in the development of platform detection chemistry known as Quantum PACK, which is utilized to manufacture in vitro diagnostic products. By leveraging this advanced technology, BioSquare creates point-of-care testing devices and develops assays designed for mission-critical healthcare settings. Their innovations aim to enhance assay stability, sensitivity, and multiplexing capabilities, ultimately providing healthcare practitioners with reliable diagnostic tools.

WealthPark

Series B in 2020
WealthPark, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in real estate management services, founded in 1967. The firm has developed a digital asset management platform designed to connect investors with real estate managers, democratizing access to alternative investments. Its services include monitoring real estate portfolios, facilitating communication with property managers, and storing important documents. The platform also features an AI-powered property valuation tool, financial management capabilities, and portfolio tracking, while supporting property management across major cities in Japan and England. WealthPark aims to provide clients with enhanced access to capital sources and unique investment opportunities through its comprehensive mobile application.

DeepX

Venture Round in 2020
DeepX, Inc. is an AI startup based in Bunkyo, Japan, founded in 2016 by graduates of the University of Tokyo. The company specializes in developing software that provides mechanization and automation solutions to address on-site challenges, such as labor shortages and the need for skilled workers, particularly in industries like construction, food processing, manufacturing, port transport, and agriculture. DeepX aims to automate machinery of varying scales, from small industrial robots to large heavy equipment, utilizing advanced technologies including deep learning and deep reinforcement learning. By offering flexible operation models suitable for diverse environments, DeepX seeks to make a significant societal impact, particularly in response to Japan's super-aging population and shrinking labor force.

Nearthlab

Series B in 2020
Nearthlab is a Seoul-based technology company that designs and develops autonomous drone systems and AI-powered software for safety inspections in wind and renewable energy sectors, with applications also in defense and public safety. Its products include NearthWIND Pro, an autonomous drone for wind turbine inspection; Zoomable, a cloud-based data platform for inspection data management and analysis; and NearthWIND Mobile, a mobile autonomous flight control solution. The company uses proprietary deep-learning algorithms enabling autonomous flight under low computing power and low-latency conditions, aiming to reduce inspection time from hours to minutes. It holds multiple patents in Korea and overseas and has received venture backing from leading Korean investors.

Agri Info Design

Venture Round in 2020
Agri Info Design is an agricultural IT company based in Obihiro, Hokkaido, Japan, founded in 2014. It develops tractor navigation and driving‑support software to enable precision farming, including GPS‑guided applications such as AgriBus-NAVI and related components like AgriBus-G+ and AgriBus-GMini. The company's technology focuses on improving spraying and cultivation accuracy, guiding tractors to travel in straight lines and pausing spray to prevent duplicate application, thereby reducing material costs. It also produces and sells aftermarket agricultural equipment, reflecting a practical, field‑oriented approach to helping farmers increase efficiency and sustainability in crop production.

Episode Six

Series A in 2020
Episode Six Limited is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based software platform designed for the creation, management, and issuance of financial and payment products. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Central, Hong Kong, with additional offices in Tokyo, Singapore, London, and Austin, Texas, Episode Six serves a diverse range of clients, including banks, financial technology firms, retailers, and payment service providers. The platform features globally distributed ledgers and processing capabilities, enabling financial institutions and brands to digitize their payment systems to better meet customer demands. Its software integrates seamlessly with existing or new payment infrastructures, allowing for the rapid development and customization of advanced, consumer-centric payment solutions. Built on an open-source code framework, the platform provides a comprehensive set of APIs that facilitate straightforward product management and integration.

SHOWROOM

Venture Round in 2020
SHOWROOM Inc. is a Tokyo-based media company established in 2015, specializing in live video streaming services. The platform primarily caters to audiences interested in Japanese idols and voice actors, providing an interactive environment for watching live shows. In addition to facilitating live streaming, SHOWROOM also engages in program production and offers various video content services. As a subsidiary of DeNA Co., Ltd., SHOWROOM continues to enhance its offerings within the entertainment sector, focusing on connecting fans with their favorite performers through innovative digital experiences.

