SoftBank

SoftBank Group Corp. is a multinational telecommunications and internet corporation based in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1981, it provides a wide range of services including mobile and fixed-line communications, broadband, and digital television. The company operates through several segments, including the SoftBank Vision Fund, which focuses on investing in technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and fintech. Additionally, SoftBank manufactures and distributes mobile devices and offers services in e-commerce, internet advertising, and IT solutions. The firm also engages in renewable energy by generating and supplying electricity. Beyond telecommunications, SoftBank has interests in various sectors, including media, professional sports, and fashion through platforms like ZOZOTOWN. With a global presence, SoftBank actively invests in growth-stage companies, aiming to foster innovation and technological advancement across diverse industries.

Kentaro Matsui

Managing Partner, Asia

Justin Wilson

Partner, Americas

Past deals in Japan

Rapidus

Grant in 2022
Rapidus aims to develop the next generation of logic semiconductors used in computing.

LegalForce

Series D in 2022
LegalForce, Inc. develops, operates, and maintains software related to legal services. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

AI Medical Service

Series C in 2022
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.

Soul Machines

Series B in 2022
Soul Machines Limited develops emotionally responsive avatars that augment and enrich the user experience for artificial intelligence (AI) platforms. The company’s products include Digital DNA Studio, which allows user to build custom digital people for customer care, sales and marketing, brand and influencer, product, wellbeing, people and performance, training and education, and digital innovation purposes. The company was incorporated in 2016 and is headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand with additional offices in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California; New York, New York; London, United Kingdom; Tokyo, Japan; and Melbourne, Australia.

SODA

Series D in 2021
Soda launched its customer-to-customer marketplace Snkrdunk, which now has over 2.5 million monthly users in Japan. Through the platform, users can buy and sell sneakers safely as it offers legitimacy checking services through local authentication provider Fake Busters.

Treasure Data

Venture Round in 2021
Treasure Data, Inc. is a company that specializes in managed cloud services for big data collection, storage, and analysis. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in Tokyo, Japan, the company provides a cloud-based platform that enables businesses to collect, store, and analyze diverse data from multiple sources, such as web, mobile, and sensor data. Its offerings include the Enterprise Fluentd Manager, which enhances its data analytics capabilities with features such as data pipeline monitoring and anomaly detection. Treasure Data serves a wide range of industries, including digital gaming, advertising technology, media, retail, and telecommunications, catering to over 250 corporate customers, including global brands like Subaru and Warner Bros. The company focuses on empowering enterprises to harness their data effectively, thereby enhancing decision-making and improving customer experiences.

Aculys Pharma

Private Equity Round in 2021
Accuris Pharma is a pharmaceutical company that aims to develop innovative and superior medical methods and deliver them to patients.

Gelato

Venture Round in 2021
Gelato is the world’s fastest, smartest and greenest one-stop-shop for customized print products on demand. Our solution enables entrepreneurs, creators, and global brands to sell their products globally and produce them locally in 30 countries, reaching up to 5 billion potential consumers overnight. Thousands of businesses of all sizes - from creators and startups to large enterprises - use Gelato’s software and APIs to scale their e-commerce business to new markets. We have offices in Boston, London, Moscow, Mumbai, Santiago, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Tallinn, and Tokyo. Our headquarter is in Oslo, Norway.

Cybereason

Series F in 2021
Cybereason Inc. develops a comprehensive cybersecurity platform focused on endpoint protection, including endpoint detection and response, anti-ransomware, anti-malware, and antivirus solutions. Founded in 2012 by a team of elite intelligence professionals, the company offers a suite of products designed to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats. Key offerings include Deep Detect & Respond, which analyzes behavioral data to identify suspicious activities; Deep Prevent, aimed at blocking advanced attacks; Deep Investigate, which collects enterprise data for threat analysis; and Deep Respond, a threat detection and response interface. Additionally, Cybereason provides RansomFree, an anti-ransomware solution, alongside various services such as monitoring, investigation, and training. The company is headquartered in Boston and maintains offices in London, Tel Aviv, and Tokyo, leveraging a custom-built in-memory graph to enhance its threat detection capabilities.

