WiL (World Innovation Lab)

WiL (World Innovation Lab) is a venture capital firm headquartered in Palo Alto with an office in Tokyo. It partners with global corporations and government entities to act as a bridge between startups and corporates in the United States and Asia, with a particular focus on Japan. The firm helps portfolio companies by forging corporate partnerships that enable U.S. and European startups to scale globally and Japanese startups to innovate and internationalize. WiL invests across seed, early, and later stages in sectors including fintech, insurtech, automation, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, developer tools, health tech, sustainability, artificial intelligence, machine learning, SaaS, consumer products and services, and information technology. It has backed exits such as Asana, Mercari, Raksul, Wise and Auth0, demonstrating a track record of guiding companies to public markets or strategic acquisitions. Beyond direct investing, WiL also commits capital to venture funds and collaborates with corporate investors to advance innovation capabilities, partnerships, and organizational change within their ecosystems.

Clifford Cohn

Investor

Todd Grover

Principal

Gen Isayama

General Partner

Aki Jiang

Principal

Arata Kokaji

Principal

Aki Koto

Partner, Corporate Innovation

Masaya Kubota

Partner

Masataka Matsumoto

Co-Founder and General Partner

Toshimichi Namba

Partner

Mike Sarchet

Investor

Yamato Sasagawa

Investor

Tomo Shikata

Investor

Tsune Shirota

Partner

Rob Theis

General Partner and CIO

Clifford Cohn

Principal

Past deals in Japan

Autify

Series B in 2024
Autify, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in artificial intelligence-driven software testing automation. Its primary offering, Autify No Code, allows users to create automated end-to-end tests for applications without the need for extensive coding knowledge. The platform monitors user interface changes and automatically updates affected test scenarios with each software release. Additionally, Autify has introduced a product named Zenes, which leverages AI to facilitate the creation of new software tests by enabling users to interact directly with an AI agent that generates tests based on product documentation. The platform includes features such as cross-browser testing, email testing, local replay, service integration, and parallel execution, all designed to enhance the productivity and accuracy of quality assurance teams.

MICIN

Series C in 2023
MICIN develops AI-driven software solutions for healthcare organizations. Its flagship product is a smart clinic platform that facilitates remote patient-doctor interactions via video chat, prescription management, and disease tracking tools. The company also offers data analytics services for insurers and consulting on medical institution management.

CADDi

Series C in 2023
CADDi is a Japan-based platform that combines online procurement for industrial products with an AI-powered data platform that digitizes and analyzes manufacturing drawings and procurement information. It tracks industrial products across the manufacturing supply chain and automates extraction of details from drawings and handwritten documents into searchable digital records. Through Realize DX, the platform integrates goods and software to streamline procurement, reduce expenses, and improve quality, cost, and delivery while enabling capacity expansion. The data platform provides procurement intelligence and supply chain data to help manufacturers consolidate insights and support sourcing decisions. CADDi is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

LegalOn Technologies

Series D in 2022
LegalOn Technologies offers AI-powered contract review software that helps legal teams review and negotiate contracts faster and more accurately. The platform combines artificial intelligence with attorney expertise to identify contract risks, generate precise redlines, and enforce organization-specific standards. It supports a range of contract operations, including search, storage, and comparison, and includes an AI assistant with answers to contract questions, available online and integrated with Microsoft Word. The solution is used by thousands of companies and firms worldwide and includes customizable playbooks that provide immediate, real-world value. Founded in 2017, LegalOn serves a global customer base and focuses on improving speed, risk management, and efficiency in contract workflows.

LegalForce

Series D in 2022
LegalForce, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing software for legal services. It operates an AI-powered contract management platform designed to assist legal professionals in contract review. By utilizing natural language processing and other advanced technologies, LegalForce's platform helps users analyze contracts based on their specific types, while identifying potentially omitted or risky clauses. This functionality aids legal professionals in preventing oversights and enhancing the quality and efficiency of their operations, ultimately strengthening their legal systems.

Sumutasu

Series B in 2022
Sumutasu Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2018, operates an online platform that facilitates swift buying and selling of residential properties. The company employs artificial intelligence technology to streamline transactions, offering direct purchase and sale services for real estate assets. Sumutasu's mission is to empower individuals with the freedom to make ideal housing choices.

