Top Tech Startups in Tokyo, Japan in 2024

We're a forward-thinking band of code monkeys based in Tokyo, blending innovation and top-tier tech to tackle projects both big and small. From working with major burger chains with MAUs well into the millions, to up-and-coming creative start-ups, we've got a history of delivering tailored solutions to a diverse clientele. Right now, we're actively diversifying our team—not just in nationality or language, but by bringing in a range of backgrounds and perspectives to keep our ideas fresh and our approach dynamic. With a mindset that's always pushing the limits, we're all about creating smart, effective results in a fast-paced world. And yes--we sponsor visas. :)

As a corporate venture studio, we act as an institutional co-founder by proactively investing in and building ventures from an initial idea stage. We create new ventures from zero, with the goals of achieving product-market fit, growing profitable new businesses, and delivering outsized returns on investment. We are currently incubating ventures in diverse domains, both in Japan and globally.

We are a healthcare and biotech company specialising in personalised, genetics-based solutions for chronic conditions such as weight management, mental health, hormonal imbalances, ADHD, and more. Operating across Australia, New Zealand, and the Polynesian islands, we utilize advanced genetic testing and biotechnology to provide insights into pharmacogenetics, nutrigenomics, and metabolic health, helping patients take control of their well-being. Our experienced team of doctors, nurse practitioners, geneticists and dietitians work with patients to create individualized treatment plans that address their unique health needs. By combining genetic data with the latest in biotechnology, we offer targeted, science-driven care that tackles the root causes of chronic health issues. At Nume, we take a proactive approach to healthcare, using AI and genetic insights to deliver personalized programs. These programs include everything from medical treatments and lifestyle modifications to nutrition plans, all designed for long-term health improvement. Whether patients are seeking help with weight loss, managing mental health challenges, or addressing chronic hormonal conditions, we provide comprehensive solutions that are both effective and sustainable. Our telehealth platform makes healthcare more accessible than ever, offering video consultations that bring expert care directly to patients’ homes. By eliminating the need for in-person visits, we ensure that people across Oceania can easily access top-tier, ongoing healthcare, regardless of their location. Nume is at the forefront of integrating biotech with personalized care. We are committed to making healthcare more accessible, compassionate, and effective, driven by innovation and grounded in science. Our mission is to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to lead healthier lives through cutting-edge, research-based solutions.

Tokyo-based Spacecurve is an integrated venture capital and product development company. We believe too many objects in our world are out of balance: beautiful things devoid of usefulness, useful things devoid of beauty. Our mission is to cultivate products that truly excel in both, and drive their joyfulness to the max: in furniture, software, food and beverages, and fashion.

Kpler offers a SaaS portal powered by algorithms processing radar & satellite feeds, governmental databases and shipping registries coupled with market analysts insights. Our proprietary technology gives our users (traders, oil & gas companies, hedge funds) a complete and accurate picture of what is happening in the commodity markets by giving them visibility to on how much volume of a given commodity is being shipped across the globe and by whom in real-time. The commodities we track include: LNG/LPN (ex: natural gas, propane, propylene, butane, etc), Crude Oil, Refined Products (ex: Gasoline, Kerosene, etc) and Dry Bulks (Iron Ore, Coal, Grains, etc)

Founded in late 2010, Wantedly is a Tokyo based startup that enables companies and talent to discover, connect and engage with each other. We match passionate and driven talent with inspiring companies and help people strengthen and build upon their network. We spend up to 1/3 of our lives working, so let's spend that time on something we believe in. We are hiring! So come and join us as we create a world where work drives passion!

Agoda is one of the world’s largest online hotel and accommodation booking platforms. Founded in 2005 and now part of Booking Holdings, we offer travelers a fast, easy way to book hundreds of thousands of properties in almost every country on earth. In every department – from engineering to customer experience – we provide an environment rich with creativity, collaboration, and experimentation, and the tools to work faster and smarter than almost anyone out there. From our beginnings as an e-commerce start-up based in Singapore in 2005, we have grown to offer a global network of 2 million properties in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide.

Hypebeast Ltd. started from a sneaker website founded by Kevin Ma in 2005 to a publicly listed media company in 2016. With a total reach of over 44.6M users across all platforms, The media group boasts a global readership across Asia Pacific, North America, Europe and more, with the flagship platform available in five languages. The group has expanded its publishing brands to a wider scope in recent years, encompassing Hypebeast and its multiple content distribution platforms, HBX, our e-commerce and retail platform, and Hypemaker, our global agency. Hypebeast Ltd. has been featured in Forbes’ “Asia’s 200 Best Under A Billion” in 2020.

Okta is the leading independent provider of identity for the enterprise. The Okta Identity Cloud enables organizations to securely connect the right people to the right technologies at the right time. With over 6,000 pre-built integrations to applications and infrastructure providers, Okta customers can easily and securely use the best technologies for their business. Over 7,000 organizations, including 20th Century Fox, JetBlue, Nordstrom, Slack, Teach for America and Twilio, trust Okta to help protect the identities of their workforces and customers.