Riiid

Series E in 2021
Riiid, established in 2014, is a leading provider of AI tutor solutions that aims to transform the education market through innovative AI technology. The company launched its first commercial product, Santa TOEIC, in 2017, which utilizes a deep learning algorithm and has attracted over one million users in South Korea, demonstrating significant effectiveness. Riiid's AI solutions are designed to replace traditional textbooks and lectures, offering personalized tutoring that surpasses the performance of human tutors while being cost-effective. The company operates Santa TOEIC in Japan and has introduced Santa SAT in Vietnam, with plans for further expansion into new testing areas and geographical markets. By providing adaptive assessment platforms that deliver personalized feedback and targeted learning resources, Riiid empowers students to identify their strengths and weaknesses, track their progress, and achieve their educational goals. Through its efforts, Riiid is driving the democratization of education and reshaping the learning landscape.

Formlabs

Series E in 2021
Formlabs Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing 3D printing systems aimed at professionals in various fields, including engineering, design, education, healthcare, and jewelry. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company has expanded its presence internationally with offices in Germany, Japan, China, Singapore, Hungary, and North Carolina. Formlabs' product lineup features advanced 3D printers, such as the Form 3, Form 3B, and Fuse 1, which utilize Low Force Stereolithography (LFS) technology to deliver high-resolution prints. Additionally, the company provides a range of materials, including standard, castable, flexible, tough, and dental SG options, along with software tools like PreForm for model preparation. Formlabs is recognized for its commitment to innovation, offering post-processing solutions and manufacturing systems that cater to the needs of engineers, designers, and makers worldwide.

OpenStreet

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

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.

DiDi Mobility Japan

Venture Round in 2021
DiDi Mobility is collaboration with taxi operators and related ministries and agencies.

One Tap BUY

Venture Round in 2020
One Tap BUY provides my banker, the financial smartphone application. The application allows its users to select the stocks they want to buy and sell, helps them to decide amounts, and buy stocks by spending a lesser amount of money. Stocks can be traded throughout the day and it also allows its users to buy and sell only profits and keep the stocks with them.

PayPay

Venture Round in 2020
PayPay is an online payment app.This benefit is not applicable when paying with PayPay online payment service. * 2 For PayPay, per person, the “granting limit for one payment” is equivalent to 15,000 yen, and the “total granting limit for one month” is equivalent to 30,000 yen. If you pay by credit card other than Yahoo! Card, the grant rate is 0.5%. * 3 If you pay with a credit card other than Yahoo!

Brain Corp

Series D in 2020
Brain Corp, founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Diego, California, develops a cloud-based artificial intelligence platform that powers self-driving robots. Its flagship product, BrainOS, is an operating system designed to integrate with standard hardware and sensors, providing robots with advanced navigation capabilities in complex environments. The company's technology is utilized in various sectors, including delivery, healthcare, security, and personal services, particularly enhancing the functionality of commercial floor scrubbers. By specializing in robotics, machine learning, and indoor navigation, Brain Corp aims to support the production, deployment, and maintenance of autonomous machines across different industries. The company also has offices in Amsterdam and Tokyo, reflecting its global presence in the robotics market.

C Channel

Venture Round in 2020
C Channel Corporation is a Tokyo-based company that operates an online lifestyle video platform aimed primarily at women aged 20 to 34. Founded in 2015, C Channel provides a variety of content related to fashion, food, hairstyling, makeup, and travel. The platform focuses on delivering engaging video content that informs and inspires its audience, making it a go-to resource for lifestyle-related topics.