Crediation

Venture Round in 2020
Crediation Inc. is a digital finance provider headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with an additional office in Nairobi, Kenya. The company specializes in transforming startups into lenders by offering an online platform equipped with essential financial tools and access to credit. Crediation focuses on supporting small and medium-sized businesses by facilitating seamless mobile lending experiences. It aims to empower business owners with the necessary capital through convenient and sustainable loan options, helping them grow and strengthen their enterprises.

Theoria Science

Venture Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2012, Theoria Science specializes in the research and development of cancer diagnosis and treatment methods using exosomes. Its technologies focus on nucleic acid medicine, biomedical imaging, stem cells, regenerative medicine, cell engineering, and molecular oncology.

Setsuro Tech

Series A in 2020
Setsuro Tech Co., Ltd. is a biotechnology venture company founded in 2017 and based in Tokushima, Japan. It specializes in drug development support services through genome editing, particularly focusing on the production of genetically modified organisms. The company employs a patented technology known as the fertilized egg electroporation method, which utilizes electric force to facilitate the introduction of genome-editing molecules into fertilized eggs efficiently. Initially, Setsuro Tech aims to produce and sell genetically modified mice, leveraging this innovative approach to meet the growing demand for genetically modified animals in various industrial applications. As it expands, the company envisions becoming a comprehensive provider of all types of genetically modified animals, driven by advancements in genomic editing technology.

Brandi

Series C in 2020
Brandi is a vertical commerce company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. It operates a retail platform specializing in the fashion and beauty sectors, providing both B2C and B2B shopping experiences. Brandi offers a diverse range of products, including clothing, cosmetics, and home interior items. The company focuses on creating a connected ecosystem that links manufacturers, wholesalers, and consumers, thereby aiding young individuals in engaging with current fashion trends. Through its platform, Brandi aims to make various clothing brands accessible to customers at affordable prices.

Alivexis

Series B in 2020
Alivexis is a private preclinical stage drug discovery company based in Tokyo, specializing in the rapid design and generation of small molecule clinical candidates targeting high-value disease conditions. The company leverages advanced computational drug discovery techniques and unique biological insights to expedite the development of new medicines. Its international team comprises experts in drug design and disease biology, drawing on extensive research and development experience from global pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and technology firms. By focusing on innovative approaches, Alivexis aims to enhance biotechnological research and improve the efficiency of delivering essential medicines to patients with unmet medical needs.

Izumi Group

Venture Round in 2020
Izumi Group is a developer of an innovative food delivery and distribution platform aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the food supply chain. The company operates across five key sectors: fisheries wholesale, livestock wholesale, agricultural wholesale, logistics, and platform services. By establishing a trading account for various companies within these sectors, Izumi Group facilitates business expansion and rationalizes sales and distribution processes. Their overarching goal is to increase the income of food producers while simultaneously reducing food expenses for consumers in Japan. Through its infrastructure, Izumi Group seeks to create a competitive advantage in the market, ultimately delivering greater wealth and accessibility to food resources.

Influential

Series B in 2020
Influential Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2008 that specializes in publishing books and audiobooks. It operates a subscription service for its online audiobooks, catering to a wide audience. Additionally, Influential organizes lectures and seminars featuring industry experts, offering professional speaking services to companies and organizations around the globe. The company's focus on disseminating knowledge through various formats positions it as a key player in the educational and professional development sectors.

Odd Concepts

Series B in 2020
Odd Concepts Inc. is a technology company specializing in computer vision and artificial intelligence solutions. Founded in 2012 and based in Seoul, South Korea, it offers a comprehensive portfolio of image recognition and search technologies delivered as a cloud-based API service. The company's innovative platform is designed to meet diverse customer needs by allowing for the tuning and combination of analysis engines to achieve optimal results. Additionally, Odd Concepts develops software for video content searches, facilitating connections between offline retail businesses and online markets. This enables clients to conduct product data analysis and provide personalized product recommendations, enhancing the overall shopping experience.