AI Medical Service

Series C in 2022
AI Medical Service Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, focuses on the development of artificial intelligence technologies aimed at enhancing endoscopic medical care. The company specializes in creating extensive training data to analyze endoscopic images, which assists endoscopists in diagnosing conditions within the digestive tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and intestines. By integrating the expertise of Japanese endoscopic specialists, AI Medical Service aims to support safe clinical practices while ensuring that the final diagnosis remains in the hands of medical professionals rather than the software. This innovative approach seeks to improve the efficiency and accuracy of endoscopic procedures worldwide.

Autify

Series A in 2021
Autify, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2016 that specializes in artificial intelligence-driven software testing automation. Its primary offering, Autify No Code, allows users to create automated end-to-end tests for applications without the need for extensive coding knowledge. The platform monitors user interface changes and automatically updates affected test scenarios with each software release. Additionally, Autify has introduced a product named Zenes, which leverages AI to facilitate the creation of new software tests by enabling users to interact directly with an AI agent that generates tests based on product documentation. The platform includes features such as cross-browser testing, email testing, local replay, service integration, and parallel execution, all designed to enhance the productivity and accuracy of quality assurance teams.

CADDi

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

SORACOM

Venture Round in 2021
SORACOM is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing an Internet of Things (IoT) platform designed to facilitate data communication for IoT and M2M (machine-to-machine) devices. The platform leverages scalable cloud technologies running on Amazon Web Services, enabling IoT solution developers to efficiently deploy and enhance their services while accommodating a variety of needs through flexible and customizable options. SORACOM enhances the security and reliability of data transfer across numerous devices and custom protocols, significantly reducing both time-to-market and costs associated with IoT services. Key offerings include SORACOM Air, which provides mobile data communication for IoT devices through its "Air SIM," allowing users to manage settings and monitor data traffic via a web console or API. Additionally, SORACOM Beam enables secure offloading of data from IoT devices to the cloud, ensuring high encryption and remote management capabilities without direct Internet exposure. Since its official launch in September 2015, SORACOM has positioned itself as a comprehensive provider of IoT solutions.

Stockmark

Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2015, Stockmark specializes in developing and operating business decision support services. It leverages artificial intelligence technology, particularly natural language processing, to extract user preferences, predict market trends, and facilitate efficient corporate culture transformation.

LegalForce

Series C in 2021
LegalForce, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing software for legal services. It operates an AI-powered contract management platform designed to assist legal professionals in contract review. By utilizing natural language processing and other advanced technologies, LegalForce's platform helps users analyze contracts based on their specific types, while identifying potentially omitted or risky clauses. This functionality aids legal professionals in preventing oversights and enhancing the quality and efficiency of their operations, ultimately strengthening their legal systems.

LegalOn Technologies

Series C in 2021
LegalOn Technologies offers AI-powered contract review software that helps legal teams review and negotiate contracts faster and more accurately. The platform combines artificial intelligence with attorney expertise to identify contract risks, generate precise redlines, and enforce organization-specific standards. It supports a range of contract operations, including search, storage, and comparison, and includes an AI assistant with answers to contract questions, available online and integrated with Microsoft Word. The solution is used by thousands of companies and firms worldwide and includes customizable playbooks that provide immediate, real-world value. Founded in 2017, LegalOn serves a global customer base and focuses on improving speed, risk management, and efficiency in contract workflows.

Digital Grid

Corporate Round in 2020
Founded in 2013, Digital Grid operates a platform facilitating retail electricity supply contracts, targeting non-electrified areas and off-grid communities, primarily in Africa. It offers fee-based charging services through local kiosks for electronic devices, along with rental rechargeable devices and leasing instruments such as solar panels and batteries.

hey Japan

Series E in 2020
Hey, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in the integration, planning, development, and management of e-commerce portals and businesses. The company aims to foster an economy driven by commitment, passion, and enjoyment. It supports the digital transformation of businesses by providing solutions for opening online shops, implementing point-of-sale cash registers, enabling cashless payment systems, and facilitating online reservation systems. Through its innovative approach, Hey, Inc. plays a significant role in enhancing the digital landscape for various enterprises in Japan.