Behavox

Venture Round in 2020
Behavox Ltd. specializes in compliance surveillance software, catering primarily to the capital markets sector. Founded in 2014 and based in London, with additional offices in St Petersburg and Tokyo, Behavox offers solutions such as Behavox Compliance, which monitors employee activities and assesses risk, and Behavox Voice, which analyzes voice recordings with features like multi-lingual support. The company's enterprise platform consolidates various data types into a single data lake, enabling users to apply machine learning for detecting misconduct and insider threats. Behavox's technology leverages advanced algorithms and machine learning to continuously enhance detection capabilities. The company aims to address complex challenges in financial services through sophisticated engineering and innovative applications of academic research.

Accel Robotics

Series A in 2019
Accel Robotics Corporation, founded in 2015 and headquartered in La Jolla, California, specializes in artificial intelligence solutions for retail environments. The company has developed an advanced visual intelligence platform that enhances customer experiences through its OMNIO robot, which facilitates a checkout-free shopping process. Shoppers can enter a store, select items, and leave without traditional checkouts, receiving receipts via text or app notifications. This technology empowers retailers to streamline operations, extend their market reach, and increase revenue while providing customers with a convenient shopping experience. Accel Robotics also maintains offices in Tokyo, Japan, and Buenos Aires, Argentina, focusing on areas such as computer vision, product design, and software development.

CBCLOUD

Series B in 2019
CBcloud Co., Ltd. operates a crowd sourcing platform for matching shippers and drivers. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Cybereason

Series E in 2019
Cybereason Inc. develops a comprehensive cybersecurity platform focused on endpoint protection, including endpoint detection and response, anti-ransomware, anti-malware, and antivirus solutions. Founded in 2012 by a team of elite intelligence professionals, the company offers a suite of products designed to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats. Key offerings include Deep Detect & Respond, which analyzes behavioral data to identify suspicious activities; Deep Prevent, aimed at blocking advanced attacks; Deep Investigate, which collects enterprise data for threat analysis; and Deep Respond, a threat detection and response interface. Additionally, Cybereason provides RansomFree, an anti-ransomware solution, alongside various services such as monitoring, investigation, and training. The company is headquartered in Boston and maintains offices in London, Tel Aviv, and Tokyo, leveraging a custom-built in-memory graph to enhance its threat detection capabilities.

PayPay

Corporate Round in 2019
PayPay is an online payment app.This benefit is not applicable when paying with PayPay online payment service. * 2 For PayPay, per person, the “granting limit for one payment” is equivalent to 15,000 yen, and the “total granting limit for one month” is equivalent to 30,000 yen. If you pay by credit card other than Yahoo! Card, the grant rate is 0.5%. * 3 If you pay with a credit card other than Yahoo!

ByteDance

Series E in 2018
ByteDance is an Internet technology company that enables to discover a world of creative content platforms powered by leading technology. It owns a series of content platforms that enable people to connect with consuming and creating content through machine learning technology. With nearly 200 million daily active users each spends an hour every day on their products, the company is dedicated to building connections between people and information. Bytedance also operates a series of products popular with mobile users around the world, including Topbuzz, Flipagram, and a number of UGC short-form video apps. Bytedance was founded in March 2012 and is headquartered in Haidian, China, with offices in the USA and Japan.

One Tap BUY

Corporate Round in 2018
One Tap BUY provides my banker, the financial smartphone application. The application allows its users to select the stocks they want to buy and sell, helps them to decide amounts, and buy stocks by spending a lesser amount of money. Stocks can be traded throughout the day and it also allows its users to buy and sell only profits and keep the stocks with them.

hugmo

Corporate Round in 2018
Hugmo Co., Ltd. develops an application that provides community and parenting content to parenting stakeholders through Information and communications technology. The company provides services, including hugnote that enables communication between day care centers and home; hugphoto that delivers pictures; hugselection that deliver childxare related products directly to home; and huglocation that checks the real time bus location. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Japan. Hugmo Co., Ltd. operates as a subsidiary of SoftBank Group Corp.

