SMBC Venture Capital

SMBC Venture Capital Co., Ltd. is the private equity and venture capital division of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, focusing on growth capital and buyout investments. Established in 2005 and headquartered in Tokyo, with an additional office in Osaka, the firm invests across various sectors, including information technology, life sciences, services, and manufacturing. By leveraging its parent company's extensive financial services background, SMBC Venture Capital aims to support the development of innovative companies and foster growth within diverse industries.

Akihiko Fujieda

Executive Officer

Daiji Furuta

Managing Director

Makoto Nakamura

Executive Officer

Akira Ochiai

CEO

Hiroya Ota

Director

Ishibashi Tatsushi

President and CEO

Masahiro Yamaguchi

Executive MD

Past deals in Tokyo

DLGB Inc.

Series A in 2023
DLGB Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2017 that specializes in car rental services for airport transfers. The company operates a marketplace called SmartRyde, which connects local transportation operators with online travel agencies (OTAs). This platform aims to enhance the sustainable development of local communities through improved transportation options. As of August 2021, DLGB Inc. has collaborated with over 650 transportation operators and more than 25 OTAs, including prominent names in the travel industry. In addition to SmartRyde, DLGB offers SMARTTRAVEL travel services, further expanding its footprint in the transportation sector.

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.

LIFESCAPES

Seed Round in 2022
LIFESCAPES is a researcher and manufacturer of brain-computer interface equipment. LIFESCAPES aims to use BMI technology to help stroke patients solve problems and improve their quality of life. LIFESCAPES uses BMI to bring out the plasticity of the brain and help people who are in trouble to be free of their limitations and to live their lives normally.

LUCA Science

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

al+

Series H in 2022
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.

Beatrust

Series A in 2022
Beatrust Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2020 that develops a collaboration application designed to enhance employee connectivity and collaboration within organizations. The platform enables employees to search for and access information about their colleagues, including skills, experiences, work content, and hobbies. By facilitating a better understanding of coworkers' capabilities, Beatrust aims to accelerate collaboration and drive innovation among teams.

Ac-Planta

Venture Round in 2022
Ac-Planta Inc. is an agricultural biotechnology company based in Bunkyo, Japan, established in 2018. The company focuses on researching, manufacturing, and selling acetic acid-based biostimulants and agrochemicals designed to protect plants from adverse environmental conditions such as heat, drought, and salt damage. Among its product offerings is Skeepon, which caters to turf, agriculture, and home garden plants. Ac-Planta aims to address global food and environmental challenges by enhancing crop yields and quality, thereby contributing to solutions for food shortages and decreased agricultural production caused by climate change and abnormal weather patterns.

Torana

Series B in 2022
Torana, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in providing an educational toy rental service through a subscription model. Known for its "Toysub!" service, Torana caters to the Japanese market and aims to expand into global markets, particularly in East Asia. The company collects feedback on toys and information regarding children's developmental progress to create tailored toy combinations for its subscribers. The service promotes sustainability by allowing customers to return toys and receive new ones that align with their children's growth. Additionally, Torana plans to leverage customer insights to develop its own brand of toys and enter the direct-to-consumer market.

matsuri technologies

Series C in 2022
Matsuri Technologies, founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing innovative solutions for the vacation rental market. The company offers a vacation rental tool designed to assist in the management and promotion of various rental properties, including company-owned houses and short-term rentals. One of its key products, m2m Systems, serves as an Airbnb management platform that enables business operators to efficiently manage their listings, communicate with guests, automate check-ins, and provide customer service. By collaborating with real estate brokerages, Matsuri Technologies aims to enhance the rental experience and streamline operations for property owners and managers.

Cellusion

Venture Round in 2022
Cellusion is a regenerative medicine startup from Keio University. The mission of Cellusion is to deliver novel therapies for all bullous keratopathy patients by our iPS cells origin corneal endothelial cells mass culture system.

Ventus, inc.

Series A in 2021
Ventus, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in the intersection of technology and entertainment. The company has developed Whooop, an electronic tracker trading software that allows users to engage with sports teams and athletes by becoming members. This platform facilitates the issuance of online trading cards by professional sports teams and athletes, enabling users to purchase and collect these cards. Ventus, Inc. aims to enhance the fan experience by providing innovative technology that fosters a deeper connection between fans and their favorite sports figures.