Auth0

Series F in 2020
Auth0, Inc. is a cloud-based identity platform that specializes in providing authentication and authorization solutions for developers and security professionals. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the company offers a comprehensive suite of APIs and tools that streamline the process of user authentication across various applications and platforms. The platform supports single sign-on capabilities, allowing users to authenticate via multiple identity providers while enabling developers to customize the authentication pipeline. Auth0's services also include multi-factor authentication and passwordless login options, enhancing security and user experience. Additionally, the company offers Auth0 Signals, a set of threat intelligence tools designed to protect against identity attacks by leveraging information from the dark web. With a global presence that includes offices in London, Singapore, Buenos Aires, Sydney, and Tokyo, Auth0 serves a diverse clientele, ranging from startups to large enterprises.

BizteX

Series C in 2020
BizteX, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing cloud-based robotic process automation (RPA) solutions. The company offers its flagship service, BizteX Cobit, which utilizes artificial intelligence to automate routine tasks, allowing businesses to streamline operations and improve efficiency. By providing a digital robot that can perform repetitive functions with minimal human intervention, BizteX aims to enhance productivity and creativity within organizations. The software is designed to be user-friendly, enabling automation through a web browser, thus allowing businesses to focus their resources on more strategic activities.

LegalForce

Series B in 2020
LegalForce, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing software for legal services. It operates an AI-powered contract management platform designed to assist legal professionals in contract review. By utilizing natural language processing and other advanced technologies, LegalForce's platform helps users analyze contracts based on their specific types, while identifying potentially omitted or risky clauses. This functionality aids legal professionals in preventing oversights and enhancing the quality and efficiency of their operations, ultimately strengthening their legal systems.

Stockmark

Series A in 2020
Founded in 2015, Stockmark specializes in developing and operating business decision support services. It leverages artificial intelligence technology, particularly natural language processing, to extract user preferences, predict market trends, and facilitate efficient corporate culture transformation.

Flywheel

Series A in 2020
Flywheel Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-based platform designed to streamline data management. The platform collects and analyzes various types of data, including inventory, logistics, and delivery information, to facilitate informed decision-making related to advertising and site content. In addition to its core platform, Flywheel provides consulting services focused on data and product development across multiple sectors, including retail, distribution, media entertainment, transportation, manufacturing, and finance.

Hosty

Series E in 2020
Hosty Inc. is a company based in Fukuoka, Japan, that owns and operates a chain of unmanned hotels under the brand name Mizuka. Founded in 2015, Hosty focuses on providing affordable accommodation options for travelers through its compact hotel concept. Each hotel offers fully equipped accommodations with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, allowing guests to enjoy a convenient stay without the need for on-site staff. The company's innovative approach to hotel management emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness, catering to the growing demand for budget-friendly lodging solutions.

LegalOn Technologies

Series B in 2020
LegalOn Technologies offers AI-powered contract review software that helps legal teams review and negotiate contracts faster and more accurately. The platform combines artificial intelligence with attorney expertise to identify contract risks, generate precise redlines, and enforce organization-specific standards. It supports a range of contract operations, including search, storage, and comparison, and includes an AI assistant with answers to contract questions, available online and integrated with Microsoft Word. The solution is used by thousands of companies and firms worldwide and includes customizable playbooks that provide immediate, real-world value. Founded in 2017, LegalOn serves a global customer base and focuses on improving speed, risk management, and efficiency in contract workflows.

Sumutasu

Seed Round in 2019
Sumutasu Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2018, operates an online platform that facilitates swift buying and selling of residential properties. The company employs artificial intelligence technology to streamline transactions, offering direct purchase and sale services for real estate assets. Sumutasu's mission is to empower individuals with the freedom to make ideal housing choices.

AI Medical Service

Series B in 2019
AI Medical Service Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, focuses on the development of artificial intelligence technologies aimed at enhancing endoscopic medical care. The company specializes in creating extensive training data to analyze endoscopic images, which assists endoscopists in diagnosing conditions within the digestive tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and intestines. By integrating the expertise of Japanese endoscopic specialists, AI Medical Service aims to support safe clinical practices while ensuring that the final diagnosis remains in the hands of medical professionals rather than the software. This innovative approach seeks to improve the efficiency and accuracy of endoscopic procedures worldwide.

Digital Grid

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2013, Digital Grid operates a platform facilitating retail electricity supply contracts, targeting non-electrified areas and off-grid communities, primarily in Africa. It offers fee-based charging services through local kiosks for electronic devices, along with rental rechargeable devices and leasing instruments such as solar panels and batteries.