Brandi

Series A in 2020
Brandi is a vertical commerce company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. It operates a retail platform specializing in the fashion and beauty sectors, providing both B2C and B2B shopping experiences. Brandi offers a diverse range of products, including clothing, cosmetics, and home interior items. The company focuses on creating a connected ecosystem that links manufacturers, wholesalers, and consumers, thereby aiding young individuals in engaging with current fashion trends. Through its platform, Brandi aims to make various clothing brands accessible to customers at affordable prices.

RideFlux

Venture Round in 2020
RideFlux is a South Korean self-driving software company focused on safe and reliable autonomous transportation. The firm develops autonomous driving software and pilot services, including remote vehicle control and high-precision map operation, to enable safe, efficient mobility. Founded in 2018, RideFlux conducts development and testing in Jeju Island, leveraging its varied road environments and weather conditions to advance urban autonomy. The company aims to provide integrated software and services that support autonomous driving for consumer and mobility services, emphasizing safety and reliability in autonomous transportation.

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.

Neo Career

Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2000, Neo Career operates an online platform for mid-career and new graduate recruitment. It offers recruitment services for various roles including doctors, nurses, office workers, and caregivers, along with temporary staff placement and outsourcing solutions. The company also provides education and training services. With headquarters in Shinjuku, Japan, Neo Career has additional offices across Asia.

Neurophet

Series A in 2020
Founded in 2016, Neurophet is a neuroscience company based in Seoul, South Korea. It specializes in developing advanced brain stimulation simulation software, Neurophet tES Lab, and neuro-navigation technology to aid clinicians in treating patients with brain diseases.

StyleShare

Series D in 2020
StyleShare Inc. is a South Korean company founded in 2011 that specializes in designing and developing a mobile and web application focused on fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. The platform serves as a real-time space for users to share and receive updates related to these interests, allowing individuals to showcase their daily outfits and recent purchases. With millions of users across 120 countries, StyleShare has established itself as a leading mobile platform in the fashion and beauty sector, earning recognition from prominent publications such as VOGUE, Instyle, and Elle Japan. Through its innovative application, StyleShare facilitates a vibrant community where users can connect over their shared passion for fashion.

Mira Robotics

Seed Round in 2020
Mira Robotics, Inc. is a Japanese company based in Kawasaki City that specializes in designing and developing a Robot as a Service (RaaS) platform. Founded in 2018, the company offers a range of services including robot development, robot intelligence, and cloud collaboration, enabling robots to be utilized in various fields. Through its innovative approach, Mira Robotics aims to enhance the functionality and accessibility of robotic technologies for diverse applications.

justInCase

Series A in 2019
justInCase offers AI-driven smartphone repair cost and accident insurance services via its mobile application. Founded in Japan in 2018 by experienced actuaries and data scientists, the company aims to enhance customer experience through digital operations.

Neurophet

Series A in 2019
Founded in 2016, Neurophet is a neuroscience company based in Seoul, South Korea. It specializes in developing advanced brain stimulation simulation software, Neurophet tES Lab, and neuro-navigation technology to aid clinicians in treating patients with brain diseases.

Heartseed

Series B in 2019
Heartseed Inc. is a Tokyo-based biotechnology company founded in 2015, focused on developing myocardial regeneration medicine utilizing induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells. The company's mission is to advance treatments for heart disease through regenerative medicine, specifically targeting advanced heart failure with iPS cell-derived cardiomyocyte replacement therapy. Heartseed aims to enable the clinical application of its innovative therapies to improve outcomes for patients suffering from heart conditions.