Space BD

Venture Round in 2021
Space BD is a company focused on addressing the challenges associated with the industrialization of space. It aims to serve as a comprehensive solution for businesses developing new technologies by offering a range of space-related services. By adopting a business-driven approach, Space BD seeks to facilitate the commercialization of low Earth orbit, ensuring that scientists and companies can access space without complications. The company's mission is to streamline processes and support innovation within the burgeoning space industry.

Good Vibes Only

Series A in 2021
GOOD VIBES ONLY inc. provides digital transformation and D2C consulting services. It includes apparel, beauty, product planning, development, manufacturing, PR, and sales specialists services. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Shibuya, Japan.

SmartNews

Series F in 2021
SmartNews is the award-winning news app loved by millions. We are a machine-learning company deeply committed to helping users find quality news beyond the filter bubble. Our algorithms evaluate tens of millions of articles, behaviors and social interactions to deliver only the most interesting and important stories on a global scale—a fascinating engineering challenge that has attracted a world-class data science and engineering team. SmartNews won numerous “App of the Year” awards and has been downloaded by more than 35 million people and has over 10million monthly active users. SmartNews has offices in Tokyo, San Francisco, and New York. Join our international culture—smart work, smart people and a global mission to bring quality information to the world. Travel between our amazing offices in the U.S. and Japan, and collaborate with coworkers from around the world.

Luxonus

Series B in 2021
Luxonus is a product development of a new imaging device using optical ultrasonic technology.

DLGB Inc.

Series A in 2021
DLGB Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2017 that specializes in car rental services for airport transfers. The company operates a marketplace called SmartRyde, which connects local transportation operators with online travel agencies (OTAs). This platform aims to enhance the sustainable development of local communities through improved transportation options. As of August 2021, DLGB Inc. has collaborated with over 650 transportation operators and more than 25 OTAs, including prominent names in the travel industry. In addition to SmartRyde, DLGB offers SMARTTRAVEL travel services, further expanding its footprint in the transportation sector.

PeaceTecLab

Venture Round in 2021
PeaceTecLab Co., Ltd. develops and operates a platform that lends and borrows home appliances and daily necessities. It rents home appliances, baby goods, and fitness goods to individuals and manufacturers. The company also provides consulting services. It serves entertainment, distribution, and advertising industries. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Trustdock

Funding Round in 2021
Trustdock is a platform for identity confirmation API service in Japan. You can outsource KYC / identity confirmation via online API, complying with various laws including criminal profit transfer prevention law, antique sales law, cell phone fraud prevention use law etc. It can be used with any ID service regardless of business type, such as matching to FinTech, shared eco, etc.

Heartseed

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

Clear

Venture Round in 2021
Clear Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates in the sake brewing industry. The company offers a unique subscription service called "SAKELIFE," which allows customers to explore a variety of sake selections delivered directly to their homes. This business model not only promotes the appreciation of sake but also provides consumers with convenient access to different types of this traditional Japanese beverage.

Rehab

Series C in 2021
Rehab for Japan Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions for nursing care facilities. Established in 2016, the company focuses on developing a unique rehabilitation platform specifically designed for day service operations. Through its cloud support services, Rehab for Japan aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of rehabilitation processes in nursing care establishments, addressing the growing demand for innovative healthcare solutions in the region.

Updater

Series C in 2021
Minna Electric Power is an Electricity retail service for corporations and individuals company.

Hacobu

Venture Round in 2021
Hacobu offers an integrated solution "MOVO (MOVO)" centering on the operation management system utilizing in-vehicle terminals. Connect with carriers and shipping companies sending luggage using an easy-to-use online mechanism. To provide tools to support the management of the shipping company. Through these, it becomes a platform to accumulate distribution data of various companies, aiming at overall optimization of physical distribution system. That is, "to optimize carrying". That is Hacobu 's mission.