DataRobot

Series E in 2019
DataRobot develops an automated machine learning platform that enables users across various industries to build predictive models. Its cloud-based solution, DataRobot Cloud, offers a project-based curriculum for gaining insights from data scientists. The company also provides DataRobot MLOps for deploying and managing machine learning models, along with enterprise features like flexible deployment and governance in its DataRobot Enterprise solution.

Ghelia

Series B in 2019
Founded in 2017, Ghelia develops integrated AI solutions for business operations. Its offerings include Deep Station, deep learning hardware, and Deep Analyzer, a learning software. The company aims to make advanced deep learning technology accessible and beneficial to diverse users.

Solairo

Series A in 2019
Solairo, Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in developing and offering an integrated fashion coordinate application and e-commerce portal known as "PRIMODE." The company focuses on enhancing the online shopping experience through its customer service solutions, which include an AI-powered chat management platform. This platform features an automatic response system that engages with customers via chat and analyzes chat log data to provide insights into customer behavior. By leveraging these capabilities, Solairo aims to improve purchasing rates and increase the lifetime value of customers for businesses utilizing its services.

SmartHR

Series C in 2019
SmartHR, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based human resources management software. Founded in 2013, SmartHR provides a comprehensive platform designed to automate procedures related to social insurance and employment insurance. The software enables users to fill out online forms and generate digital versions of essential documents such as pension and employment insurance paperwork, which can be submitted electronically. By offering a suite of technology-enabled solutions for employee management, talent management, and overall HR administration, SmartHR caters to a wide range of businesses, from large enterprises to small and medium-sized enterprises. Through its innovative approach, SmartHR aims to streamline HR processes and enhance employee productivity.

MeetsMore

Series A in 2019
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2017, MeetsMore develops software that connects local businesses with clients. Its platform facilitates customer acquisition and quotation processing for various face-to-face service providers such as photographers, event planners, and other professionals.

Amadeus Code

Series A in 2019
Amadeus Code, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in artificial intelligence-powered music composition. Founded in November 2017, it offers a music generation platform that enables users to create and edit music in real-time. The application allows users to generate chord changes, basslines, and beats tailored to their preferences while providing access to a library of popular tracks. This platform facilitates collaboration among composers, allowing them to share their creations and co-author songs across multiple environments, enhancing the music creation process.

Auth0

Series E in 2019
Auth0, Inc. is a cloud-based identity platform that specializes in providing authentication and authorization solutions for developers and security professionals. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the company offers a comprehensive suite of APIs and tools that streamline the process of user authentication across various applications and platforms. The platform supports single sign-on capabilities, allowing users to authenticate via multiple identity providers while enabling developers to customize the authentication pipeline. Auth0's services also include multi-factor authentication and passwordless login options, enhancing security and user experience. Additionally, the company offers Auth0 Signals, a set of threat intelligence tools designed to protect against identity attacks by leveraging information from the dark web. With a global presence that includes offices in London, Singapore, Buenos Aires, Sydney, and Tokyo, Auth0 serves a diverse clientele, ranging from startups to large enterprises.

Smiloops

Series D in 2019
Smiloops, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company focused on developing and operating information technology services, outsourcing solutions, and web consulting. The firm specializes in planning and implementing internet services and has created a chat-type job change recommendation application aimed at assisting professionals in finding new career opportunities. This platform allows users to efficiently search for jobs while providing expert guidance on career transitions, thereby facilitating easier job switching for its clients.

Enageed

Series A in 2019
Enageed Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in designing, developing, and selling educational content tailored for academic institutions and corporate training. Founded in 2012, Enageed offers a range of products including auxiliary teaching materials, such as textbooks and multimedia resources for high school students, as well as training and human resource development software for corporate clients. The company leverages advanced design and imaging technology to transform educational content into engaging formats, including games and videos, to enhance learning experiences and help students recognize and develop their potential.

CADDi

Series A in 2018
CADDi is a Japan-based platform that combines online procurement for industrial products with an AI-powered data platform that digitizes and analyzes manufacturing drawings and procurement information. It tracks industrial products across the manufacturing supply chain and automates extraction of details from drawings and handwritten documents into searchable digital records. Through Realize DX, the platform integrates goods and software to streamline procurement, reduce expenses, and improve quality, cost, and delivery while enabling capacity expansion. The data platform provides procurement intelligence and supply chain data to help manufacturers consolidate insights and support sourcing decisions. CADDi is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Open8

Series B in 2018
Open8 Inc is a Tokyo-based content technology company founded on April 10, 2015. It specializes in providing marketing services through smart devices and offers a suite of solutions including software as a service (SaaS), application programming interfaces (API), and machine learning as a service (MLaaS). Open8 has developed a video editing cloud platform designed to simplify the creation of video content for businesses, allowing users to produce promotional videos without the need for specialized knowledge. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the platform enables the efficient generation and distribution of various video materials across multiple platforms, helping businesses reduce costs and enhance their marketing efforts.

