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Startups in Japan

Venture-backed companies headquartered in Japan, with their investors and latest round, each checked against its own site.

VCinfo lists 2,671 companies here, each checked at its own domain. TORANOTEC (1 backer), Quemix (1 backer) and Kumonosu Corporation (1 backer) have the most checked backers among them.

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TORANOTECtoranotec.com
TORANOTEC provides asset management services through its subsidiaries
1investor12 Nov 2026added
Quemixquemix.com
Quemix develops and provides quantum computer-based simulation software and a cloud platform for materials research
1investor7 Aug 2026latest round
The company provides 3D measurement and survey services using laser scanners and other technologies.
1investor12 Nov 2026added
LMI Grouplmig.co.jp
LMI Group provides in-store marketing solutions and retail media services
1investor12 Nov 2026added
Pay2opay2o.jp
Pay2o provides a payment service for small businesses, aiming to reduce the time and cost associated with payment processing
1investor12 Nov 2026added
LISUTOlisuto.co.jp
LISUTO provides services to improve sales by making products easier to discover and reducing workloads
1investor11 Nov 2026added
DJ Insightdj-insight.jp
DJ Insight develops AI that analyzes image and audio data to capture human reactions and communication changes
1investor19 Oct 2026latest round
Aeriaaeria.jp
The company engages in various business activities, including game development and financial reporting.
1investor11 Nov 2026added
Cabanacabana-inc.com
Cabana Inc. is a company that develops and provides application products, including routine management and habit tracking apps.
1investor11 Nov 2026added
Isuzu Glass Ltd.isuzuglass.com
Isuzu Glass Ltd. manufactures optical glass and lenses.
1investor11 Nov 2026added
Four Nines Co.Ltd.fournines.co.jp
The company creates and sells eyewear products.
1investor11 Nov 2026added
collabit inc.collab-it.net
The company provides services to maximize real estate sales and customer response using AI and data utilization.
1investor11 Nov 2026added
PDCpdc-ds.com
The company provides digital signage and LED vision solutions
1investor11 Nov 2026added
Denryokure100-denryoku.jp
The company provides renewable energy electricity and related services.
1investor11 Nov 2026added
Realgloberealglobe.jp
The company develops and provides solutions using AI, IoT, and robotics to create a better society.
1investor11 Nov 2026added
ORIGINAL Inc.originalinc.jp
The company recontextualizes and promotes Japan's culture, food, and tourism to a global audience.
1investor11 Nov 2026added
Trunktrunk-inc.com
The company aims to create a system where objects can be shared in society as a part of daily life infrastructure.
1investor11 Nov 2026added
Snore Circlesnorecircle.jp
Snore Circle develops products to reduce and monitor snoring and sleep breathing using intelligent terminals, big data, and AI technology.
1investor11 Nov 2026added
Clear Visionclear-vision.co.jp
The company provides office brokerage services for venture and startup companies
1investor11 Nov 2026added
Olympus Corporationolympus.co.jp
Olympus Corporation develops and manufactures medical and scientific products, including endoscopes and other medical devices.
1investor11 Nov 2026added
Cybozucybozu.co.jp
Cybozu provides services and products that promote team work, including groupware and communication tools.
1investor10 Nov 2026added
Holidayhaveagood.holiday
The company operates a travel information website.
1investor10 Nov 2026added
RareJobrarejob.co.jp
The company provides online English conversation services and other related educational services.
1investor10 Nov 2026added
Musubisuurban-funes.com
Musubisu provides funeral services, including planning and management of funeral ceremonies and related events.
1investor10 Nov 2026added
CareNetcarenet.co.jp
CareNet provides various services related to medical and pharmaceutical fields, including platforms for medical professionals, education, and new drug development support
1investor10 Nov 2026added
Chikemiticketme.co.jp
TicketMe Inc. operates a ticket sales platform for event organizers.
1investor10 Nov 2026added
CellGenTechcellgentech.com
CellGenTech is a biotechnology company that researches and develops cell and gene therapies for rare diseases using a genetically-modified adipocyte platform
1investor10 Nov 2026added
STORESstores.jp
The company provides a platform for store operation, including services such as cashless payment, reservation system, and online shop management.
1investor10 Nov 2026added
NEIGHBORneighbor.gg
NEIGHBOR is a company that plans and develops games, AI, and user-generated content (UGC) projects
1investor10 Nov 2026added
User Localuserlocal.jp
The company provides various services, including digital marketing tools, social media analysis, and chatbot support, utilizing big data and artificial intelligence technology to support businesses.
1investor10 Nov 2026added
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