Portfolio Companies
13Yosemite
Commerce platform raises approximately ¥1.5 billion from B Dash Ventures and others
BRIDGE (ブリッジ)
Space carrier company developing reusable rocket ASCA raised approximately ¥3.2 billion (~$21.4M USD)
Interstellar Technologies
Series F funding to accelerate development of rocket 'ZERO'
Thirdverse
VR game studio Thirdverse raised $15M to develop titles for PSVR 2, including 'Swords of Gargantua'.
OCEANGATE CO., Ltd.
OCEANGATE CO., Ltd. received funding from B Dash Ventures Inc., Branding Engineer Co., Ltd., and other investors
Nailbook
Nail art photo app Nailbook secures $840,000 Series A funding
Gunosy
News curation startup Gunosy raised $12 million from KDDI.
Fukurou Labo
Fukurou Labo secures funding from B Dash Ventures for mobile app deep linking technology.
Crevo
Japan's crowdsourced animation production platform raises $840K in seed funding
MyNet
Japan-based MyNet raised $6.2M to enhance growth support services for app developers
Morikawa's online video business
Former Line CEO Morikawa securing $4 million in funding for online video business
BRIDGE
Japan's mom-focused Q&A app for childcare advice raises $1.3M
e27
e27 secures $614,000 in funding to expand regionally
Recent Articles
30Yosemite, a Commerce Platform, Raises Approximately ¥1.5 Billion from B Dash Ventures and Others - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Yosemite, a commerce platform startup, has successfully raised approximately ¥1.5 billion in funding from B Dash Ventures and other investors, marking a significant milestone in its growth.
5/12/2026
Reusable Rocket “ASCA” Development, Innovative Space Carrier Raises Approximately ¥3.2 Billion - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
An innovative space carrier developing the reusable rocket 'ASCA' has successfully raised approximately ¥3.2 billion in funding, marking a significant milestone in Japan's commercial space transportation sector.
3/12/2026
Interstellar Technologies Raises ¥20.1 Billion in Series F to Accelerate Development of Rocket “ZERO” - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Interstellar Technologies has secured ¥20.1 billion in Series F funding to accelerate the development of its orbital rocket "ZERO," marking a significant milestone in Japan's commercial space industry.
1/19/2026
Nomura, B Dash tap retail investors for VC using digital securities - Nikkei Asia
Nomura and B Dash are leveraging digital securities to open venture capital investment opportunities to retail investors, marking a shift in VC funding accessibility.
12/2/2025
Nomura’s ¥20 Billion Deep-Tech Fund Tests How Far Tokenized VC Can Go in Japan - AsiaTechDaily
Nomura is launching a ¥20 billion deep-tech fund that utilizes tokenized venture capital, testing the boundaries of blockchain-based investment structures within Japan's financial landscape.
12/2/2025
Nomura tokenizes venture capital fund, enabling HNWI access - ledgerinsights.com
Nomura has tokenized a venture capital fund, opening investment access to high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs). This move leverages blockchain technology to lower barriers and broaden participation in VC investments.
12/2/2025
Japan Opens Startup Investing To Everyday Investors With Tokens - Finimize
Japan is enabling everyday investors to fund startups through security tokens, democratizing access to early-stage investments previously limited to institutions and wealthy individuals.
12/2/2025
UXLink governance token airdrop: UXLink reveals guidelines and eligibility criteria - Crypto Briefing
UXLink has announced its governance token airdrop, releasing official guidelines and eligibility criteria for participants. The project outlines the requirements users must meet to qualify for the token distribution.
7/17/2024
Napier Price | Price Today, Live Chart, USD converter, Market Capitalization - CryptoRank
Track Napier cryptocurrency in real-time with live price charts, USD conversion tools, and market capitalization data on CryptoRank.
11/13/2023
Flick Shot - Investment Fund Review - CryptoRank
CryptoRank provides a detailed review of Flick Shot, an investment fund, analyzing its portfolio, performance, and key metrics for crypto investors seeking insights.
7/6/2023
Tané Invest $8 Million in Web3 Startups - citybiz
Tané has announced an $8 million investment into Web3 startups, signaling strong confidence in the growth of decentralized technology and blockchain-based ventures.
1/27/2023
InCred acquires Orowealth - Mint
InCred has acquired Orowealth, expanding its financial services portfolio. This strategic move strengthens InCred's position in the wealth management sector in India.
1/2/2023
'Swords of Gargantua' Studio Thirdverse Secures $15M, Aims to Bring Latest Titles to PSVR 2 - Road to VR
Thirdverse, the studio behind VR game 'Swords of Gargantua,' has secured $15 million in funding and plans to bring its latest titles to PlayStation VR 2, expanding its presence in the VR gaming market.
11/22/2022
OCEANGATE CO., Ltd. announced that it has received funding from B Dash Ventures Inc., Branding Engineer Co., Ltd., and other investors - marketscreener.com
OCEANGATE CO., Ltd. has announced a successful funding round with investments from B Dash Ventures Inc., Branding Engineer Co., Ltd., and additional investors, signaling growth and expansion plans.
10/27/2019
Japan’s nail art photo app Nailbook secures $840,000 series A round funding - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Nailbook, a Japanese nail art photo sharing app, has raised $840,000 in Series A funding. The platform connects nail artists and enthusiasts, helping users discover nail designs and find salons.