BizteX

Series B in 2018
BizteX, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing cloud-based robotic process automation (RPA) solutions. The company offers its flagship service, BizteX Cobit, which utilizes artificial intelligence to automate routine tasks, allowing businesses to streamline operations and improve efficiency. By providing a digital robot that can perform repetitive functions with minimal human intervention, BizteX aims to enhance productivity and creativity within organizations. The software is designed to be user-friendly, enabling automation through a web browser, thus allowing businesses to focus their resources on more strategic activities.

hey Japan

Series D in 2018
Hey, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in the integration, planning, development, and management of e-commerce portals and businesses. The company aims to foster an economy driven by commitment, passion, and enjoyment. It supports the digital transformation of businesses by providing solutions for opening online shops, implementing point-of-sale cash registers, enabling cashless payment systems, and facilitating online reservation systems. Through its innovative approach, Hey, Inc. plays a significant role in enhancing the digital landscape for various enterprises in Japan.

Ghelia

Series A in 2018
Founded in 2017, Ghelia develops integrated AI solutions for business operations. Its offerings include Deep Station, deep learning hardware, and Deep Analyzer, a learning software. The company aims to make advanced deep learning technology accessible and beneficial to diverse users.

Auth0

Series D in 2018
Auth0, Inc. is a cloud-based identity platform that specializes in providing authentication and authorization solutions for developers and security professionals. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, the company offers a comprehensive suite of APIs and tools that streamline the process of user authentication across various applications and platforms. The platform supports single sign-on capabilities, allowing users to authenticate via multiple identity providers while enabling developers to customize the authentication pipeline. Auth0's services also include multi-factor authentication and passwordless login options, enhancing security and user experience. Additionally, the company offers Auth0 Signals, a set of threat intelligence tools designed to protect against identity attacks by leveraging information from the dark web. With a global presence that includes offices in London, Singapore, Buenos Aires, Sydney, and Tokyo, Auth0 serves a diverse clientele, ranging from startups to large enterprises.

Ghelia

Seed Round in 2017
Founded in 2017, Ghelia develops integrated AI solutions for business operations. Its offerings include Deep Station, deep learning hardware, and Deep Analyzer, a learning software. The company aims to make advanced deep learning technology accessible and beneficial to diverse users.

Coincheck

Venture Round in 2017
Founded in Tokyo, Japan in 2012, Coincheck operates a cryptocurrency exchange platform. It facilitates trading of various cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, offers payment services, and develops trading software.

XTREME-D

Series A in 2017
XTREME-D specializes in cloud-based high-performance computing. Founded by Naoki Shibata in Tokyo, February 2015, the company offers XTREME-DNA, a service enabling users to create virtual supercomputing clusters on demand within minutes.

Groovenauts

Series A in 2017
Groovenauts, Inc. is a technology company based in Fukuoka-shi, Japan, founded in 2011, that specializes in cloud-based services aimed at harnessing the potential of smart devices and big data. The company provides a game cloud service solution through its Tengine Framework, which facilitates resource management and job control in distributed environments. In addition, Groovenauts employs advanced technologies such as quantum computing and machine learning to enhance its offerings. Its platform is designed to make big data and machine learning tools accessible, enabling users to develop innovative services across various sectors, including gaming, automotive, and the Internet of Things. Through its consulting services, Groovenauts supports businesses in commercializing next-generation information technology solutions.

Inagora

Series D in 2016
Inagora Inc. is a cross-border e-commerce company based in Minato, Japan, founded in 2014. It develops a platform that facilitates the sale of Japanese products, primarily to a Chinese customer base, through its mobile application Wando. The platform aids Japanese companies in connecting with overseas customers and simplifies cross-border transactions by addressing currency risks and providing logistics support. Inagora's online marketplace, Wandou, features approximately 40,000 products, emphasizing categories such as cosmetics, clothing, and food, and serves around 3 million users. The company is dedicated to enhancing the accessibility of Japanese goods in international markets.

