Participated · Series A · Apr 2026

New Space Intelligence offers a “Satellite Data Pipeline” that automates selection, integration (harmonization), analysis, and provisioning of heterogeneous satellite data for applications like infrastructure monitoring and disaster analysis. Its core capabilities include calibration using ground-based mirror reflectors combined with AI-driven image quality evaluation and correction, plus harmonization technology to combine data from multiple satellites for higher-frequency observation and continuity. The company targets public and industrial customers across use cases such as railways, roads, power infrastructure monitoring, disaster response, illegal dumping detection, and land use analysis. Following its ¥430 million Series A, the firm plans to expand existing services, build new GLI-based applications, strengthen product development, and grow sales, marketing, and hiring. It also intends to expand geographically into Asia, North America, and Africa. New Space Intelligence was selected for JAXA’s Space Strategy Fund Phase 2 project and will develop sensor evaluation and calibration methods under that program through September 2030.

Participated · Seed · Aug 2025

Terraton’s core product is a repeatable biochar project-development system intended to let local partners build and operate biochar facilities using a franchised model. The company combines on-the-ground project development with a SaaS component to run plants, measure and verify carbon credits, and sell those credits to large buyers. Terraton argues that most biochar facilities have only been built once, and its approach is to learn from initial projects and clone the operations for new partners. The company has developed two facilities in Africa (Ghana and Kenya), both owned by local businesses that source agricultural waste from nearby producers. Together those two facilities are expected to remove about 20,000 metric tons of CO2 annually, and Terraton estimates a single facility can capture roughly 10,000 metric tons per year. The team is targeting the supply-constrained biochar market and aims to scale by enabling partners to replicate proven facilities and tap large corporate buyers seeking credits.

Participated · Series D · Jul 2025

SkyDrive develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and is targeting a commercial service launch in 2028. The company is working to obtain type certification for its aircraft and to build mass-production capabilities ahead of that launch. SkyDrive says recent funding from Resona Asset Management will strengthen its business foundation and accelerate aircraft development. The firm positioned the investment as a crossover placement by a public-equity-focused institutional investor, signaling confidence in its growth trajectory. SkyDrive cites Japan’s July 2026 “Japan Growth Strategy” and increased public-private focus on aviation and space as supportive context for its plans. The company intends to use the capital to drive sustainable enterprise value toward its 2028 commercialization goal.

Participated · Series B · May 2024

YADOKARI operates a "movable-asset" (可動産) platform business offering end-to-end services: planning and producing trailer/tiny‑house units, sales, operator support, PR/media and financing. The company has in‑house manufacturing in Aichi and is scaling production capacity (body+chassis ~100 units/year; chassis ~400 units/year) while recruiting nationwide partners. It pursues both B2B use cases (commercial, tourism/leisure) and a future entry into B2C residential markets, alongside region‑focused projects and PoCs for area development. YADOKARI runs services such as LIFESTOCK (shared ownership/operations) and DOSAN (movable-asset tourism) and operates media and facility projects that support community building. The firm emphasizes cultural and social initiatives, engaging external advisors to co‑create a distinctive cultural sphere and expand impact. Financially, it has raised cumulative funding of approximately ¥470M and is using new capital to strengthen manufacturing, sales/service, hiring and organizational capabilities.

Participated · Series B · Apr 2024

MODE is a San Mateo-based company that enables hardware manufacturers to transform their physical products into connected, cloud-integrated offerings. Its Hardware-as-a-Service platform supplies end-to-end capabilities such as data collection, remote access, user management, and enterprise system integration, allowing customers to build IoT services and companion applications quickly. By providing this infrastructure, MODE helps clients reduce the complexity and cost of launching connected hardware products. The solution targets businesses that need scalable, secure back-end services without developing them in-house. Led by CEO Gaku Ueda, the company focuses on continuous platform enhancement, adding new functions, and expanding operational reach. Although financial performance metrics were not disclosed, recent funding will be directed toward further product development and operational growth.