# Biome Co.

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/biome-co

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Kyoto, Japan
- Website: www.biome.co.jp
- Total disclosed funding: $3.2M
- Latest round: Series B (Apr 20, 2023)
- Investors on record: 14

## About

Based in Japan, Biome Co., Ltd. focuses on developing innovative technology solutions for biodiversity conservation, offering tools that empower users to document and analyze species in their environments.Biome Co., Ltd. was founded in 2017 in Kyoto, Japan. The company focuses on biodiversity conservation and has successfully raised a total of JPY 300.160 mn in funding through a SERIES B round led by various investors, including Chushin Venture Capital and Mizuho Capital. The firm has completed a total of 4 deals, with the most recent deal dated March 27, 2025. The founders include Alexey Velikorodny, Collin Cavote, Gigi Kamali, and Stephan Senghor, with Alexey Velikorodny serving as the CEO.Biome Co., Ltd. provides innovative services aimed at biodiversity conservation through technology. Its flagship product, the Biome app, allows users to document and identify various species, enhancing local biodiversity appreciation. The company also offers specialized applications such as BiomeSurvey for scientific research and BiomeViewer for data visualization, catering to a wide range of clients, including businesses, governmental agencies, research institutions, and NGOs focused on environmental conservation. Biome Co., Ltd. is actively engaging in regions with significant ecological value and those facing biodiversity challenges, promoting sustainable practices.Biome Co., Ltd.'s revenue model includes service packages designed for enterprises, government bodies, and research institutions, addressing biodiversity loss challenges. These packages typically involve subscriptions for access to their applications and data tools, facilitating environmental assessments and biodiversity projects. Collaborations with organizations dedicated to ecological research and policy-making also enhance their service offerings, ensuring clients can effectively incorporate these tools into their conservation efforts.Following a recent funding round in March 2025 from NTT DOCOMO Ventures, Biome Co., Ltd. plans to utilize the funding to develop technology leveraging satellite data for estimating vegetation and living organisms across extensive areas. The company is focused on expanding its product offerings and aims to introduce new applications to strengthen its market position. They also intend to explore new markets for their services, specifically targeting regions with critical biodiversity concerns by leveraging their technology to enhance awareness and conservation efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Apr 20, 2023, $2.2M — Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, Global Brain, Mizuho Capital, SBI Investment, MIRAIDOOR, Chushin Venture Capital, Kyoto Capital Partners, Kips, Kamakura Investment Management, Kyoto Angel Fund, Kyoshin Social Capital
- Seed, Feb 7, 2019, $0.9M — Mizuho Capital, MIRAIDOOR, Hack Ventures, Chushin Venture Capital, Kips, Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank, Kyoto Research Park Corp.

## Investors

- Mizuho Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mizuho-capital) — Seed, Series B
- MIRAIDOOR (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/miraidoor) — Seed, Series B
- Hack Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hack-ventures) — Seed
- Chushin Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/chushin-venture-capital) — Seed, Series B
- Kips (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kips) — Seed, Series B
- Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank — Seed
- Kyoto Research Park Corp. — Seed
- Mitsubishi UFJ Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mitsubishi-ufj-capital) — Series B
- Global Brain (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/global-brain) — Series B
- SBI Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sbi-investment) — Series B
- Kyoto Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kyoto-capital-partners) — Series B
- Kamakura Investment Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kamakura-investment-management) — Series B
- Kyoto Angel Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kyoto-angel-fund) — Series B
- Kyoshin Social Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kyoshin-social-capital) — Series B