Uhuru

Venture Round in 2018
Uhuru Corporation, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in Internet of Things (IoT) products and solutions, as well as cloud computing services. The company provides a range of offerings, including IoT consulting, system integration, data analytics development, and engineering services. It develops cloud systems and solutions aimed at facilitating digital transformation for businesses, focusing on marketing and operational efficiency. Uhuru's enebular platform serves as a data collaboration tool that connects various devices and cloud services, enhancing connectivity and management in the IoT landscape. The company serves notable clients, including Salesforce.com, and aims to address corporate challenges through comprehensive cloud-based solutions.

HI Japan

Venture Round in 2018
HI is a Planning,development, license sales, support content and service planning, production, and operation of middleware.

Uhuru

Venture Round in 2018
Uhuru Corporation, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in Internet of Things (IoT) products and solutions, as well as cloud computing services. The company provides a range of offerings, including IoT consulting, system integration, data analytics development, and engineering services. It develops cloud systems and solutions aimed at facilitating digital transformation for businesses, focusing on marketing and operational efficiency. Uhuru's enebular platform serves as a data collaboration tool that connects various devices and cloud services, enhancing connectivity and management in the IoT landscape. The company serves notable clients, including Salesforce.com, and aims to address corporate challenges through comprehensive cloud-based solutions.

Line Mobile

Acquisition in 2018
Line Mobile is a mobile virtual network operator based in Shinjuku, Japan, and a subsidiary of LINE Corporation. Launched in September 2016, it focuses on enhancing users' mobile experiences by offering services that prioritize simplicity, affordability, and value. The company provides internet access, telecommunications, and internet telephony services, alongside affordable smartphones and SIM cards. A distinctive feature of Line Mobile is its unlimited data usage for major social networks, including LINE, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and the LINE MUSIC service, allowing users to engage with these platforms without impacting their data limits. The plans are designed to be straightforward and tailored to the individual needs and usage behaviors of customers.

SNOW

Series A in 2018
SNOW Inc. is the developer and operator of the SNOW app, a popular platform for taking and sharing selfies and videos enhanced by face recognition technology. Launched in September 2015, the app allows users to apply over 700 stickers and 30 types of filters to their images, fostering creative expression through its unique features, including GIF-enabled chat functionality. Rapid growth in the Asian market, particularly in Korea, Japan, and Taiwan, has led to a significant increase in user engagement, with the app achieving over 100 million subscribers within a year and a half of its launch. In Japan, SNOW has gained exceptional popularity, consistently ranking as the top free app in the Photo & Video category on both the iOS App Store and Google Play. The company continues to innovate and expand its offerings, aiming to enhance communication and sharing experiences among its users.

DELY

Venture Round in 2018
Dely, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the design and development of the Kurashiru software application, which serves as a leading recipe video service in Japan. Kurashiru provides a platform for a diverse range of culinary content, offering users access to numerous engaging cooking videos that showcase various recipes. The service reaches tens of millions of viewers each month, making it a significant resource for individuals seeking inspiration and guidance in their cooking endeavors. Dely's commitment to enhancing the culinary experience is reflected in its daily efforts to create impactful services that resonate with users.

One Tap BUY

Corporate Round in 2017
One Tap BUY provides my banker, the financial smartphone application. The application allows its users to select the stocks they want to buy and sell, helps them to decide amounts, and buy stocks by spending a lesser amount of money. Stocks can be traded throughout the day and it also allows its users to buy and sell only profits and keep the stocks with them.

RPA Holdings Japan

Venture Round in 2017
RPA Holdings, Inc., a holding company, engages in robot outsourcing and transformation business in Japan. It operates PRESCO, an online advertising/affiliate business, as well as offers office-work outsourcing. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Mapbox

Series C in 2017
Mapbox Inc. is a location data platform that specializes in creating custom maps for mobile and web applications, serving a diverse range of industries including logistics, real estate, finance, and health. The company offers a suite of products such as maps, navigation APIs, geocoding services, and satellite imagery, enabling enterprises to enhance their data analysis and visualization capabilities. Mapbox's platform supports over 2.6 million registered developers, providing them with access to a dynamic mapping system that continuously updates based on user activity. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., Mapbox operates internationally, including in Japan, and has been instrumental in empowering major companies like Facebook and IBM with advanced geospatial tools.

