Space BD, a Hub for Space-Related Businesses, Completes Series C Funding Exceeding ¥3.5 Billion - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

Japan-based Space BD, which operates as a business hub connecting companies across the space industry, has closed a Series C funding round exceeding 3.5 billion yen (approximately $24 million). XTech Ventures is reported among the participating investors. Space BD's model centers on supporting space-related enterprises with access, partnerships, and commercial infrastructure. The company plans to use the new capital to accelerate growth as commercial space activity continues to expand in Japan and globally. Furthe…

6/30/2026

Forestdigital, inc. announced that it has received ¥210 million in funding from DG Ventures, Inc., North Pacific Bank,Ltd., Mizuho Capital Co., Ltd., XTech Ventures Co., Ltd. - marketscreener.com

Japan-based Forestdigital, Inc. has announced the completion of a funding round totaling 210 million yen (approximately $1.4 million USD). The round was led by four investors: DG Ventures, North Pacific Bank, Mizuho Capital, and XTech Ventures. The announcement was reported via MarketScreener. Further details about Forestdigital's business model, use of proceeds, or valuation were not disclosed in the available excerpt, though the participation of multiple institutional and bank-affiliated venture arms signals ear…

6/24/2026

Japan FinTech Observer #154. Welcome to the one hundred fifty-fourth… | by Norbert Gehrke | Tokyo FinTech - Medium

The 154th edition of Japan FinTech Observer by Norbert Gehrke on Tokyo FinTech, covering the latest trends and developments in Japan's financial technology landscape.

3/10/2026

XTech Ventures Completes Formation of Third Fund Worth Approximately ¥130 Billion - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

XTech Ventures has successfully completed the formation of its third fund, valued at approximately ¥13 billion. This milestone highlights the firm's continued growth and commitment to investing in innovative startups.

3/9/2026

Smooth Secures Approximately ¥28.5 Billion in Series B Funding Led by Maezawa Fund for Rental Initial Cost Installment Service - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

Smooth, a startup offering installment payment services for rental initial costs, has raised approximately ¥2.85 billion in Series B funding, led by Maezawa Fund, to expand its solutions easing financial burdens on renters.

12/17/2025

Nexta, Provider of Production Management Cloud Service for Manufacturing Industry, Raises 220 Million Yen - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

Nexta, a company offering cloud-based production management services for the manufacturing industry, has successfully raised 220 million yen in funding to support its growth and development.

11/27/2025

Japanese Startup Space Quarters Raises $5M Seed Round for Space Robotics Development - AsiaTechDaily

10/17/2025

Space Quarters Raises USD 5.0 Million in Seed Round to Advance Space Construction Technology - Business Wire

Space Quarters has successfully raised USD 5.0 million in a seed funding round aimed at advancing its space construction technology, marking a significant step forward in the commercial space infrastructure sector.

10/16/2025

ZEAL Advances with IoT Sandbags, Raises ¥2.9 Billion in Series A to Expand Boxing Fitness - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

ZEAL has raised ¥2.9 billion in a Series A funding round to expand its boxing fitness business, leveraging IoT-enabled sandbags to enhance the training experience and scale operations.

10/2/2025

Labol Raises Approximately ¥3.2 Billion for Challenger Bank Initiative Targeting Freelancers - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

Labol has secured approximately ¥3.2 billion in funding to advance its challenger bank initiative aimed at freelancers, signaling growing fintech investment in Japan's independent worker segment.

9/22/2025

Short Film Streaming Service “SAMANSA” Raises ¥7.4 Billion in Series A - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

SAMANSA, a short film streaming service, has successfully raised ¥7.4 billion in its Series A funding round, marking a significant milestone in its growth as a platform dedicated to short-form video content.

9/17/2025

Yokohama Vanilla Raises ¥370 Million in Series A to Accelerate Nationwide Expansion, New Product Development, and Organizational Strengthening - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

Yokohama Vanilla has secured ¥370 million in Series A funding to drive nationwide expansion, develop new products, and strengthen its organization, marking a significant growth milestone.

9/5/2025

FiT, a Health Tech Company, Raises ¥1.5 Billion from Kyoto Bank and Others to Expand “LifeFit” to 250 Locations - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

8/20/2025

Ahmedabad-based Omspace Rocket & Exploration Private Limited, incubated at CrAdLE, the Technology Business Incubator at EDII, has successfully secured $3 million in a pre-seed round, led by a Family Office and an Angel Investor. This funding marks a pi - LinkedIn

Ahmedabad-based Omspace Rocket & Exploration, incubated at CrAdLE (EDII's tech business incubator), has raised $3 million in a pre-seed funding round led by a Family Office and an Angel Investor, marking a significant milestone for the space startup.

7/18/2025

IRIS Data Lab, Developer of LINE EC Service "Atouch," Secures Pre-Series A Funding Led by Japan Post Capital - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

IRIS Data Lab, the company behind LINE-based EC service 'Atouch,' has secured Pre-Series A funding led by Japan Post Capital, marking a key milestone in its growth as a e-commerce platform provider.

6/2/2025

Trademark Applications for 'AI Anime' & 'AI Animation' Launched by Creator's X Anime Studio in Japan - Anime Corner

Creator's X Anime Studio has filed trademark applications in Japan for the terms 'AI Anime' and 'AI Animation,' signaling a move to claim ownership over AI-driven anime production branding.

3/20/2025

LeadingMark Raises 1.62 Billion Yen, Launches New Product “MIKIWAME Management” - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

LeadingMark has successfully raised 1.62 billion yen in funding and announced the launch of its new product 'MIKIWAME Management', expanding its HR tech offerings.

2/13/2025

NEN Price | Price Today, Live Chart, USD converter, Market Capitalization - CryptoRank

CryptoRank provides real-time NEN cryptocurrency price data, including live charts, USD conversion tools, and market capitalization figures to help investors track NEN's market performance.

12/9/2023

Japanese SaaS startup Nulab files for IPO - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

Japanese SaaS startup Nulab has filed for an IPO. The company, known for its collaboration tools, is making moves toward going public on the stock market.

5/25/2022

Japan’s Base Food, nutrition complete food startup, raises $3.7M for US expansion - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

Japan-based complete nutrition food startup Base Food has raised $3.7 million to fund its expansion into the US market, aiming to grow its presence in the health-focused food sector.

5/28/2019

Japan’s Cluster secures $3.6M series B to develop own VR live show content - BRIDGE（ブリッジ）

Japanese VR platform Cluster has raised $3.6M in a Series B funding round to develop its own VR live show content, expanding its presence in the virtual entertainment space.

9/12/2018