# CellFiber Co.

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

- Industry: Materials
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.cellfiber.jp
- Total disclosed funding: $9.6M
- Latest round: Series B (Nov 8, 2023)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Based in Japan, CellFiber Co. Ltd. specializes in advanced fiber optic solutions, focusing on high-performance optical communication products that enhance data transmission speeds and reliability for various applications.Founded in 2015, CellFiber Co., Ltd. operates from Tokyo, Japan, concentrating on the development of fiber optic solutions. The company has completed a total of 4 deals, with its most recent financing round occurring on November 8, 2023, where it raised JPY 830 million in a Series B round from investors including Chiba Dojo, Fast Track Initiative, JAFCO Group, Universal Materials Incubator, and UntroD Capital. The current company valuation stands at JPY 2801.647 million. Yu Yanagisawa is the CEO of the company.CellFiber specializes in advanced fiber optic solutions, focusing primarily on high-performance optical communication products. Their core offerings include state-of-the-art optical fibers and related components designed to enhance data transmission speeds and reliability in various applications. These products are engineered to meet the demands of telecommunications providers, data centers, and enterprises requiring robust connectivity solutions. The company serves a diverse clientele across multiple sectors, including telecommunications, information technology, and broadcasting, with a specific emphasis on markets in North America and Europe, where high-speed data transmission is critical. By providing innovative solutions that address the challenges of bandwidth and connectivity, Cellfiber aims to facilitate seamless communication for its end users.Cellfiber's revenue model is primarily structured around B2B transactions, where the company partners with telecommunications firms and large enterprises to supply its fiber optic products. Transactions typically occur through direct sales agreements, with options for bulk purchasing and long-term supply contracts to ensure clients have consistent access to essential materials. The pricing plans for their flagship optical fiber products are designed to cater to both large-scale deployments and smaller project needs, allowing flexibility in serving a range of customers from large corporations to smaller service providers. Revenue is generated not only from product sales but also from ongoing partnerships that include maintenance and support services, enhancing the overall value proposition for clients.In November 2023, CellFiber Co., Ltd. raised JPY 830 million in Series B funding, with plans to use the capital for technological development aimed at mass production of medical cells and to secure human resources for global business expansion. The company is looking to expand into new markets, particularly targeting regions in Asia and Europe with enhanced offerings expected to be rolled out by the end of 2024.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Nov 8, 2023, $5.5M — JAFCO Group, UntroD Capital, Universal Materials Incubator, Fast Track Initiative, Chiba Dojo
- Series A, May 12, 2022, $3.1M — Daiwa Corporate Investment, UntroD Capital
- Seed, Oct 14, 2020, $1M — UntroD Capital

## Investors

- UntroD Capital — Seed, Series A, Series B
- Daiwa Corporate Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/daiwa-corporate-investment) — Series A
- JAFCO Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jafco-group) — Series B
- Universal Materials Incubator (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/universal-materials-incubator) — Series B
- Fast Track Initiative (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/fast-track-initiative) — Series B
- Chiba Dojo (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/chiba-dojo) — Series B