Toreta

Series D in 2016
Toreta, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in developing a mobile application for restaurant reservation management. The application automates the recording of reservation conversations with customers and generates customer ledgers based on this information. It allows restaurants to accept reservations online at any time, enhancing operational efficiency. In addition to its core reservation system, Toreta has expanded its services to include mobile order capabilities and an AI-based reservation reception service, enabling users to check table availability at participating restaurants.

SmartHR

Series A in 2016
SmartHR, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing cloud-based human resources management software. Founded in 2013, SmartHR provides a comprehensive platform designed to automate procedures related to social insurance and employment insurance. The software enables users to fill out online forms and generate digital versions of essential documents such as pension and employment insurance paperwork, which can be submitted electronically. By offering a suite of technology-enabled solutions for employee management, talent management, and overall HR administration, SmartHR caters to a wide range of businesses, from large enterprises to small and medium-sized enterprises. Through its innovative approach, SmartHR aims to streamline HR processes and enhance employee productivity.

Retty

Series D in 2016
Retty Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2010, operates a gourmet platform named Retty. This platform specializes in providing information about restaurants across Japan, with a focus on user-generated reviews and recommendations. It facilitates users to search for dining options based on store details and offers a social aspect by allowing individuals to share their restaurant experiences or plans with friends, making decision-making easier.

SORACOM

Series B in 2016
SORACOM is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing an Internet of Things (IoT) platform designed to facilitate data communication for IoT and M2M (machine-to-machine) devices. The platform leverages scalable cloud technologies running on Amazon Web Services, enabling IoT solution developers to efficiently deploy and enhance their services while accommodating a variety of needs through flexible and customizable options. SORACOM enhances the security and reliability of data transfer across numerous devices and custom protocols, significantly reducing both time-to-market and costs associated with IoT services. Key offerings include SORACOM Air, which provides mobile data communication for IoT devices through its "Air SIM," allowing users to manage settings and monitor data traffic via a web console or API. Additionally, SORACOM Beam enables secure offloading of data from IoT devices to the cloud, ensuring high encryption and remote management capabilities without direct Internet exposure. Since its official launch in September 2015, SORACOM has positioned itself as a comprehensive provider of IoT solutions.

Mercari

Series D in 2016
Mercari, Inc. is a leading marketplace application operating in Japan, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, the company facilitates the buying and selling of new and used items, including electronics, clothing, and books, through its user-friendly mobile platform. Mercari has gained significant traction, with over 100 million downloads and a strong presence as one of the largest peer-to-peer selling platforms globally. In Japan, it dominates the consumer-to-consumer (C2C) marketplace, holding over 70% of the market share and reporting more than 22 million monthly active users. In fiscal year 2022, the application recorded a gross merchandise value of over JPY 893 billion, with the domestic segment contributing over 95% of its total GMV. Furthermore, Mercari is involved in the development and management of internet services, enhancing its position as a comprehensive solution for consumers looking to engage in the second-hand goods market.

Hyakusenrenma

Series B in 2016
Hyakusenrenma Inc. is a Japanese company that specializes in developing and operating web-based platforms for vacation rentals. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Sendai-shi, Japan, the company primarily caters to foreign travelers by providing home renting services through a diverse range of listed properties. In addition to vacation rentals, Hyakusenrenma offers home stay services for events in rural locations such as farmhouses. The company's platforms, Stay Japan and Tomarina, facilitate the discovery and booking of short-term accommodations while promoting regional revitalization through increased travel demand and cultural exchange. With a focus on enhancing its business infrastructure and global marketing efforts, Hyakusenrenma aims to expand its property offerings and position private house stays as a primary travel choice for visitors to Japan.

Toreta

Series C in 2015
Toreta, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in developing a mobile application for restaurant reservation management. The application automates the recording of reservation conversations with customers and generates customer ledgers based on this information. It allows restaurants to accept reservations online at any time, enhancing operational efficiency. In addition to its core reservation system, Toreta has expanded its services to include mobile order capabilities and an AI-based reservation reception service, enabling users to check table availability at participating restaurants.

