STRIVE

STRIVE III, the venture capital arm of GREE International, focuses on seed and early-stage investments in internet and mobile companies. Established in 2011 and based in Tokyo, Japan, STRIVE primarily targets businesses operating in sectors such as business-to-business services, e-commerce, advertising technologies, and social services. The firm seeks opportunities in Japan, Southeast Asia, and India, aiming to invest between 30 million to 200 million yen in Southeast Asia and 50 million to 300 million yen in East Asia per company. STRIVE emphasizes selecting companies with strong management teams and significant market potential, engaging actively with its portfolio to support their growth.

Takumi Furushiro

Investment Manager

Ajith Isaac Ph.D

Investment Manager

Tomoyuki Shikata

Investment Manager

Tatsuo Tsutsumi

General Partner

Siddharth Verma

Investment Manager

Past deals in Tokyo

RABO

Series B in 2022
RABO, Inc. is a Japan-based company specializing in the development of Internet of Things (IoT) collar-type wearable devices aimed at monitoring the behavior and health of cats. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Shibuya, RABO designs and manufactures products such as the Catlog pendant and belt, which continuously tracks cats' activity data for health management purposes. The company also offers the Catlog home and a mobile application, allowing cat owners to review their pets' activity and health metrics, including weight and urine volume. RABO distributes its products primarily through online retail channels, catering to the growing demand for pet technology solutions that enhance the well-being of cats.

Orosy

Series A in 2021
Orosy, headquartered in Tokyo, facilitates wholesale transactions between small retailers and makers, craft brands, or smaller manufacturers via its online marketplace. The company offers services such as market development, store credit management, account management, accounts receivable handling, contract negotiation, and invoicing to streamline these connections and enable direct sales from brands to retail stores.

Trustdock

Funding Round in 2021
Trustdock Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing an identity verification platform. The company offers an identity confirmation API service that enables businesses to outsource Know Your Customer (KYC) processes and comply with various regulatory requirements, including laws related to criminal profit transfer prevention and cell phone fraud. Trustdock's platform is versatile and can be integrated with any ID service, making it suitable for a wide range of industries, including FinTech and shared economy sectors. Through its e-KYC and identity confirmation tools, Trustdock facilitates secure and trusted business relationships by providing services such as personal number acquisition, risk assessment, and mailing, allowing individuals and organizations to authenticate digital identities efficiently and effectively.

RABO

Series A in 2021
RABO, Inc. is a Japan-based company specializing in the development of Internet of Things (IoT) collar-type wearable devices aimed at monitoring the behavior and health of cats. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Shibuya, RABO designs and manufactures products such as the Catlog pendant and belt, which continuously tracks cats' activity data for health management purposes. The company also offers the Catlog home and a mobile application, allowing cat owners to review their pets' activity and health metrics, including weight and urine volume. RABO distributes its products primarily through online retail channels, catering to the growing demand for pet technology solutions that enhance the well-being of cats.

Clue

Series B in 2020
CLUE, Inc. is a technology startup based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in drone automation software. Founded in 2014, the company provides various solutions that leverage drone technology for different applications. Its product lineup includes DroneRoofer, designed for exterior roof inspection, construction surveying, and roof area calculations; Drone Construction Management, which facilitates remote construction inspections and cloud collaboration on images captured by drones; and Drone View-kun, aimed at photographing condominiums and properties. Through these offerings, CLUE, Inc. enhances operational efficiency and accuracy in construction and property management.

SkyDrive

Series B in 2020
Founded in 2018, SkyDrive specializes in designing, developing, manufacturing, and selling electric flying cars. Its product offerings include Air Mobility for urban transportation and Cargo Drone for logistics solutions.

BeaTrust

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2020, BeaTrust develops a collaboration platform that enables employees to discover colleagues' skills, interests, and experiences, fostering connections across departments and driving innovation.

PR Table

Series C in 2020
PR Table Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in corporate storytelling through its mobile application. The company offers a public relations platform that enables clients to create, accumulate, and utilize narratives for marketing and advertising purposes. This platform helps corporate clients effectively communicate their stories, focusing on aspects such as recruitment and the sharing of foundational episodes. By streamlining the storytelling process, PR Table aims to enhance how organizations convey their messages and engage with their audiences.

Cover Corporation

Venture Round in 2020
COVER Corporation, founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in augmented reality (AR) compatible virtual live distribution services. The company enables enterprises involved in animation and gaming to create interactive programs featuring 3D characters. In addition to its distribution services, COVER Corporation also manages VTuber offices and develops content to enhance the 2D entertainment landscape. Through its multifaceted approach, the company supports various aspects of the entertainment industry, focusing on innovation and collaboration.

SkyDrive

Series A in 2019
Founded in 2018, SkyDrive specializes in designing, developing, manufacturing, and selling electric flying cars. Its product offerings include Air Mobility for urban transportation and Cargo Drone for logistics solutions.