Appier

Series C in 2017
Appier Inc. is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence solutions to enhance customer engagement for enterprises. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, Appier offers a range of AI-driven products, including Aideal, which aids in accelerating purchase decisions; AIQUA, a platform for proactive customer engagement based on user behavior; AIXON, a data science platform that enriches customer data for better audience insights and predictive modeling; and CrossX, an AI-powered advertising solution designed for optimal campaign performance. The company serves approximately 1,000 global brands and agencies, facilitating real-time bidding, programmatic media buying, and deep learning capabilities to help businesses target and retain customers effectively. Appier operates in 14 markets across Asia, including major cities such as Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, and Sydney.

Findability Sciences

Series A in 2017
Findability Sciences applies the power of big data, cognitive computing, and artificial intelligence (AI) in its core product: the award winning Findability Platform®. The Findability Platform makes use of its proprietary technologies to add context to data and incorporates self-learning capabilities to deliver turnkey solutions to major global corporations in the insurance, retail, manufacturing, financial services, trading, healthcare, and transportation industries. The Findability Platform’s unique framework makes it possible for business executives to achieve AI competency in just weeks with minimal expense and without dependence on data scientists. The Findability Platform: 1. Unifies structured, unstructured, internal and external data to maximize the value of data assets 2. Enables conversational computing to provide humanlike interactions through chatbots and virtual agents 3. Produces applicative insights that let marketing executives identify and cater to various consumer personas based on their personalities, needs, and values 4. Automatically generates predictions from diverse datasets to create leading indicators in areas such as raw material costs, finished goods pricing, risks of fraud in financial services, and maintenance needs more accurately than ever before possible A SoftBank Corp portfolio company, Findability Sciences is also an investor in both a joint venture with SoftBank and in a privately held predictive modeling technology company. Findability Sciences partners with leading technology providers and is part of the IBM Watson Partner Ecosystem. Headquartered outside Boston, MA, Findability Sciences serves its customers through offices in the United States, Japan, and India.

Brain Corp

Series C in 2017
Brain Corp, founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Diego, California, develops a cloud-based artificial intelligence platform that powers self-driving robots. Its flagship product, BrainOS, is an operating system designed to integrate with standard hardware and sensors, providing robots with advanced navigation capabilities in complex environments. The company's technology is utilized in various sectors, including delivery, healthcare, security, and personal services, particularly enhancing the functionality of commercial floor scrubbers. By specializing in robotics, machine learning, and indoor navigation, Brain Corp aims to support the production, deployment, and maintenance of autonomous machines across different industries. The company also has offices in Amsterdam and Tokyo, reflecting its global presence in the robotics market.

Cybereason

Series D in 2017
Cybereason Inc. develops a comprehensive cybersecurity platform focused on endpoint protection, including endpoint detection and response, anti-ransomware, anti-malware, and antivirus solutions. Founded in 2012 by a team of elite intelligence professionals, the company offers a suite of products designed to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats. Key offerings include Deep Detect & Respond, which analyzes behavioral data to identify suspicious activities; Deep Prevent, aimed at blocking advanced attacks; Deep Investigate, which collects enterprise data for threat analysis; and Deep Respond, a threat detection and response interface. Additionally, Cybereason provides RansomFree, an anti-ransomware solution, alongside various services such as monitoring, investigation, and training. The company is headquartered in Boston and maintains offices in London, Tel Aviv, and Tokyo, leveraging a custom-built in-memory graph to enhance its threat detection capabilities.

Schaft

Acquisition in 2017
Schaft is a robotics company that evolved from the JSK Robotics Laboratory at the University of Tokyo, where significant advancements in humanoid robotics were made under the leadership of Professor Masayuki Inaba. Co-founders Junichi Urata and Yuto Nakanishi, who began their work in the lab around a decade ago, contributed to the development of various humanoid robots, including projects named Kotaro, Kojiro, Kenzo, and Kenshiro. The company specializes in creating robotic technology and hardware tailored for industrial applications, focusing on humanoid bipedal robots. These machines are designed to assist clients in safely performing tasks in hazardous environments, enhancing operational efficiency and safety.