Brandit

Series A in 2021
Brandit Co., Ltd. engages in D2C brand and D2C solution business. The company offers in-house production/D2C brand deployment services; and develops and provides B2B solutions that provide one-stop services from production to logistics. Its activities include EC operation, product production, logistics business, advertising agency, and PR business. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

chikaku

Venture Round in 2021
Chikaku Inc. manufactures setup boxes for grandparents to watch their grandkids. Its solution allows watching videos and photos on screen by plugging the device. Chikaku Inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Catallaxy

Series A in 2021
Catallaxy Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that operates two primary platforms: Mitsuri and Fabit. Mitsuri serves as a trading platform for web quoting of metal custom parts, catering to sectors such as industrial machinery, factory automation, and facility equipment. Fabit focuses on providing accessible media for the manufacturing industry, enhancing understanding and engagement within the sector. Through these platforms, Catallaxy aims to streamline the interaction between suppliers and customers in Japan's manufacturing landscape.

CureApp

Series D in 2021
CureApp is a digital health startup.The firm is one of the leading players in the medical app vertical under the theme of “app exhibits therapeutic effects against diseases” and launched a nicotine addiction treatment app in February 2015, which was jointly developed with Division of Pulmonary Medicine, Keio University’s School of Medicine. It is currently conducting clinical trials in many locations.

aptpod

Series C in 2021
Aptpod Inc. operates in M2M/IoT software and hardware planning, development, and sales; M2M/IoT cloud service administration; and application/system prototyping. Its products include intdash, a bidirectional data transmission platform for streaming data generated at frequency of 100 msec to 1 msec intervals through a network; visual M2M, a web application that visualizes sensor data automatically collected in real time in the cloud; and automotive pro. The company was incorporated in 2006 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Cardio Intelligence

Seed Round in 2021
Cardio Intelligence Inc. engages in the research, development, and sale of AI electrocardiographic diagnosis systems. The company’s automated AI diagnostic system supports healthcare professionals in the treatment and prevention of heart diseases. It also offers software development, patent licensing, medical equipment lending and repairing, and contract services for pharmaceutical companies. Cardio Intelligence Inc. was founded in 2019 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Yoshidumi Holdings

Venture Round in 2021
As a premium partner of Google Cloud, they support the cloudization of customer IT assets, focusing on system development utilizing Google Cloud. As the first pioneer of GAE development in Japan, they have signed a GAE Premier Account contract and have top-level achievements and abundant development know-how.

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.

LegalForce

Series C in 2021
LegalForce, Inc. develops, operates, and maintains software related to legal services. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Famitra

Venture Round in 2021
Provider of family trust services intended to support the formation of family trusts to prevent asset freezes due to dementia. The company's services prevent account freezes by opening a dedicated bank account for the company and managing assets with the account to withdraw expenses, enabling clients to ask for advice regarding issues with a professional and discuss with parents their wishes, family structure and the content of the assets they want to prevent freezing and make appropriate suggestions.

Latona

Series A in 2021
Latona, Inc. is engage in micro finance, innovating core technologies underneath front end experience. The company is based in Tokyo, Japan.

nCino K.K.

Venture Round in 2020
Developer of a cloud-based integrated lending platform designed to let users realize a comprehensive banking experience. The company's integrated banking platform provides efficiency, visualization, profitability, and regulatory compliance for all of the bank's business units, from customer communication to banking, and key operations such as lending and account opening, enabling clients to improve profitability, efficiency, transparency, and compliance with regulations.

iCARE

Series D in 2020
iCARE Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2011 that specializes in health management systems. It operates a cloud-based platform designed to manage and store health information for employees. iCARE is recognized as the leading health and labor cloud service in Japan, catering to the needs of both small and medium-sized enterprises experiencing workforce challenges, as well as large corporations seeking to expand globally. The company's focus on health consulting and the development of effective health management solutions positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of employee health services.

HRBrain

Funding Round in 2020
HRBrain, INC. owns and operates an online platform that provides cloud-based human resource evaluation services. It offers centralized management of human resource data, personal evaluation, organizational structure, and tissue analysis. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

GHELIA

Venture Round in 2020
Ghelia Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing integrated AI solutions for business operations. The company offers innovative products such as Deep Station, a deep learning hardware, and Deep Analyzer, a software designed for advanced learning applications. Ghelia's mission is to make deep learning technology accessible and user-friendly, enabling a wide range of users to harness the benefits of artificial intelligence in their daily lives and work environments. By creating a comprehensive AI platform that encompasses both operating systems and hardware, Ghelia aims to facilitate the adoption of AI across various sectors.

