# Crafter

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/crafter

- Industry: Marketing/Advertising
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.chatbook.ai
- Total disclosed funding: $0.8M
- Latest round: Series A (Dec 17, 2019)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Crafter, Inc. is a technology company specializing in lead generation through innovative no-code chatbot solutions that enhance automated customer interactions across various digital platforms.Founded in 2016 in Tokyo, Japan, Crafter, Inc. develops advanced chatbot technology to streamline customer communication. The company has raised a total of JPY 82.200 mn through its Series A funding round in July 2022, with notable investors including East Ventures and Japan Finance Corporation. CEO Maiko Kojima leads the company, which has completed 3 deals to date and is valued at JPY 837.129 mn.Crafter, Inc. specializes in lead generation through no-code chatbot solutions that automate communication between businesses and their customers. Their chatbots operate across platforms such as web, LINE, and Instagram, providing features like automatic responses and personalized messaging that improve customer engagement. The company primarily serves diverse clients aiming to enhance marketing strategies and customer experience, initially targeting the Japanese market while looking to expand into additional regions.Crafter, Inc. operates on a subscription-based model, with clients paying for access to various chatbot services and features. Pricing plans are tailored based on client needs, including the number of chatbots and customization levels. The company has established partnerships with major CRM systems like Salesforce and HubSpot, facilitating seamless customer data integration and providing onboarding support to ensure effective customer interactions.Crafter, Inc. plans to launch new products aimed at enhancing its chatbot functionalities and services, with specific details to be announced in the coming months. The company is also looking to expand into international markets beyond Japan, targeting regions in Southeast Asia by the end of 2023. The recent funding from its Series A round will support product development and market expansion efforts, as the company aims to strengthen its position in the growing demand for automated customer interaction solutions.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Dec 17, 2019, $0.8M — Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Venture Capital, East Ventures, Voyage Ventures, Monex Ventures, Japan Finance Corporation
- Seed, Feb 19, 2018 — Z Venture Capital, East Ventures, Salesforce Ventures

## Investors

- Z Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/z-venture-capital) — Seed
- East Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/east-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Salesforce Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/salesforce-ventures) — Seed
- Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mitsui-sumitomo-insurance-venture-capital) — Series A
- Voyage Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/voyage-ventures) — Series A
- Monex Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/monex-ventures) — Series A
- Japan Finance Corporation — Series A