Global Mobility Service

Series B in 2017
Global Mobility Service is a financial service company to Creating new car value created by FinTech and cutting-edge IoT services.

SB Drive

Series A in 2017
SB Drive Corp., founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, is a subsidiary of SoftBank Corp. The company specializes in consulting services related to the operations of autonomous driving technology, focusing on both passenger and logistics sectors. SB Drive is dedicated to developing autonomous vehicle solutions for public transportation, particularly in rural areas, and has conducted social trials utilizing fixed-route public buses and freight trucks equipped with this technology. The company has established partnerships with four municipalities in Japan and aims to conduct public road tests in the near future, with the goal of launching a commercial service in the coming years.

One Tap BUY

Venture Round in 2017
One Tap BUY provides my banker, the financial smartphone application. The application allows its users to select the stocks they want to buy and sell, helps them to decide amounts, and buy stocks by spending a lesser amount of money. Stocks can be traded throughout the day and it also allows its users to buy and sell only profits and keep the stocks with them.

C Channel

Venture Round in 2016
C Channel Corporation is a Tokyo-based company that operates an online lifestyle video platform aimed primarily at women aged 20 to 34. Founded in 2015, C Channel provides a variety of content related to fashion, food, hairstyling, makeup, and travel. The platform focuses on delivering engaging video content that informs and inspires its audience, making it a go-to resource for lifestyle-related topics.

One Tap BUY

Venture Round in 2016
One Tap BUY provides my banker, the financial smartphone application. The application allows its users to select the stocks they want to buy and sell, helps them to decide amounts, and buy stocks by spending a lesser amount of money. Stocks can be traded throughout the day and it also allows its users to buy and sell only profits and keep the stocks with them.

MicroAd

Seed Round in 2016
MicroAd carries out the ad platform and ad network businesses in the field of online advertising. In the ad platform business, they offer MicroAd BLADE, a demand-side platform (DSP), and MicroAd COMPASS, a supply-side platform (SSP). Cutting-edge display ad serving technologies such as these have become the mainstream in the United States. They provide mutually suitable solutions to both advertisers, such as optimized ad serving, and to publishers, such as the maximization of revenue.

Cybereason

Series C in 2015
Cybereason Inc. develops a comprehensive cybersecurity platform focused on endpoint protection, including endpoint detection and response, anti-ransomware, anti-malware, and antivirus solutions. Founded in 2012 by a team of elite intelligence professionals, the company offers a suite of products designed to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats. Key offerings include Deep Detect & Respond, which analyzes behavioral data to identify suspicious activities; Deep Prevent, aimed at blocking advanced attacks; Deep Investigate, which collects enterprise data for threat analysis; and Deep Respond, a threat detection and response interface. Additionally, Cybereason provides RansomFree, an anti-ransomware solution, alongside various services such as monitoring, investigation, and training. The company is headquartered in Boston and maintains offices in London, Tel Aviv, and Tokyo, leveraging a custom-built in-memory graph to enhance its threat detection capabilities.

Origami Labs

Series B in 2015
Origami Labs operates a mobile platform focused on cashless payments, aiming to innovate the future of money, payment, and commerce. Established in 2012, Origami Pay has expanded its services nationwide, enabling transactions at convenience stores, international fast food chains, taxis, department stores, and various retail outlets. Additionally, Origami offers families a private and customizable website that facilitates the sharing of daily updates and cherished memories through photos, videos, and quotes. This dual approach positions Origami Labs at the intersection of financial technology and personal connection, catering to both commercial and familial needs.

eAccess

Acquisition in 2012
eAccess is a Japanese telecommunication company that provides ADSL services to other ISPs.