Aipore

Venture Round in 2020
Aipore is a technology company specializing in the area of nanopore sensor using semiconductor Si microfabrication technology. The airpore technology is a collection of technological innovations such as Si MEMS, flow path surface control, multiphysics analysis, low noise amplification circuits, and sam concentration. It also uses AI to analyze this transient change in ion current to identify particles passing through the pore with high accuracy. Aipore was established in 2018 and is based in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
Japan Data Science Consortium Co. is a Tokyo-based company specializing in artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and robotics. Founded in 2014, it offers a range of services including demand forecasting, predictive maintenance, digital transformation, optical character recognition, and image recognition. The company focuses on providing solutions tailored to the medical, education, and retail sectors, aiming to facilitate significant profit impact through comprehensive consulting. JDSC supports clients from system construction to corporate process transformation, ensuring the effective integration of AI technologies into their operations.

Varinos

Seed Round in 2020
Varinos Inc. is a clinical testing company that provides genomic testing and continuous clinical sequencing services. Its services include endometrial microbiome and flow of intrauterine flora testing. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Subsclife Inc.

Series B in 2020
Subsclife Inc. rents and sells furniture online. It offers sofas, chairs, tables, desks, storage furniture, kitchen storage products, TV boards, beds, dressers, rug cushions, interior goods, and office furniture. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. Subsclife Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Kamarq Holdings PTE.LTD.

Snaq me

Venture Round in 2020
Snaq.me Co., Ltd. offers snack subscription and delivery services. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Findy Inc

Series B in 2020
Findy Inc, a job change service company, connects companies with IT engineers, freelancers, and sideline engineers. It also provides information related to hiring and personnel affairs, including tips for hiring, public relations, and marketing. The company also offers Findy Engineer Lab, a medium that delivers interviews with active engineers and the latest technical information. Findy Inc was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

BluAge

Series A in 2020
BluAge Corp. develops and operates an application software for finding rental properties. The company's software Canary is available on play store and app store. BluAge Corp. was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Chuo-ku, Japan.

Gracia Inc.

Series C in 2020
Gracia Inc. owns and operates tanp, a gift platform. The platform provides gift for birthday, anniversary, father’s day, white day, valentine, job celebration, and wedding celebration. Gracia Inc. was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Shinagawa, Japan.

beBit, Inc.

Venture Round in 2020
beBit, Inc. provides information technology consulting services. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

M&A Cloud

Series B in 2020
M&A Cloud Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that operates an online platform focused on facilitating mergers and acquisitions for small and medium venture companies. Founded in 2015, the platform serves as a matchmaking service, connecting business sellers with merger and acquisition specialists. It allows sellers to publicize their businesses and enables prospective buyers to outline their acquisition and investment needs. Additionally, M&A Cloud provides value estimates to help sellers gauge their business worth, thereby streamlining the transaction process. This approach aims to accelerate growth for seller companies by enhancing their visibility to potential buyers.

Opn

Series C in 2020
SYNQA is a holding company founded in 2015 with expertise in Asia. SYNQA specializes in online payment, blockchain technology for fintech, and digital transformation. SYNQA connects people, businesses and society in innovative ways that spread the wealth of financial opportunity and provide fair and open access to a growing economic ecosystem.

NOT A HOTEL

Venture Round in 2020
Not A Hotel Inc. is engage in development and operation of own hotel brand, it also support for direct to consumer conversion of hotels and inns. The company was founded in 2020 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

creww

Venture Round in 2020
Creww is a startup community for entrepreneurs, where highly motivated people can inspire each other with their innovations. More than 1700 startups have signed up for Creww's online platform. Now Creww is expanding its business to Asia in a beta phase. Through our Creww Collaboration, startups around Asia can partner with larger enterprises to accelerate growth and discover new possibilities.

Zehitomo

Series B in 2020
Zehitomo is a Japanese online platform established in 2015 and based in Tokyo, designed to connect users with local service professionals across various fields, including photography and personal training. The platform facilitates a matching process that allows clients to easily find and hire specialized experts for their needs. By providing this service, Zehitomo not only helps individuals access the expertise they require but also supports local professionals in expanding their businesses and increasing profitability through enhanced visibility and volume of clients.