Timee

Venture Round in 2019
Timee, established in 2017 and headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Japan, specializes in developing and operating applications. Its flagship product is a work sharing platform that connects available workers with businesses facing labor shortages, addressing the issue of fluctuating work demands. As Japan's leading gig work platform, Timee aims to expand work opportunities and alleviate labor market imbalances.

Africa Incubator

Venture Round in 2019
Africa Incubator Ltd., headquartered in Tokyo with offices in Kenya, Nigeria, and Uganda, develops and markets sales automation software tailored for African enterprises. Founded in 2015 by Kentaro Nagai, the company's flagship product is SENRI, a software solution enabling field staff monitoring, report generation, order process streamlining, route management, customer management, and payment management. Additionally, Africa Incubator offers application development services for smartphones. As of 2018, SENRI was employed by approximately 50 African manufacturing and logistics companies, contributing to increased sales productivity for over 50 client companies.

LeapMind

Series C in 2019
LeapMind Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2012 that specializes in developing hardware architecture and platforms for deep learning applications. The company focuses on making deep learning technology more compact and accessible, enhancing the Internet of Things (IoT) through its concept of the "Deep Learning of Things" (DoT). LeapMind's innovations include the Juiz deep learning circuit designed for use with field programmable gate arrays (FPGA), which allows for efficient implementation of deep neural networks. The company also conducts research to create algorithms that improve the accuracy of neural network models while significantly reducing their computational complexity, facilitating the use of advanced deep learning capabilities in small computing environments. This approach aims to streamline complex technologies for the IoT and robotics sectors, enabling wider adoption and enhanced functionality.

iYell

Venture Round in 2019
iYell Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing mortgage solutions for real estate companies. Incorporated in 2016, iYell has developed a comprehensive mortgage platform that facilitates mortgage analysis and improves the efficiency of the mortgage process. The platform integrates media and technology to enhance marketing efforts and streamline procedures, allowing users to access vital information about the mortgage market and various closing rates. By collaborating with financial institutions, iYell empowers both businesses and individuals to make informed mortgage decisions with ease.

Yoriso

Series D in 2019
Yoriso Co., Ltd., established in 2009 and previously known as Minrevi Co., Ltd., is a Tokyo-based company that operates a funeral planning platform. This platform connects bereaved families with funeral homes and other end-of-life service providers, offering online reviews and pricing information. It aims to empower individuals to arrange funerals according to their specific needs and preferences.

Bizit

Venture Round in 2019
Bizit Inc. is a software company that specializes in facilitating mergers and acquisitions through its innovative application platform. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Bizit connects sellers and buyers globally, streamlining the process of buying, selling, or investing in middle-market companies and assets. The platform offers users the ability to identify potential acquisition targets that align with their business strategies, manage deals, and negotiate terms within a secure environment. With features that allow users to create watch lists and receive notifications about opportunities that meet their specified conditions, Bizit aims to simplify and enhance the efficiency of complex M&A negotiations.

Gojo & Company

Series C in 2019
Founded in 2014, Gojo & Company is a Tokyo-based holding company that enables financial inclusion for underserved communities worldwide. It invests in and partners with microfinance institutions across Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Africa, aiming to provide access to financial services regardless of one's background.

Raonsecure

Venture Round in 2019
Raonsecure Co., Ltd. is an ICT security software company based in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in security solutions for financial institutions, government entities, and enterprises. Founded in 1998 and originally known as Lumensoft Ltd., the company rebranded in October 2012. Raonsecure offers a range of products, including TouchEn OnePass, a biometric authentication solution that facilitates secure payments, mobile banking, and access to various online services. The company also engages in ICT security consulting and holds multiple patents in the integrated security and IoT sectors. Raonsecure is committed to advancing future-oriented technologies and products that enhance integrated authentication through innovative methods, including human and device authentication and FIDO-based solutions.

