B2B Marketplaces Startups

FromTo builds a business ecosystem connecting Japan's major cities with regional areas, developing "47pass," a service that lists local government policies and initiatives, and providing regional marketing support. The company aims to create opportunities and work in rural Japan.

3 investors

A company building infrastructure for Japanese brands to expand globally by automating cross-border trade barriers using AI and connecting inbound visitors to continued purchases after they return home. It operates a cross-border e-commerce platform and provides global sales and distribution support services.

3 investors

YOLO JAPAN operates a suite of life support media and services for foreign residents in Japan, including job matching platforms, housing information sites, and SIM card services. The company targets foreign workers and residents seeking employment, housing, healthcare, and other essential services within Japan.

3 investors

WEFABRIK Inc. operates SMASELL, an online B2B outlet platform for reselling apparel and fashion inventory (deadstock) held by companies, and runs the "SMASELL Sustainable Commune" shopping complex. Based in Japan, it focuses on circulating fashion industry surplus as a resource to reduce waste.

3 investors

Kokopelli is a Japanese IT company, founded in 2007, that provides a business platform to support small and medium-sized enterprises with management support and digital transformation. It works with regional financial institutions across Japan to deliver services covering areas such as business matching, subsidy application support, and secure file sharing.

3 investors

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.

3 investors

Alice Style is a circular economy sharing platform that enables users to rent and share underutilized items such as appliances and beauty devices. The company operates an SDGs-focused sharing service designed to shift consumption patterns from disposable ownership to shared use.

3 investors

Clody (클로디) builds a set of mobile apps connecting Seoul's Dongdaemun wholesale fashion market, including retail, wholesale, and purchasing-agent ("saip samchon") apps that let sellers handle sourcing, product ordering, and bookkeeping without manual ledgers. The platform serves fashion retailers, wholesalers, and purchasing agents across South Korea.

2 investors

365 Retail Markets develops an all-in-one platform providing hardware and software tools for unattended retail, micromarkets, vending, foodservice and hospitality locations. The platform enables retailers and operators to deliver superior customer experiences, boost profitability, and accelerate growth.

2 investors

4over offers custom printing and packaging products featuring the Akuafoil metallic finishing process, serving businesses and creators who need branded collateral and retail packaging with enhanced visual appeal.

2 investors

77Sol operates a free digital platform for solar energy installers (integrators) in Brazil, offering equipment quotes from multiple manufacturers, automated project proposals, financing, insurance, and project management tools. It also serves end customers seeking to reduce or eliminate their electricity bills through solar energy.

2 investors

ABOSS is a productivity platform that unifies booking agencies, artists, and crews in the live music industry through agency management software, artist dashboards, mobile tour tools, and an open API, replacing fragmented spreadsheets and email workflows with centralized deal and calendar management.

2 investors

Aampere operates a resale platform for used electric vehicles in Europe, with a focus on circular economy principles in e-mobility. The company targets the secondary market for EVs across Europe.

2 investors

Abastores operates an online grain exchange in Spain that publishes real daily cereal prices from national trading boards and closed transactions. The platform and free mobile app let farmers, ranchers, storage operators and manufacturers buy and sell cereal crops, connecting over 4,000 farmers with more than 700 verified market operators.

2 investors

GoVyrl, Inc. operates a cloud-based application platform built on AWS infrastructure that emphasizes data security, privacy, and compliance. The company serves organizations seeking to meet regulatory requirements such as CCPA and GDPR while protecting sensitive personal and company data.

2 investors

aBreak Music is a free music and artist discovery platform for independent artists. It connects emerging talent with industry expertise from experienced music executives.

2 investors

Acturis provides digital trading software and solutions for insurance firms serving niche and specialist market segments, from real estate and insolvency to parametric and leisure insurance.

2 investors

AdSwapper operates two brands: one helps publishers and website owners monetize traffic through premium lead generation and direct advertiser connections; the other helps businesses acquire intent-focused leads in home services and auto insurance verticals.

2 investors

Adventurely is a global club membership offering pay-as-you-go access to workspaces including hotels, restaurants, coworking studios, spas, and third spaces across a worldwide network. The platform serves freelancers, entrepreneurs, remote teams, travelers, and creatives seeking flexible workspaces with integrated wellness and productivity amenities.

2 investors

AFEX facilitates capital flows for commodity traders, processors, and manufacturers through financial instruments including repos, asset-backed commercial paper, and trade finance notes. The company serves agricultural businesses and exporters seeking liquidity and financing solutions in commodity markets.

2 investors

Africa Foresight Group (AFG) connects homegrown African companies with local talent and consultants to support private-sector growth across the continent. Founded in Ghana, the firm focuses on bridging the talent gap and advancing job creation in Africa.

2 investors

Afriskaut is a platform and advisory service that identifies and verifies football talent from African academies, youth leagues, and grassroots, combining data-driven player stats with on-the-ground scouting. It serves clubs, agencies, and regional federations seeking to make recruitment decisions, offering AI-selected talent insights and access to academy decision makers.

2 investors

AgriDigital builds digital and capital infrastructure for grain and fertilizer supply chains, connecting agribusinesses through a technology platform and inventory financing solutions.

2 investors

Agrigate is an agri-food sourcing service that connects businesses with Indonesian producers and SMEs to procure raw materials and processed products such as coffee, maize, seasonal fruit, and beans. It handles supplier matching, quality checks, export-ready logistics, and flexible commercial terms based on a buyer's volume, grade, and packing requirements.

2 investors