SORACOM

Series A in 2015
SORACOM is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing an Internet of Things (IoT) platform designed to facilitate data communication for IoT and M2M (machine-to-machine) devices. The platform leverages scalable cloud technologies running on Amazon Web Services, enabling IoT solution developers to efficiently deploy and enhance their services while accommodating a variety of needs through flexible and customizable options. SORACOM enhances the security and reliability of data transfer across numerous devices and custom protocols, significantly reducing both time-to-market and costs associated with IoT services. Key offerings include SORACOM Air, which provides mobile data communication for IoT devices through its "Air SIM," allowing users to manage settings and monitor data traffic via a web console or API. Additionally, SORACOM Beam enables secure offloading of data from IoT devices to the cloud, ensuring high encryption and remote management capabilities without direct Internet exposure. Since its official launch in September 2015, SORACOM has positioned itself as a comprehensive provider of IoT solutions.

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.

Mercari

Series C in 2014
Mercari, Inc. is a leading marketplace application operating in Japan, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2013 and based in Tokyo, the company facilitates the buying and selling of new and used items, including electronics, clothing, and books, through its user-friendly mobile platform. Mercari has gained significant traction, with over 100 million downloads and a strong presence as one of the largest peer-to-peer selling platforms globally. In Japan, it dominates the consumer-to-consumer (C2C) marketplace, holding over 70% of the market share and reporting more than 22 million monthly active users. In fiscal year 2022, the application recorded a gross merchandise value of over JPY 893 billion, with the domestic segment contributing over 95% of its total GMV. Furthermore, Mercari is involved in the development and management of internet services, enhancing its position as a comprehensive solution for consumers looking to engage in the second-hand goods market.

Locondo

Series C in 2014
Locondo is a Japanese e-commerce company, established in 2010 and based in Tokyo, specializing in the sale of shoes and fashion apparel through its mail-order website. The platform offers a diverse selection of products, including footwear, bags, and clothing for both men and women. In addition to its core e-commerce operations, Locondo focuses on developing logistical infrastructure and information technology solutions to enhance its service offerings. The company aims to integrate its online and physical store experiences, leveraging the assets gathered from its e-commerce site to create a comprehensive omni-channel platform for customers and brands.

gumi

Series H in 2014
gumi Inc. is a Japan-based entertainment company that specializes in developing, operating, and distributing online games for mobile devices. Founded in 2007 by CEO Hironao Kunimitsu, gumi has expanded its presence internationally, with multiple subsidiaries across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company provides a diverse range of services, including native application development, browser-based gaming, and game localization for third-party content. In addition to its core gaming business, gumi is actively involved in the blockchain sector and explores emerging technologies within the XR space, encompassing virtual, augmented, and mixed reality. Headquartered in Tokyo, gumi aims to deliver engaging gaming experiences while maintaining a creative and passionate approach to content development.

Hyakusenrenma

Series A in 2014
Hyakusenrenma Inc. is a Japanese company that specializes in developing and operating web-based platforms for vacation rentals. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Sendai-shi, Japan, the company primarily caters to foreign travelers by providing home renting services through a diverse range of listed properties. In addition to vacation rentals, Hyakusenrenma offers home stay services for events in rural locations such as farmhouses. The company's platforms, Stay Japan and Tomarina, facilitate the discovery and booking of short-term accommodations while promoting regional revitalization through increased travel demand and cultural exchange. With a focus on enhancing its business infrastructure and global marketing efforts, Hyakusenrenma aims to expand its property offerings and position private house stays as a primary travel choice for visitors to Japan.

Toreta

Series B in 2014
Toreta, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2013 that specializes in developing a mobile application for restaurant reservation management. The application automates the recording of reservation conversations with customers and generates customer ledgers based on this information. It allows restaurants to accept reservations online at any time, enhancing operational efficiency. In addition to its core reservation system, Toreta has expanded its services to include mobile order capabilities and an AI-based reservation reception service, enabling users to check table availability at participating restaurants.

Raksul

Series B in 2014
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.

TriFort

Series A in 2014
TriFort, Inc. is a Japanese publisher and developer of mobile video games, primarily targeting Android and iOS platforms. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Tokyo, the company focuses on creating engaging smartphone applications and collaborates with other publishers to develop games from the planning stages through to completion. TriFort also operates a social gaming platform that provides cloud-based gaming services, allowing users to enjoy games while interacting with their social media applications. As of October 2018, TriFort operates as a subsidiary of UNITED, Inc.
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