B2B Marketplaces Startups

Shuuumatu Worker is a marketplace connecting freelance professionals with side-gig opportunities, primarily offering remote work projects for engineers, designers, and marketers seeking to earn ¥80,000–¥140,000 monthly with 5–10 hours of weekly commitment.

1 investor

Taimee is a mobile app-based gig work platform that connects workers with short-term job opportunities across various industries including warehouse work, food service, delivery, and office work in Japan. The platform enables workers to book single-day shifts, receive same-day payment, and build reputation through workplace badges.

1 investor

Tamemap is a location-based platform that helps users discover nearby events they can attend immediately, using GPS mapping and real-time event information. The service targets people seeking local activities and community events in their accessible area.

1 investor

DORAEVER is a recruitment and logistics matching platform for truck drivers and transportation companies in Japan. The company operates a job marketplace for drivers, vehicle management tools, and ancillary services including fuel and insurance.

1 investor

TRANBI operates an online M&A platform where business sellers and buyers negotiate transactions directly, listing companies, business units, or equipment for transfer. It serves owners looking to sell and decision-makers looking to buy, with the platform handling matching and deal reporting.

1 investor

Naturum is an online retailer and service provider specializing in fishing and camping equipment, with a focus on outdoor lifestyle experiences. The company operates as part of Scroll Inc., a publicly listed group in Japan, and has served outdoor enthusiasts since 1996.

1 investor

Nohana is a mobile app that enables users to create photobooks, photo cards, and other photo items from smartphone or cloud photos. The service targets families and individuals who wish to preserve memories, offering a monthly subscription model where the first item is free after paying only shipping costs.

1 investor

Y-Food H (Yoshimura Food Holdings) acquires and consolidates small to medium-sized Japanese food companies lacking successors, then supports their growth and expansion to domestic and international markets. The company operates as a holding group that combines acquired food businesses to leverage their product quality and technical expertise while addressing Japan's business succession challenges.

1 investor

Watts operates a chain of discount retail stores, primarily 100 yen shops, selling everyday goods and miscellaneous items across Japan and internationally. The company manages subsidiary retail operations in multiple regions and maintains overseas presence in Peru and Thailand.

1 investor

A produce distribution and direct-to-consumer marketplace company that connects farmers with retailers and consumers across Japan through a network of collection centers and distribution infrastructure. The company operates farmers' direct sales channels and supplies major retail chains through logistics operations spanning 78 collection points nationwide.

1 investor

Kamakura Shinsho operates end-of-life services for Japanese consumers and municipalities, including tomb matching, funeral services, inheritance/asset management, and administrative procedure support. The company provides both digital platforms and public-private partnership services to municipalities covering over 30% of Japan's population.

1 investor

羽田市場 (Haneda Ichiba) sells seafood and operates a platform business connecting fishery products from source to buyers. The Japanese company is engaged in the marine/seafood distribution and food commerce sector.

1 investor

Alliance Cost Containment negotiates and secures cost reductions for corporations, private equity portfolio companies, and industry groups across 35 expense categories. The firm leverages aggregated purchasing volume and supplier relationships to deliver 7–35% savings, with a no-savings-no-fee guarantee.

0 investors

American Brivision Corporation is a wholesale supply and distribution holding company that connects manufacturers with businesses and provides end-to-end sourcing and logistics services across multiple industries. It serves businesses seeking international product sourcing and supply chain support.

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Atlas World Group operates a global network of independent agents providing transportation and moving services, with expertise in relocation logistics and international shipping.

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Barrelmark (operating as The Bourbon Brokerage) provides brokerage and advisory services to spirits producers, helping them bring their products to market. Its team offers industry expertise in sales, marketing, and business development for spirit brands.

0 investors

Belladonna Racing offers a co-ownership partnership structure that allows select investors to pool capital and collectively own and race thoroughbred horses at top-tier U.S. racetracks. Members gain direct co-ownership stakes with pro-rata cost sharing, transparent operations, and full decision-making participation in the selection and management of racing prospects.

0 investors

A supplier serving craft distilleries by sourcing in-demand spirits and addressing supply chain obstacles such as slow procurement, high minimum order quantities, and volatile barrel prices. The company focuses on the bourbon trade, providing spirits and forming partnerships for smaller craft operations worldwide.

0 investors

Buyers Edge Platform operates a suite of brands offering group purchasing, procurement, supply chain, and software solutions for foodservice operators, distributors, and manufacturers. Its services cover cost reduction, spend and inventory management, produce supply chain, and back-office software for restaurants, hospitality, senior living, healthcare, and government sectors.

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Cargobot operates a digital freight brokerage and marketplace that connects shippers, carriers, and freight forwarders for FTL, LTL, PTL, refrigerated, and oversized shipments, using AI-driven rate benchmarking, real-time tracking, and dedicated account managers. It offers three products — Cargobot Direct (brokerage), Cargobot Pool (partial-load consolidation), and Cargobot SaaS (a white-label freight marketplace for forwarders) — with operations across the U.S., Mexico, and, via its Planimatik platform, Spain and other markets.

0 investors

CarrierSource is a carrier prospecting and vetting platform that combines verified customer reviews with FMCSA safety and insurance data, letting shippers and brokers search, qualify, and organize carriers before booking. It also offers carriers claimable profile pages and review-based marketing tools to attract relevant loads.

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CBANC operates a verified professional network connecting US community banks and credit unions, their employees, and the vendors that serve them, letting members share knowledge, get peer support, and evaluate banking software and solutions. It provides tools, information, and vendor access to help financial institutions make business decisions and manage compliance and digital demands.

0 investors

Clearly Acquired operates a platform (MainStreet OS) with AI-powered deal intelligence and advisory services for buying, financing, valuing, and selling small "Main Street" businesses, connecting buyers with 500+ lenders and SBA specialists. It also runs Catalyst investment funds that let accredited investors allocate capital into portfolios of cash-flowing operating companies and roll-up opportunities.

0 investors

ClubUp is a platform that connects golfers with caddies at golf clubs. The company serves golf clubs and the golfing community by facilitating caddie bookings and management.

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