Active SONAR

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 based in Tokyo, Japan, with additional offices in Fremont, California, and Bengaluru, India. Founded in 2009, Atonarp specializes in the design and manufacture of advanced tools for molecular analysis, particularly in the pharmaceutical, semiconductor, petrochemical, and energy sectors. The company offers a range of products, including the AMS 1000, a cloud-connected and AI-enabled mass spectrometer capable of real-time chemical analysis, and the LyoSentinel, a miniaturized mass spectrometer focused on gas detection in lyophilization processes. Atonarp's innovative spectrometers enhance the monitoring of critical parameters, such as vacuum integrity and contamination, thereby ensuring compliance and process efficiency. By integrating advanced electronics and data processing algorithms, Atonarp aims to deliver significant improvements in cost, size, and accuracy for gas-composition analysis instruments.

Reclo

Venture Round in 2019
Reclo Inc. operates a luxury goods consignment platform based in Tokyo, Japan, established in November 2012. The platform allows consumers to buy and sell both new and used luxury items, including clothing, bags, watches, accessories, and jewelry, often at significant discounts. Reclo facilitates a peer-to-peer marketplace where users can consign their branded products, ensuring that all items are evaluated by experienced appraisers for quality assurance. The company also offers a return policy, allowing customers to shop with confidence, particularly when concerned about size and condition. By promoting the resale of luxury goods, Reclo aims to make luxury more accessible while encouraging sustainable consumption practices.

Synspective

Series A in 2019
Synspective specializes in developing and operating small synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites, providing SAR data and remote monitoring services. It caters to urban design, infrastructure, energy, insurance, finance sectors, and government agencies.

Retrieva

Venture Round in 2019
Retrieva is a Tokyo-based developer of AI software for call centers, combining natural language processing and machine learning to analyze inquiries and assist with responses for enterprise clients. The company focuses on research, development, and ongoing support of ML-driven software, and its product family includes Talk Coordinator, an operator software solution; Voice Visualizer, an administrator software solution; and VoC Analyzer, an analysis software solution. Founded in 2016, Retrieva serves organizations seeking scalable, AI-powered customer service solutions.

JX Press

Series C in 2019
JX Press is a Japanese technology‑driven news organization described as a virtual news agency. Its FASTALERT service uses artificial intelligence to detect and deliver breaking bulletins on accidents, natural disasters, and other incidents to major television broadcasters in Japan and to many local stations. The company also operates NewsDigest, a consumer app that automatically delivers AI-identified news bulletins. JX Press collaborates with leading media groups in Japan, such as Kyodo News, TV Asahi, Fuji TV, and the Nikkei Group, providing computerized reporting to major media. In addition, it runs a data intelligence platform that combines bots and AI to generate content related to breaking events and disasters, and includes a social listening tool that aggregates brand-related information from multiple platforms while filtering misinformation, enabling AI-based marketing insights. Through automated reporting, media partnerships, and brand monitoring, the company positions itself as a modern, technology-driven news provider.

IJGN

Venture Round in 2019
IJGN Inc., founded in November 2013 and based in Oita, Japan, develops and operates a subscription platform known as 'always'. This service facilitates users in discovering fixed-price offerings from various establishments, including cafes, fitness clubs, and amusement parks. The company also created AIRPO, an iOS application that rewards users with points for simply entering stores, leveraging iBeacon BLE technology. Additionally, IJGN develops guild, a photo-sharing application for businesses, and SPOTSALE, a platform for issuing and exchanging coins to support local enterprises. Through these initiatives, IJGN aims to enhance customer engagement and support local commerce.

Atomis

Series A in 2019
Atomis Inc. is a manufacturer of porous coordination polymers (PCPs), which are specialized materials designed for the precise confinement of gas molecules. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, the company engages in the research, development, and production of these materials, which have applications in various fields including molecular separations, gas transportation, and catalysis. Atomis offers comprehensive evaluation services, including crystal structure analysis and gas adsorption assessments, to optimize the manufacturing processes of PCPs. The company's technology is rooted in research from Distinguished Professor Susumu Kitagawa at Kyoto University, and it aims to create innovative solutions that provide distinct value in energy delivery and environmental applications. Originally known as MaSaKa-NeXT Inc., the company rebranded to Atomis Inc. in April 2017.

