# gumi

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.gu3.co.jp
- Total disclosed funding: $93M
- Latest round: Series H (Jul 4, 2014)
- Investors on record: 13

## About

Based in Japan, gumi is engaged in the design and development of innovative gaming experiences and blockchain technology solutions, providing unique digital services to a global audience.Founded in 2007 in Tokyo, Japan, gumi Inc. specializes in gaming and blockchain-related services. The company has made nine significant deals, with its most recent deal occurring on March 29, 2024. Hironao Kunimitsu serves as the CEO. In March 2024, SBI Holdings acquired a 7.58% minority stake in the company for undisclosed financial terms, raising a total of JPY 6230.400 mn across all funding rounds.gumi Inc. is primarily known for its innovative gaming and blockchain-related offerings. The company's flagship product, a new game titled "TOKYO BEAST," was globally released on June 22, 2025, and is designed to provide users with a thrilling gaming experience centered around the potential for significant monetary rewards, with a total prize pool equivalent to 1.5 billion yen. In addition to its gaming ventures, gumi is heavily involved in blockchain technology, partnering with Hinode Technologies and SatLayer to operate nodes for Cube, a blockchain service. The company also invests through its gumi Cryptos Capital Fund II, particularly in digital assets, which indicates a strategic focus on emerging technologies and decentralized finance solutions. gumi's products primarily target a global audience, appealing to gamers and blockchain enthusiasts across various geographic markets, including but not limited to Japan, North America, and European regions.gumi Inc. generates revenue through diverse channels including game sales, in-game purchases, and strategic partnerships in the blockchain sector. The company reported revenue of JPY 117917398.7 in 2023, with an EBITDA of JPY 5676181.2. Their gaming products, such as "TOKYO BEAST," operate on a freemium model, allowing users free access while offering in-game purchases to enhance their experience. Additionally, revenue is derived from blockchain initiatives through collaborations in the digital asset arena, facilitating direct transactions with consumers and B2B partnerships with other tech firms and financial institutions.Looking ahead, gumi Inc. plans to launch new products, including the game "TOKYO BEAST" in June 2025. The company aims to expand its market presence in North America and Europe, targeting these regions for growth by 2026. The recent funding round will be utilized to support product development and market expansion initiatives.

## Funding rounds

- Series H, Jul 4, 2014, $49M — JAFCO Group, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, B Dash Ventures, Shinsei Investment Management, World Innovation Lab, STRIVE, DBJ Capital
- Series G, Dec 26, 2013, $19M — SBI Shinsei Bank, Development Bank of Japan, B Dash Ventures, East Ventures, Fuji Media Holdings
- Series F, Dec 5, 2011, $25M — SBI Shinsei Bank, JAFCO Group, Development Bank of Japan, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, Nissay Capital, Koei Tecmo Games Co., Ltd.

## Investors

- SBI Shinsei Bank — Series F, Series G
- JAFCO Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jafco-group) — Series F, Series H
- Development Bank of Japan (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/development-bank-of-japan) — Series F, Series G
- Mitsubishi UFJ Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mitsubishi-ufj-capital) — Series F, Series H
- Nissay Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/nissay-capital) — Series F
- Koei Tecmo Games Co., Ltd. — Series F
- B Dash Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/b-dash-ventures) — Series G, Series H
- East Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/east-ventures) — Series G
- Fuji Media Holdings — Series G
- Shinsei Investment Management — Series H
- World Innovation Lab — Series H
- STRIVE (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/strive) — Series H
- DBJ Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dbj-capital) — Series H