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SmartNewsSmartNews uses machine learning to curate and share top-quality news stories worldwide. Discover and stay informed with ease through this innovative platform.
We rank PayPay, Monotaro and DM2C Studio in Japan along with 3503 other startups based on an algorithm that scores startups based on total investment, employee count, and quarterly website traffic. Japan startup ecosystem ranks #21 globally and #3 in East Asia.
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SmartNewsSmartNews uses machine learning to curate and share top-quality news stories worldwide. Discover and stay informed with ease through this innovative platform.
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SmartHRSmartHR provides a cloud-native human resources management platform that offers a suite of tech-enabled human resources management solutions, focusing on employee management and administration, growth, talent management, and employee productivity. Through its comprehensive range of solutions, SmartHR serves a diversified spectrum of businesses including large enterprises and SMEs.
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SpiberSpiber Inc. is a Japanese biotech startup creating Brewed Protein™, a revolutionary material made from protein that can be used to make fibers, films, and resins. Their innovative technology combines synthetic biology and material science for sustainable product development.
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PayPayPayPay is a Japanese digital payment platform that streamlines online and in-store transactions, making payments fast and secure. With a focus on enhancing the cashless experience, PayPay offers a convenient way to make purchases with ease.
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MonotaroMonotaRO is a top eCommerce distributor specializing in industrial and business supplies. Offering a wide range of products, they provide a convenient online platform for businesses to easily purchase necessary supplies.
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DM2C StudioHyperspace is a New York-based trading platform launched in 2021 that streamlines the exploration and trading of Solana NFTs. By aggregating NFT listings from all marketplaces in one convenient location, it empowers users to easily discover and trade digital assets.
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TimeeTimee is Japan's leading gig working platform.
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Channel TalkChannel Talk is an AI messenger that is focused on helping DTC companies provide VIP-level customer service. We raised $40 million USD in our Series C, and are one of the fastest-growing B2B SaaS startups, currently servicing more than 150,000 brands across the world. At Channel Talk, we believe that a good product nurtures growth in a business and that simple conversations with customers can become the driving force for success. We help you stand out by utilizing AI to resolve repetitive inquiries so you have time to build genuine relationships through our powerful CRM and provide excellent support to your customers.
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RettyRetty is a social gourmet site where you can share the restaurants you have been to or want to go to with your friends. Choosing where you want to eat will become much easier with Retty! The iPhone and Android apps are coming soon. You'll be able to use Retty on the go on your smartphone.
UQ Communications is a Japanese company that specializes in providing WiMAX mobile services. Their goal is to build a WiMAX network to make mobile broadband access available everywhere. Their key stakeholders are, KDDI CORPORATION, Intel Capital Corporation, East Japan Railway Company, KYOCERA Corporation, Daiwa Securities Group Inc., and The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd. They received $43 million from Intel Capital in June.
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LocoguideLocoguide is a leaflet and shopping information service that helps users easily access local shopping information.
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GreeGree focuses on games, anime, commerce, and the metaverse to create enriching services. Their goal is to improve each day, offering a range of innovative experiences for users to enjoy.
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SansanSince its founding in 2007, Sansan has focused on delivering its cloud based contact management service to customers in Japan and beyond. Sansan is setting the standard in Japan for cloud-based contact management, with annually doubling numbers of users from over 7,000 premium corporate users including the Japanese Government (METI). Sansan Inc. is based in Tokyo, Japan and has its subsidiary Sansan global Pte. Ltd. in Singapore since October 2015. The company began offering its business card app Eight in 2012. It has over 1.5 million registered users as a new business network that incorporates a social media framework to transform business cards into business connections. Founded: June 11, 2007 URL: https://www.corp-sansan.com/ Address: Aoyama Oval Building, 13F, 5-52-2, Jingu-mae Shibuya-ku Tokyo 150-0001 Business scope: Planning, development, and sales of cloud-based business card management services Sansan for business users: https://www.sansan.com Eight for individual users: https://8card.net
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TableCheckTableCheck is a top-tier reservation platform that consolidates bookings from various third-party sites. Centralize all your reservations with ease on one user-friendly platform.
Total amount:3506
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TimeeTimee is Japan's leading gig working platform.
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Channel TalkChannel Talk is an AI messenger that is focused on helping DTC companies provide VIP-level customer service. We raised $40 million USD in our Series C, and are one of the fastest-growing B2B SaaS startups, currently servicing more than 150,000 brands across the world. At Channel Talk, we believe that a good product nurtures growth in a business and that simple conversations with customers can become the driving force for success. We help you stand out by utilizing AI to resolve repetitive inquiries so you have time to build genuine relationships through our powerful CRM and provide excellent support to your customers.