Creema

Series C in 2019
Creema operates an online marketplace for handmade products, connecting creators and consumers to buy and sell directly online. It offers social commerce features, events, and related services, supporting a global community of makers. The platform covers a wide range of categories including accessories, jewelry, toys, bags, stationery, pet goods, baby items, fashion, furniture, art, and tableware. Creema also organizes exhibitions and events at permanent stores to showcase creators and manages initiatives such as the handmade in Japan festival and craft parties. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, it was founded in 2009 and focuses on empowering creators through its marketplace and event programs.

FLOSFIA

Venture Round in 2019
FLOSFIA INC. is a Tokyo-based company that focuses on the development of corundum structured Gallium Oxide semiconductor power devices. Founded on March 31, 2011, the company emerged as a spin-off from research conducted at Kyoto University. FLOSFIA specializes in film-formation using mist chemical vapor deposition (CVD) techniques, leveraging the unique physical properties of gallium oxide (Ga2O3) to create high breakdown voltage and high efficiency power devices. The firm is dedicated to advancing low-loss power device technology, contributing to the evolution of semiconductor applications.

Startbahn

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in Tokyo in 2014, Startbahn operates a blockchain-based platform focused on enhancing the art industry globally. It specializes in issuing blockchain certificates for artwork authentication and traceability via its Startbahn Cert service. Additionally, it develops Startrail, a blockchain infrastructure supporting Startbahn Cert, and collaborates with other companies on joint projects.

Cogent Labs

Series B in 2019
Cogent Labs Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015 that specializes in the development of artificial intelligence software aimed at enhancing data input and API documentation processes. The company focuses on bridging advanced AI technologies with practical applications to improve the quality of life for users. Cogent Labs engages in both fundamental and applied AI research, offering solutions in various fields, including time-series forecasting, information extraction, natural language processing, and reinforcement learning. Its innovative tools are designed to automate document scanning and transform handwritten content into digital text, thereby streamlining data entry. By providing predictive analysis products and a natural language understanding engine, Cogent Labs enables clients to minimize manual data entry efforts and optimize business operations through efficient data processing and historical analysis.

Pixie Dust Technologies

Series B in 2019
Pixie Dust Technologies, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015. It specializes in the development of advanced computational technologies, particularly in phased array and digital fabrication. The company’s notable product is its ultrasonic phased array system, which enables the generation of force in mid-air, allowing for unique applications such as transporting objects without physical contact, delivering targeted sounds to individuals in a crowd, and directing guide dogs. Additionally, Pixie Dust Technologies creates innovative devices like Sound Hug, which combines music with light and vibration, and Sonorepro, a hair care device utilizing non-contact oscillating pressure stimulation. Other products include Vuevo, a service that visualizes conversations among multiple participants, and kikippa, a device designed for gamma wave sound therapy. Through its diverse offerings, the company aims to integrate technology seamlessly into everyday life, enhancing communication and interaction.

HoloEyes

Series B in 2019
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2016, HoloEyes specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) applications for the medical field. The company transforms CT and MRI scans into interactive 3D anatomical models viewable through head-mounted displays, enhancing surgical planning, clinical education, and communication.

Farmship

Venture Round in 2019
Farmship, Inc. is an AgriTech company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2014. It specializes in agricultural food distribution services and develops sustainable agricultural systems through advanced technology. The company focuses on vertical farming, utilizing artificial intelligence and data analytics to optimize growing conditions for crops. This innovative approach allows for increased food production while minimizing resource usage and reducing the environmental impact of agriculture. In addition to its technological advancements, Farmship supports future agriculture through distribution, human resources, and business development initiatives.