11/24/2018
Next-gen drone startup Aeronext wins pitch arena at B Dash Camp Fall 2018 in Fukuoka - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Aeronext, a next-generation drone startup, claimed victory at the pitch arena competition held at B Dash Camp Fall 2018 in Fukuoka, standing out among competing startups.
11/24/2018
News curation startup Gunosy fundraises $12 million from KDDI - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Gunosy, a news curation startup, has successfully raised $12 million in funding from major Japanese telecom company KDDI, marking a significant investment in the news aggregation sector.
11/23/2018
Japanese mobile game developer Gumi to partner with Fuji TV - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Japanese mobile game developer Gumi announced a partnership with Fuji TV, aiming to collaborate on content development and expand their reach across entertainment and gaming sectors.
11/23/2018
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11/23/2018
3 Japanese VCs team up to establish new mobile gaming studio - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Three Japanese venture capital firms have joined forces to establish a new mobile gaming studio, signaling a collaborative investment approach to capitalize on the growing mobile gaming market.
11/23/2018
Japan’s Fukurou Labo secures funds from B Dash Ventures to deep link mobile apps - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Japanese startup Fukurou Labo has secured funding from B Dash Ventures to advance its mobile app deep linking technology, enabling seamless navigation between apps and web content.
11/16/2018
Japan’s crowdsourced animation production platform Crevo raises $840,000 - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Crevo, a Japanese crowdsourced animation production platform, has successfully raised $840,000 in funding, marking a significant milestone for the company's growth in the animation industry.
11/10/2018
Japan’s MyNet raises $6.2M, enhancing growth support business for app developers - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Japanese tech company MyNet has raised $6.2 million to strengthen its growth support services for app developers, aiming to expand its platform and help developers scale their applications more effectively.
4/26/2018
Japan’s Gree Ventures targets $65 million for new fund, eyes opportunities in India - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Japan's Gree Ventures is raising a new fund targeting $65 million, with a strategic focus on investment opportunities in India, signaling growing interest in the Indian startup ecosystem.
5/12/2016
Former Line CEO Morikawa securing $4 million in funding for online video business - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Former Line CEO Morikawa is raising $4 million in funding to support a new online video business venture, signaling a strategic move into the digital video content space.
4/10/2015
Japan’s mom-focused Q&A app secures $1.3 million, helping solve problems on childcare - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
A Japanese Q&A app targeting mothers has raised $1.3 million in funding. The platform aims to help parents solve childcare-related problems by connecting moms through a dedicated question-and-answer service.
3/4/2015
DeNA curates new business with Iemo purchase - Global Venturing
10/7/2014
Japan’s DeNA buys home improvement curated media site Iemo - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Japanese tech company DeNA has acquired Iemo, a curated media site focused on home improvement content, expanding its portfolio in the digital media and lifestyle content space.
10/1/2014
Brave Frontier: Alim’s first mobile game is a strong debut [Video] - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）
Alim makes an impressive entrance into the mobile gaming market with its debut title Brave Frontier, showcasing strong potential and quality in its first release.
9/11/2013
e27 gets US$614,000 worth of funding, to expand regionally - Digital News Asia
2/14/2013
Investment Signals
20DeNA acquires Iemo, indicating strategic expansion into a new business vertical through M&A activity.
KDDI's investment in news curation suggests a thesis around personalized content delivery and media technology as strategic business opportunity.
News curation startup Gunosy raised $12 million from KDDI, indicating investor confidence in content curation and personalization technology.
Thirdverse, developer of 'Swords of Gargantua', secured $15M funding to develop titles for PSVR 2 platform.
MyNet, a Japan-based app developer growth support platform, raised $6.2M to enhance its services for app developers.
Yosemite, a commerce platform, raised approximately ¥1.5 billion (~$10M USD) in Series B funding from B Dash Ventures and others, indicating strong investor confidence in commerce platform innovation.
Former Line CEO Morikawa raised $4 million in funding for an online video business, indicating early-stage investment in video content/streaming space.
Interstellar Technologies raised ¥20.1 billion in Series F funding to accelerate development of their ZERO rocket platform, indicating significant capital deployment in commercial space/aerospace technology.
Tokenization of traditional financial instruments and funds represents a growing trend in bridging traditional finance with blockchain infrastructure.
Nomura is tokenizing a venture capital fund to provide high-net-worth individuals access to VC investments, signaling institutional adoption of blockchain technology for alternative asset management.
Gree Ventures sees India as a key geographic market for venture capital deployment and portfolio building.
Gree Ventures is raising a $65 million fund with strategic focus on investment opportunities in the Indian market.
Tané Invest has committed $8 million in funding to web3 startups, indicating active capital deployment in the web3 sector.
Japan-based Fukurou Labo raised funding from B Dash Ventures for deep linking technology in mobile apps, indicating VC interest in mobile development infrastructure.
There is market demand for community-based Q&A platforms targeting mothers addressing childcare and parenting challenges in Japan.
Japan-based mom-focused Q&A app raised $1.3 million in funding, indicating investor confidence in community-driven childcare solutions.
DeNA acquires Iemo, a home improvement curated media site, signaling strategic expansion into home improvement content and services.
Investment focus on reusable rocket technology and space carrier platforms demonstrates belief in commercialized space infrastructure as a growing market.
Innovative space carrier company raised approximately ¥3.2 billion for reusable rocket ASCA development, indicating significant late-stage funding for space technology infrastructure.
Crevo, a Japan-based crowdsourced animation production platform, successfully raised $840,000 in funding, indicating investor confidence in the animation production software market.