Luup

Seed Round in 2020
Luup, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in electric micro-mobility sharing services, primarily through its application. Founded in 2018, Luup enables users to rent and return electric kickboards, scooters, and small automatic assist bicycles, enhancing urban transportation options. The platform allows customers to conveniently pick up vehicles from designated locations and drop them off at their desired destinations, facilitating a seamless travel experience. Luup's services extend beyond two-wheelers to include four-wheelers and senior-friendly transportation, aiming to provide a comfortable and enjoyable mobility solution for various users in Japan.

CYDAS

Venture Round in 2020
CYDAS, Inc. was founded with the mission to “Bring out the Talent in People”. Their “Performance Cloud” application is a cloud-based app that improves the performance of people and organizations, increasing the value of the organization. It is said that HR information is a “treasure trove”. “Performance Cloud” goes beyond simply collecting that data by offering you the tools to utilize the data to achieve your objectives. These tools support the growth of your enterprise allowing you to operate more efficiently by optimizing the hiring, assigninment, management, training and evaluation of your people. They encourage you to try out their “Performance Cloud” and see the difference between simply collecting data and using that data to maximize your company’s profits.

Photoruction

Venture Round in 2020
Photoruction, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in Internet services tailored for the construction industry. It offers a cloud platform designed for construction photography and civil engineering support, enabling architects, construction teams, and landowners to effectively document and manage the construction process. The company's offerings include an application that facilitates the digitization of traditionally paper-based work, automates the organization of albums and photos, and enhances data sharing capabilities. Additionally, Photoruction provides an AI engine that interprets information from drawings and photographs, further streamlining the construction documentation and management process.

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.

Antaa

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

COVER Corporation

Venture Round in 2020
COVER Corporation engages in AR compatible virtual live distribution service that allows enterprises developing animation and games to develop interactive programs using 3D characters. The company also license to other companies. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Remohab

Venture Round in 2020
Remohab Corporation designs remote telemedicine for patients with rehabilitation. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Suita City, Japan.

Caulis Inc.

Venture Round in 2020
Caulis Inc. is a cybersecurity startup based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015. The company specializes in designing and developing Fraud Alert, an open security platform that detects fraud and identity theft by analyzing users' online behavior. Through this platform, Caulis Inc. has created a risk detection engine capable of protecting users from malicious access, enhancing security across various devices.

Catallaxy

Venture Round in 2020
Catallaxy Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that operates two primary platforms: Mitsuri and Fabit. Mitsuri serves as a trading platform for web quoting of metal custom parts, catering to sectors such as industrial machinery, factory automation, and facility equipment. Fabit focuses on providing accessible media for the manufacturing industry, enhancing understanding and engagement within the sector. Through these platforms, Catallaxy aims to streamline the interaction between suppliers and customers in Japan's manufacturing landscape.

AIQ

Series B in 2020
AIQ Corporation is a Tokyo-based company established in 2017 that focuses on developing technology related to artificial intelligence and software. It operates an online platform designed to visualize and analyze market insights, enabling businesses to profile potential customers effectively. AIQ also provides tools for conducting customer satisfaction surveys and researching customer attributes, which support efforts in research and development as well as marketing. The company's services aim to enhance understanding of market dynamics and improve customer engagement through data-driven insights.

Rockets

Series A in 2020
Rockets Co., Ltd. develops a customer relationship management solution. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

LegalForce

Series B in 2020
LegalForce, Inc. develops, operates, and maintains software related to legal services. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Theoria

Seed Round in 2020
Theoria, Inc. operates finance consulting question and answer site Okane answer. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Rentio

Venture Round in 2020
Rentio Inc. operates an online platform for selling and leasing camera and home appliances. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

bellFace

Venture Round in 2020
bellFace is an InsideSales System specialized targetted for Business to business sales customer support.No log in, no installation required. No matter where you are, it connects in 5 seconds becacuse it operates in the browser (patented). The audio system is connected through the telephone lines, there is no interruption like with Web meeting systems. bellFace which is specific to sales, comes with document sharing and script function, so your experience is just like face to face communication . It is also suited for inside sales.

