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

Takashi Goto

Executive Vice President and Director

Shotaro Iwano

Deputy General Manager

Akira Kawamura

Deputy General Manager

Katsuya Kawashima

Director and President

Past deals in Home Decor

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.

NO Search

Seed Round in 2022
NO Search is an online marketplace for home and kitchen appliances.

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.

kukka

Series A in 2018
kukka is a Seoul-based flower company founded in 2014 that provides flower delivery and subscription services for offices, showrooms, ateliers, events, and homes through retail stores and online channels. Its offerings include corporate event flowers, promotional flower boxes, customer-care flowers, and floral decorations, as well as flower subscription, bouquet delivery (including same-day service), and custom flower design. The company serves individual and corporate customers, enabling them to order fresh flowers online and for workplace environments.
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