E-Book Systems

Funding Round in 2004
E-Book Systems Pte Ltd (www.ebooksys.com) was founded in 1998 with a mission to bring the natural look and feel of the paper-based book into the domain of consumer products, computers and the Internet. E-Book Systems' products make use of its patented Digital Flip(R) technology to deliver multimedia content such as digital photographs, animations, text, audio and music via a 3-D Page-Flipping interface, which appears as a virtual book. These contents could be streamed or delivered both online and offline through E-Book Systems' OpenFlip(TM) format. E-Book Systems also offers Digital Rights Management, FlipBook tracking ASP services and Flip Enterprise solutions for publishers and corporations. E-Book Systems, a private ongoing corporation, has offices in Santa Clara, Calif., Beijing, China and Singapore. E-Book Systems' products are distributed worldwide, including the U.S., Europe, Japan and Asia Pacific Region.

GungHo

Corporate Round in 2003
GungHo Online Entertainment, Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 1998 and headquartered in Tokyo. It specializes in the planning, development, operation, and distribution of online video games across various platforms, including smartphones, personal computers, and consoles. The company operates through two main segments: the Personal Computer segment focuses on the distribution and licensing of online games, while the Mobile Consumer segment is dedicated to the development and delivery of games for mobile and handheld devices. GungHo Online Entertainment America, the company's U.S. division established in 2012, collaborates with notable developers to publish network-oriented games for multiple platforms, enhancing its presence in the online gaming community.

GungHo

Corporate Round in 2001
GungHo Online Entertainment, Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 1998 and headquartered in Tokyo. It specializes in the planning, development, operation, and distribution of online video games across various platforms, including smartphones, personal computers, and consoles. The company operates through two main segments: the Personal Computer segment focuses on the distribution and licensing of online games, while the Mobile Consumer segment is dedicated to the development and delivery of games for mobile and handheld devices. GungHo Online Entertainment America, the company's U.S. division established in 2012, collaborates with notable developers to publish network-oriented games for multiple platforms, enhancing its presence in the online gaming community.

KK RioPort.com

Series A in 2001
KK RioPort.com Japan operates as a music application service provider. The company delivers digital media technologies and services, and digital audio solutions. It provides e-commerce and content delivery infrastructure development for e-tailors; encoding, rights management, and hosting services to content holders; and innovative system software, firmware, and support services to Internet appliance and digital home stereo manufacturers.

TurboLinux

Series C in 2000
Turbolinux from its founding in 1995, the foundation of the development capabilities of open source software (OSS), the development and support of the Linux OS, and middleware / application development and delivery of, such as the SI business, expand the business by utilizing the OSS doing. In addition, in order to promote the use of OSS in the business market, we are promoting a wide range of alliances with partner companies.

Beenos

Venture Round in 2000
Beenos is a Tokyo-based venture capital firm that focuses on incubating and investing in early-stage to late-stage startups. Originally founded in 1999 as NetPrice.com, a provider of eCommerce services, the company evolved into a venture capital entity in 2014. Beenos specializes in supporting consumer-facing companies and has a global investment strategy that includes markets such as the United States, India, Indonesia, Japan, and Turkey. The firm offers a comprehensive platform for startups, leveraging an in-house team of experts in engineering, design, data science, and business management to help entrepreneurs bring their ideas to fruition and navigate the dynamic IT industry.

Asia-Net

Venture Round in 2000
Established in 1994 as Japan-Net, Asia-Net has been serving Asia/Pacific-Rim business communities by helping professionals locate job opportunities, while providing companies the premier on-line recruitment service. The Asia-Net community comprises over 140,000 professionals with unique ties to Asia, i.c., Asian nationals, people of Asian heritage (including first, second, and third generation Asian Americans), and others with professional interests in Asia/Pacific-Rim.

DIP.corp

Venture Round in 1999
DIP Corporation (ディップ) (TYO: 2379) is a Japan-based employment agency that links people with the jobs they want. DIP Corporation (ディップ) (TYO: 2379) is a Japan-based employment agency that links people with the jobs they want.

Asteria

Series B in 1999
Infoteria Corporation is a Japanese company that specializes in providing software and related support, consulting, and training.