Roxx

Series B in 2020
ROXX Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in job placement services for musicians. Established in 2013 and formerly known as Scouter Inc. until its rebranding in July 2019, the company operates various products, including Back Check, a reference check service, and SARDINE, a cloud job database. ROXX focuses on facilitating career opportunities for musicians through its innovative platform and services, contributing to the development and operation of a comprehensive career platform tailored to the unique needs of the music industry.

Clear

Venture Round in 2020
Clear Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates in the sake brewing industry. The company offers a unique subscription service called "SAKELIFE," which allows customers to explore a variety of sake selections delivered directly to their homes. This business model not only promotes the appreciation of sake but also provides consumers with convenient access to different types of this traditional Japanese beverage.

Rehab

Venture Round in 2020
Rehab for Japan Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions for nursing care facilities. Established in 2016, the company focuses on developing a unique rehabilitation platform specifically designed for day service operations. Through its cloud support services, Rehab for Japan aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of rehabilitation processes in nursing care establishments, addressing the growing demand for innovative healthcare solutions in the region.

Caulis Inc.

Venture Round in 2020
Caulis Inc. is a cybersecurity startup based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2015. The company specializes in designing and developing Fraud Alert, an open security platform that detects fraud and identity theft by analyzing users' online behavior. Through this platform, Caulis Inc. has created a risk detection engine capable of protecting users from malicious access, enhancing security across various devices.

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.

Cellusion

Series A in 2020
Cellusion is a regenerative medicine startup from Keio University. The mission of Cellusion is to deliver novel therapies for all bullous keratopathy patients by our iPS cells origin corneal endothelial cells mass culture system.

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.

Wealthnavi

Series D in 2019
WealthNavi Inc. develops and delivers an online asset management and risk management platform. Its cloud-based platform provides robo advisory services that enable users to locate diversified investments internationally. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

neton, Inc.

Venture Round in 2019
neton, Inc. provides cloud based hiring solutions in China. The company will provide web marketing business consulting services. Its web services will include management of cloud based hiring site, such as recruitment chief, template monster Japan, and rank tracker. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Osaka, Japan.

Mazrica

Venture Round in 2019
mazrica, Inc. designs and develops an online business support platform. It also offers business consulting. mazrica, Inc. The company offers senses: a sales force automation(SFA) / customer relationship management (CRM) software, which maximizes organizational performance by intuitively grasp the progress of sales opportunities, centralized information management, and support until operation established. mazrica, Inc. was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Strobolight

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

Legmin

Venture Round in 2019
Legmin inc., an agricultural technology company, develops agricultural robots and offers a management platform for producers using artificial intelligence. The company develops agricultural work robot and management system. Its robot automates leaf vegetable seeding, pesticide and fertilizer application, and harvesting. The solutions also include analyzing images, early detection of diseases and pests, and advice on appropriate timing of scattering of agricultural chemicals. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Chuo, Japan with an additional office in Shizuoka, Japan.

Space BD

Venture Round in 2019
Space BD is a company focused on addressing the challenges associated with the industrialization of space. It aims to serve as a comprehensive solution for businesses developing new technologies by offering a range of space-related services. By adopting a business-driven approach, Space BD seeks to facilitate the commercialization of low Earth orbit, ensuring that scientists and companies can access space without complications. The company's mission is to streamline processes and support innovation within the burgeoning space industry.

toBe Marketing

Venture Round in 2019
ToBe Marketing is an information technology company that provides services to combine marketing automation and CRM. It offers consulting services, IT, and marketing consultation. The company is driven by a mission is to realize the engagement of companies and their customers by creating marketing and sales activities using IT or digital technology. ToBe Marketing was founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

MIL

Venture Round in 2019
MIL is a marketing company it can be used for a wide range of video marketing such as video commerce , O2O measures , recruitment videos , and landing videos.

AI Medical Service

Series B in 2019
AI Medical Service is a start-up company that develops artificial intelligence that brings together the wisdom of Japanese endoscopic specialists and contributes to the development of endoscopic medical care worldwide.

Kakehashi

Series B in 2019
Kakehashi Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in developing software as a service (SaaS) applications for the healthcare sector. Its primary focus is on managing health insurance claims and drug history for dispensing pharmacists, utilizing an iPad-based platform. Kakehashi aims to enhance the pharmacy experience by streamlining operations, such as automatically drafting patient records, which in turn improves patient satisfaction and supports work style reforms within pharmacies. As Japan faces an aging population, Kakehashi's initiatives are designed to contribute to the future of medical care, ensuring that the country's advanced healthcare system continues to support healthy life expectancy.