Zenport

Venture Round in 2019
Zenport Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, develops cloud-based software solutions for shipping management and document management. The company operates under the mission to serve as "the common language for the global supply chain." Zenport offers an enterprise SaaS platform designed for global supply chain management (SCM), enabling various stakeholders to collaborate effectively across borders and functions despite ongoing disruptions in SCM. Their product provides visual insights into clients' SCM processes, supporting decision-making with highly flexible, automated data integration. This is achieved through a patented concept of simplified and standardized data schema, which addresses the inefficiencies of traditional offline communications such as emails, calls, and Excel spreadsheets.

Noin

Series B in 2019
Noin, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in online content creation and media development, with a focus on the cosmetics industry. The company provides services that address contemporary trends and concerns, producing engaging videos and other content aimed at helping its audience. In addition to content creation, Noin also offers sales account management and social media management services tailored for online businesses, enhancing their digital presence and engagement.

Trustdock

Series B in 2019
Trustdock Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing an identity verification platform. The company offers an identity confirmation API service that enables businesses to outsource Know Your Customer (KYC) processes and comply with various regulatory requirements, including laws related to criminal profit transfer prevention and cell phone fraud. Trustdock's platform is versatile and can be integrated with any ID service, making it suitable for a wide range of industries, including FinTech and shared economy sectors. Through its e-KYC and identity confirmation tools, Trustdock facilitates secure and trusted business relationships by providing services such as personal number acquisition, risk assessment, and mailing, allowing individuals and organizations to authenticate digital identities efficiently and effectively.

PR Table

Series B in 2018
PR Table Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in corporate storytelling through its mobile application. The company offers a public relations platform that enables clients to create, accumulate, and utilize narratives for marketing and advertising purposes. This platform helps corporate clients effectively communicate their stories, focusing on aspects such as recruitment and the sharing of foundational episodes. By streamlining the storytelling process, PR Table aims to enhance how organizations convey their messages and engage with their audiences.

Kokopelli

Seed Round in 2018
Kokopelli Inc. is a technology solutions provider based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on serving small and medium-sized enterprises. Founded in 2007, the company develops and offers the management support platform "Big Advance," along with the AI module "FAI," which enhances credit assessments for financial institutions. In addition to these core products, Kokopelli provides a range of services that include management support, task management, productivity tools, bookkeeping, payroll accounting, and web production assistance. Through its innovative solutions, Kokopelli aims to streamline operations and improve efficiency for its clients in Japan's competitive business landscape.

Cover Corporation

Series A in 2018
COVER Corporation, founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in augmented reality (AR) compatible virtual live distribution services. The company enables enterprises involved in animation and gaming to create interactive programs featuring 3D characters. In addition to its distribution services, COVER Corporation also manages VTuber offices and develops content to enhance the 2D entertainment landscape. Through its multifaceted approach, the company supports various aspects of the entertainment industry, focusing on innovation and collaboration.

Noin

Series A in 2018
Noin, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in online content creation and media development, with a focus on the cosmetics industry. The company provides services that address contemporary trends and concerns, producing engaging videos and other content aimed at helping its audience. In addition to content creation, Noin also offers sales account management and social media management services tailored for online businesses, enhancing their digital presence and engagement.

Zenport

Venture Round in 2017
Zenport Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, develops cloud-based software solutions for shipping management and document management. The company operates under the mission to serve as "the common language for the global supply chain." Zenport offers an enterprise SaaS platform designed for global supply chain management (SCM), enabling various stakeholders to collaborate effectively across borders and functions despite ongoing disruptions in SCM. Their product provides visual insights into clients' SCM processes, supporting decision-making with highly flexible, automated data integration. This is achieved through a patented concept of simplified and standardized data schema, which addresses the inefficiencies of traditional offline communications such as emails, calls, and Excel spreadsheets.

Seak

Series A in 2017
Seak Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2014, specializes in developing the Leap platform for agricultural technology. The company focuses on farmland development, facility construction, and provision of cultivation technologies, aiming to empower inexperienced farmers to actively participate in agriculture. Seak's services also include assistance with securing sales channels and arranging funds, enabling amateur farmers to commence and operate their businesses efficiently.

Candee

Series A in 2016
Candee Inc. is a Tokyo-based production company founded in 2015 that specializes in online video production and talent management. The company provides a range of services, including advertising, video editing, branding, content creation, public relations, and digital marketing. Through its online platform, Candee produces advertising and media videos, focusing particularly on mobile content, which allows businesses to effectively advertise and manage talent in the digital space.

WealthNavi

Venture Round in 2016
WealthNavi Inc., established in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and delivering a cloud-based online platform for asset management and risk management. This platform offers robo-advisory services, enabling users to discover diversified investment opportunities globally. The company's core offering is a risk management algorithm-driven platform designed to assist asset managers in their decision-making processes.

Kaizen Platform

Series B in 2016
Founded in 2013, Kaizen Platform Inc. offers a digital marketing platform enabling brands, agencies, and freelancers to collaborate on creating and testing customer journey experiences across mobile, social media, display ads, and landing pages. Serving sectors like retail, finance, travel, and tech, the company combines multichannel marketing software with a cloud of designers and copywriters for improved performance.