Foodison

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2013, Foodison operates UoPochi, an online platform enabling customers to order fish and seafood from various restaurants. It also runs Sakana Bacca, a specialty fish shop offering marine products sourced globally.

EdiGENE Japan

Series B in 2019
EdiGENE Japan, now known as Modalis Therapeutics Corporation, is an emerging biotechnology company based in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 2016, it specializes in the research and development of innovative therapeutics aimed at addressing serious genetic disorders. The company utilizes its proprietary CRISPR-GNDM technology, which allows for locus-specific modulation of gene expression and histone modification without the necessity for double-stranded DNA cleavage or traditional gene editing techniques. Modalis Therapeutics has established a solid intellectual property foundation, including licenses from the University of Tokyo, to support its focus on developing treatments for orphan genetic diseases and other unmet medical needs.

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.

WealthPark

Series A in 2019
WealthPark, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in real estate management services, founded in 1967. The firm has developed a digital asset management platform designed to connect investors with real estate managers, democratizing access to alternative investments. Its services include monitoring real estate portfolios, facilitating communication with property managers, and storing important documents. The platform also features an AI-powered property valuation tool, financial management capabilities, and portfolio tracking, while supporting property management across major cities in Japan and England. WealthPark aims to provide clients with enhanced access to capital sources and unique investment opportunities through its comprehensive mobile application.

Startbahn

Series A in 2019
Founded in Tokyo in 2014, Startbahn operates a blockchain-based platform focused on enhancing the art industry globally. It specializes in issuing blockchain certificates for artwork authentication and traceability via its Startbahn Cert service. Additionally, it develops Startrail, a blockchain infrastructure supporting Startbahn Cert, and collaborates with other companies on joint projects.

Jolly Good

Corporate Round in 2019
Jolly Good specializes in developing high-precision Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) systems. Their primary focus is on creating innovative solutions for medical training, long-term care training, and social skill development, particularly for individuals with developmental impairments.

Megakaryon

Venture Round in 2019
Founded in 2011, Megakaryon is a Japanese biotechnology company specializing in the development of blood products derived from human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). Its primary focus is on creating platelets and red blood cells independent of traditional blood donations.

Sarah

Venture Round in 2019
SARAH Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2014 that focuses on developing a mobile application designed for exploring and sharing restaurant menu images. This application allows users to discover culinary options by searching through menu-based posts and offers a platform for users to share recommendations and suggestions regarding various dishes. By listing restaurants that serve diverse cuisines, SARAH Inc. facilitates a unique dining experience, enabling users to select their dining destinations based on specific menu items and personal preferences.

EAGLYS

Seed Round in 2019
EAGLYS designs and develops secure computing software. Its flagship product, DataArmor, enables the storage, integration, analysis, and processing of encrypted data without decryption, ensuring privacy even on public clouds. This facilitates secure data utilization across departments and organizations.

Space Market

Series C in 2019
Founded in 2014, Space Market operates an online platform facilitating on-demand rental of idle spaces in Japan and overseas. Its platform, spacemarket app, enables users to search and reserve spaces for various purposes such as events, offices, pop-up stores, and storage.

Goryo Chemical

Venture Round in 2019
Goryo Chemical, Inc. is a Japanese company specializing in the development of fluorescent probes and functional dyes for applications in chemical biology and diagnostics. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Sapporo, with an additional office in Tokyo, the company offers a range of products including AcidiFluor, CalFluor, GlycoFluor, and MetalloFluor, among others. These fluorescent probes are designed for cellular analysis, assay, and imaging, enabling selective staining of acidic organelles such as lysosomes and late endosomes. Goryo Chemical also provides bioluminescent probes, labeling services, and custom synthesis, catering to various needs in molecularly-targeted drug and immunoassay applications. The company serves its customers through a network of distributors both domestically and internationally.
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