# HIKE Co.

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

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: Shinjuku, Japan
- Website: www.hike.inc/
- Latest round: Series A (Oct 2, 2025)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Founded in 2018, based in Tokyo, Japan, HIKE Co., Ltd operates as a multifaceted company specializing in entertainment-related products and services. It focuses on delivering innovative entertainment solutions. HIKE Inc. offers a diverse range of products and services concentrated primarily in the entertainment sector. Their core offerings include a comprehensive online platform for original merchandise related to anime, games, VTubers, and artists, which caters to a wide spectrum of pop culture enthusiasts. The company also operates a unique collaboration restaurant that elevates fan experiences beyond traditional cafes, providing an immersive dining environment. Additionally, HIKE provides a voice actor crowdsourcing service that connects clients with professional voice talent, enabling businesses to obtain tailored audio data at no initial cost. HIKE's global reach spans various geographical markets, including North America, Europe, and Asia, targeting both individual consumers and businesses within the entertainment and media industries.HIKE Inc.'s revenue model encompasses multiple streams generated through various business transactions. The company capitalizes on direct-to-consumer sales through its e-commerce platform for merchandise and operates subscription-based services for exclusive content and experiences. Partnerships with IP holders facilitate collaborative projects, enabling revenue sharing from merchandise sales as well as dining experiences at their themed restaurants. Additionally, the voice actor service generates income through project-based contracts with clients seeking specific audio work. This diverse transaction structure allows HIKE to sustain its operations while catering to a broad client base, including individual consumers, content creators, and corporations in the entertainment sector.In October 2025, HIKE Co., Ltd raised an undisclosed amount of Series A funding from new investor Simplex Capital Investment, TV Asahi, and participation from other investors. The company plans to utilize this funding to enhance its animation production platform and accelerate digital transformation in the industry. HIKE is exploring opportunities to expand its product offerings and reach new markets, including targeted growth within North America and Europe over the next few years.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Oct 2, 2025 — TV Asahi Holdings, Simplex Capital Investment

## Investors

- TV Asahi Holdings — Series A
- Simplex Capital Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/simplex-capital-investment) — Series A