WealthNavi

Series A in 2015
WealthNavi Inc., established in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and delivering a cloud-based online platform for asset management and risk management. This platform offers robo-advisory services, enabling users to discover diversified investment opportunities globally. The company's core offering is a risk management algorithm-driven platform designed to assist asset managers in their decision-making processes.

Viibar

Series B in 2015
Viibar Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in video production through a cloud sourcing platform. Founded in 2013, Viibar offers a range of services including video marketing and video-related crowd sourcing. The company focuses on leveraging technology to enhance the use of video by businesses and individuals, operating in areas such as Video SaaS, digital transformation for media platforms, and live event success. Viibar aims to expand the potential of video content and contribute positively to the world through its innovative solutions.

Kaizen Platform

Series A in 2015
Founded in 2013, Kaizen Platform Inc. offers a digital marketing platform enabling brands, agencies, and freelancers to collaborate on creating and testing customer journey experiences across mobile, social media, display ads, and landing pages. Serving sectors like retail, finance, travel, and tech, the company combines multichannel marketing software with a cloud of designers and copywriters for improved performance.

Raksul

Series C in 2015
Raksul Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing comprehensive printing services in Japan. Founded in 2009, Raksul offers a wide range of printed products, including flyers, business cards, pamphlets, posters, New Year’s cards, and various promotional materials. The company operates as a B2B platform, facilitating a streamlined connection between small and medium-sized enterprises and existing players in the printing, logistics, and advertising industries. By leveraging a sharing economy model, Raksul enables customers to access excess capacities from these industries at competitive prices, thereby simplifying traditional value chains and promoting efficiency.

Emotion Tech

Seed Round in 2015
Emotion Tech Inc. is a technology company focused on developing solutions that investigate, analyze, and visualize the emotions of customers and employees during various experiences. The company provides a cloud-based service that captures and analyzes customer feedback, enhancing management decision-making. Its proprietary platforms, Wizpra NPS for user experience management and Wizpra Card for employee experience management, allow real-time collection and analysis of emotional data, assisting businesses across various sectors such as e-commerce, apparel, fitness, communication, and sports manufacturing. Emotion Tech, founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, has established itself as a significant player in the field, with over 1,000 retail clients leveraging its solutions since the introduction of its platforms in 2014. The company aims to help organizations improve employee productivity, turnover rates, and overall operational effectiveness through insights derived from emotional data.

Emotion Tech

Seed Round in 2014
Emotion Tech Inc. is a technology company focused on developing solutions that investigate, analyze, and visualize the emotions of customers and employees during various experiences. The company provides a cloud-based service that captures and analyzes customer feedback, enhancing management decision-making. Its proprietary platforms, Wizpra NPS for user experience management and Wizpra Card for employee experience management, allow real-time collection and analysis of emotional data, assisting businesses across various sectors such as e-commerce, apparel, fitness, communication, and sports manufacturing. Emotion Tech, founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, has established itself as a significant player in the field, with over 1,000 retail clients leveraging its solutions since the introduction of its platforms in 2014. The company aims to help organizations improve employee productivity, turnover rates, and overall operational effectiveness through insights derived from emotional data.

Accounting SaaS Japan

Venture Round in 2014
Accounting SaaS Japan Co., Ltd., established in Tokyo, specializes in developing cloud-based accounting and tax application software.

Kaizen Platform

Series A in 2014
Founded in 2013, Kaizen Platform Inc. offers a digital marketing platform enabling brands, agencies, and freelancers to collaborate on creating and testing customer journey experiences across mobile, social media, display ads, and landing pages. Serving sectors like retail, finance, travel, and tech, the company combines multichannel marketing software with a cloud of designers and copywriters for improved performance.

Viibar

Series A in 2014
Viibar Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in video production through a cloud sourcing platform. Founded in 2013, Viibar offers a range of services including video marketing and video-related crowd sourcing. The company focuses on leveraging technology to enhance the use of video by businesses and individuals, operating in areas such as Video SaaS, digital transformation for media platforms, and live event success. Viibar aims to expand the potential of video content and contribute positively to the world through its innovative solutions.

Kaizen Platform

Seed Round in 2013
Founded in 2013, Kaizen Platform Inc. offers a digital marketing platform enabling brands, agencies, and freelancers to collaborate on creating and testing customer journey experiences across mobile, social media, display ads, and landing pages. Serving sectors like retail, finance, travel, and tech, the company combines multichannel marketing software with a cloud of designers and copywriters for improved performance.

Accounting SaaS Japan

Series A in 2013
Accounting SaaS Japan Co., Ltd., established in Tokyo, specializes in developing cloud-based accounting and tax application software.

Star Festival

Venture Round in 2012
Star Festival Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that operates Gochikuru, an e-commerce platform focused on meal delivery services. Founded in 2009, the company assists restaurants in entering the ready-made meal and delivery market by managing all aspects of product development, sales channels, sales promotion, order acceptance, payment processing, and delivery logistics. Star Festival also leverages its manufacturing and distribution networks to provide comprehensive services for food service operations, including lunchbox delivery and catering, tailored for both private and business events. Through its platform, users can easily find and order meals that meet their specific needs.
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