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SansanSince its founding in 2007, Sansan has focused on delivering its cloud based contact management service to customers in Japan and beyond. Sansan is setting the standard in Japan for cloud-based contact management, with annually doubling numbers of users from over 7,000 premium corporate users including the Japanese Government (METI). Sansan Inc. is based in Tokyo, Japan and has its subsidiary Sansan global Pte. Ltd. in Singapore since October 2015. The company began offering its business card app Eight in 2012. It has over 1.5 million registered users as a new business network that incorporates a social media framework to transform business cards into business connections. Founded: June 11, 2007 URL: https://www.corp-sansan.com/ Address: Aoyama Oval Building, 13F, 5-52-2, Jingu-mae Shibuya-ku Tokyo 150-0001 Business scope: Planning, development, and sales of cloud-based business card management services Sansan for business users: https://www.sansan.com Eight for individual users: https://8card.net
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UQ Communications is a Japanese company that specializes in providing WiMAX mobile services. Their goal is to build a WiMAX network to make mobile broadband access available everywhere. Their key stakeholders are, KDDI CORPORATION, Intel Capital Corporation, East Japan Railway Company, KYOCERA Corporation, Daiwa Securities Group Inc., and The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd. They received $43 million from Intel Capital in June.
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COLOPLCOLOPL is a company that operates mobile network games and location information service platform CoroPla, specializing in smartphones.
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ExaWizardsExa Wizards is an AI startup that solves social issues through ideas and technology. The startup improves partnerships with other companies by accelerating their businesses in various fields such as medicine, health care, education, finance, robotics, and so on, using AI technology. The goal is to improve the quality of care for dementia patients while also assisting new caregivers in providing effective care.
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PayPayPayPay is a Japanese digital payment platform that streamlines online and in-store transactions, making payments fast and secure. With a focus on enhancing the cashless experience, PayPay offers a convenient way to make purchases with ease.
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DM2C StudioHyperspace is a New York-based trading platform launched in 2021 that streamlines the exploration and trading of Solana NFTs. By aggregating NFT listings from all marketplaces in one convenient location, it empowers users to easily discover and trade digital assets.
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BitFlyerbitFlyer is a leading Bitcoin exchange and marketplace where users can easily buy, sell, and spend bitcoins. With an intuitive Application Programming Interface, customers can seamlessly access and manage their accounts using personalized software.
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OYO LIFEOYO LIFE provides a streamlined real estate solution with a network of owned and managed residences, hotels, and offices. Offering affordable startup costs and smartphone-bookable, fully furnished rooms, it caters to the needs of modern living with convenience and flexibility.
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GiXoGiXo provides analysis support services using big data and solving business problems. GiXo is a data-driven company founded by strategists and analytics experts. GiXo solves client companies' management issues by utilizing analytics and supporting all types of data-driven decisions.
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Tier IVTier IV is a federated academic startup embracing research and development of intelligent vehicles. Founded in December 2015, Tier IV has led the development of open-source software for self-driving technology, also known as Autoware, and applied it for the proof of concept of last-mile driverless mobility and logistics. Tier IV aspires to achieve “Democratization of Intelligent Vehicles”, where any individuals and organizations can contribute to a grander vision of future intelligent vehicles, leading to a better society in which all the people receive new spatio-temporal values.
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RECLORECLO is a high-end consignment app for selling luxury branded items. Easily consign and sell your designer products with just a few taps.
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M3, IncM3 offers online medical services for convenient access to healthcare. Connect with licensed professionals through the Internet for consultations, prescriptions, and personalized care.
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UNIVRSUNIVRS is a thriving platform for market and entertainment, offering a diverse range of popular products and experiences. Dive into a world of endless possibilities with UNIVRS - where discovery and enjoyment collide seamlessly.
Ricoh aims to drive business growth and societal sustainability through innovative value creation for customers.
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DM2C StudioHyperspace is a New York-based trading platform launched in 2021 that streamlines the exploration and trading of Solana NFTs. By aggregating NFT listings from all marketplaces in one convenient location, it empowers users to easily discover and trade digital assets.
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mybest Japanmybest compiles a comprehensive database of verified product and service information, enriched with essential details that empower customers to make informed decisions. By combining in-house verification with user needs, mybest ensures a reliable resource for smart shopping choices.
Source Homo Technology is a technology company that specialises in the development of image detection systems and intelligent robotics solutions. Their expertise lies in creating solutions that combine image recognition technology with intelligent robotics, catering to various industries' needs. Source Homo Technology offers state-of-the-art products and services to enhance efficiency and productivity in diverse sectors.
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