ARAYA

Series B in 2019
ARAYA Brain Imaging, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software solutions, focusing on a combination of neuroscience and information science. Founded in 2013, ARAYA offers a range of services centered around deep learning technologies, including real-time image recognition and neuro-based marketing. The company provides NeuroProfile, a web-based tool for personalized neuroprediction based on anatomical brain scans, as well as support for MRI analysis and big data analysis. Additionally, ARAYA develops tools and software for brain imaging analysis. Its proprietary deep learning compression technology enhances the efficiency of AI algorithms while maintaining high accuracy, positioning ARAYA at the forefront of next-generation artificial intelligence that aims to bridge the gap towards artificial consciousness.

chikaku

Series B in 2019
Chikaku Inc. manufactures setup boxes for grandparents to watch their grandkids. Its solution allows watching videos and photos on screen by plugging the device. Chikaku Inc. was founded in 2014 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

PATRA Japan

Venture Round in 2019
PATRA is a marketplace that sells multiple corporate brand products produced by influencers in addition to brands originating in-house. PATRA provides a trend media for women who sends the latest in girl trends, watched by more than one million women in the middle of Instagram.

NearMe

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

Gracia Inc.

Series B in 2019
Gracia Inc. owns and operates tanp, a gift platform. The platform provides gift for birthday, anniversary, father’s day, white day, valentine, job celebration, and wedding celebration. Gracia Inc. was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Shinagawa, Japan.

Cytlimic

Series B in 2019
CYTLIMIC is a biotechnology company developing immunotherapy products for the treatment of cancer, including a cancer peptide vaccine. CYTLIMIC’s products aim to activate immune systems to attack cancer cells while enabling patients to maintain a high quality-of-life during treatment.

Crunch Style

Venture Round in 2019
Crunch Style is a flower subscription service that makes it easy to make a flowery life.Deliver seasonal flowers from approximately 70 florists nationwide. Since it is delivered to the post in a special box, you can receive it even if you are away from work or going out.

AI Samurai

Series B in 2019
AI Samurai Inc. engages in the development of artificial intelligence technology. It also specializes in the sale of artificial intelligence technology products; and patent research, and technical investigation. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. It also has a branch office in Osaka.

ExaWizards

Venture Round in 2019
ExaWizards Inc. engages in development of an artificial intelligence (AI) based platform, Coaching AI. It helps users to learn skills and support care giving training for people with dementia. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered 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.

Kyash

Series B in 2019
Kyash Inc. is a fintech platform based in Tokyo, Japan, that offers a mobile banking service primarily through its digital wallet application. Founded in 2015, the company has developed a full-stack banking infrastructure that enables users to make payments at Visa merchants worldwide and facilitates peer-to-peer transfers. Kyash provides prepaid cards featuring a unique design with card details on the back, making it the first Visa card in Japan to incorporate an IC chip and contactless payment functionality without a front-facing card number. The platform is designed to be user-friendly, catering to a mobile-first audience and enabling businesses to issue their own Visa cards through Kyash’s APIs.

TableCheck

Venture Round in 2019
TableCheck Inc is a technology company based in Chuo-ku, Japan, founded in 2011. It develops a mobile application that provides comprehensive restaurant information and facilitates reservations. The software includes features for table management and customer relationship management, enabling restaurant operators to enhance guest engagement and optimize table utilization. By analyzing data from restaurants, TableCheck aims to create a more vibrant dining experience for customers. The company’s tools empower restaurants to deliver seamless experiences, starting from the reservation process to the dining experience. TableCheck, previously known as VESPER Ltd, is available for download on both the Play Store and the App Store.

Roxx

Venture Round in 2019
ROXX Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in job placement services for musicians. Established in 2013 and formerly known as Scouter Inc. until its rebranding in July 2019, the company operates various products, including Back Check, a reference check service, and SARDINE, a cloud job database. ROXX focuses on facilitating career opportunities for musicians through its innovative platform and services, contributing to the development and operation of a comprehensive career platform tailored to the unique needs of the music industry.