# FULL KAITEN

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/full-kaiten

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Osaka-shi, Japan
- Website: www.full-kaiten.com
- Total disclosed funding: $12M
- Latest round: Series E (Jun 8, 2023)
- Investors on record: 11

## About

Based in Osaka, Japan, FULL KAITEN Inc. specializes in providing cloud-based inventory optimization solutions that leverage artificial intelligence to enhance retailers' inventory management processes and profitability.Founded in 2012 in Osaka-shi, Japan, FULL KAITEN Inc. operates as an innovative provider of inventory optimization tools. The firm has completed 8 deals, with its most recent funding round occurring on November 27, 2023. The company raised JPY 1.16 billion from lead investor JAFCO Group and Japan Finance Corporation. The founder's previous history or other ventures is not detailed, and there are no parent or subsidiary mentions.FULL KAITEN offers a sophisticated cloud-based inventory optimization tool designed to transform in-stock inventory into profits. The platform utilizes proprietary artificial intelligence to analyze historical sales data, predicting the sales velocity of individual SKUs (Stock Keeping Units) and providing insights for optimizing inventory management throughout the product lifecycle. This service is particularly beneficial for retailers in sectors such as apparel, sports goods, and electronics, where precise inventory control is critical. Clients, including Dome Corporation and Murasaki Sports, utilize FULL KAITEN to minimize excess inventory, enhance gross margins, and streamline operations. The geographical markets served by FULL KAITEN are primarily located in Japan, addressing the specific needs of both physical and e-commerce retail channels.FULL KAITEN operates on a subscription-based revenue model, supporting clients through a suite of analytical services tailored to inventory management and sales optimization. Customers engage with the platform by integrating their existing sales and inventory data, which enables FULL KAITEN to deliver actionable insights and recommendations. The transactions typically involve annual or monthly service fees based on the scope of data analyzed and the number of SKUs monitored. Clients benefit from a range of services designed to maximize sales and gross profit margins, including pricing strategy adjustments and actionable inventory movement directives. The firm’s revenue is driven by the value it provides in optimizing client operations, thereby enhancing overall profitability for businesses across various retail sectors.In November 2023, FULL KAITEN Inc. raised JPY 1.16 billion in venture funding, which will be utilized for product development and recruitment enhancements. The company is focusing on expanding its offerings and capabilities while targeting potential growth in new markets. Specific geographical regions and product launch timelines have yet to be disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Series E, Jun 8, 2023, $4.4M — JAFCO Group, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, SMBC Venture Capital, Miyagin Venture Capital, Spiral Capital, FFG Venture Business Partners, YMFG Capital
- Series B, Jul 6, 2021, $4.5M — JAFCO Group
- Series B, Jan 15, 2020, $1.6M — Daiwa Corporate Investment, Mizuho Capital, Kyoto Capital Partners
- Series A, Jun 12, 2018, $1.1M — Daiwa Corporate Investment, Mizuho Capital, UNITED, inc., Kyoto Capital Partners
- Seed, May 12, 2017 — Daiwa Corporate Investment

## Investors

- Daiwa Corporate Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/daiwa-corporate-investment) — Seed, Series A, Series B
- Mizuho Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mizuho-capital) — Series A, Series B
- UNITED, inc. — Series A
- Kyoto Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kyoto-capital-partners) — Series A, Series B
- JAFCO Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jafco-group) — Series B, Series E
- Mitsubishi UFJ Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mitsubishi-ufj-capital) — Series E
- SMBC Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/smbc-venture-capital) — Series E
- Miyagin Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/miyagin-venture-capital) — Series E
- Spiral Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/spiral-capital) — Series E
- FFG Venture Business Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ffg-venture-business-partners) — Series E
- YMFG Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ymfg-capital) — Series E