Eight Knot
Latest round
- Series A
Last raised
- Sep 2026
Total raised
- $3.8M
Investors
- 7
About Eight Knot
Based in Osaka, Japan, and founded in 2021 by CEO Hiroto Kimura, and CTO Tomoaki Yokoyama, Eight knots Inc. designs and develops an autonomous navigation system for water mobility using robotics and artificial intelligence technology. In September 2026, Eight Knot Inc. Eight Knot provides autonomous navigation technology called "Eight Knot AI Captain" which uses advanced technologies such as robotics and AI for water mobility. The technology offers Autopilot assist function, sensor-based detection for obstacles, and automated cautious maneuvering for small vessels. Eight Knot Inc. generates revenue through the provision of autonomous vessel navigation systems, software and module licensing arrangements, marine technology commercialization partnerships, and associated implementation and support services.
Who invested in Eight Knot
7 investors across 2 rounds
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Who invested in Eight Knot?
Eight Knot has 7 investors on record across 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has Eight Knot raised?
Eight Knot has raised 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did Eight Knot last raise money?
Eight Knot's most recent round on record is a Series A, in Sep 2026.
What does Eight Knot do?
Based in Osaka, Japan, and founded in 2021 by CEO Hiroto Kimura, and CTO Tomoaki Yokoyama, Eight knots Inc.
Where is Eight Knot headquartered?
Eight Knot is headquartered in Japan.
Which VCs invest in companies like Eight Knot?
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