# Kanmu Corporation

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

- Industry: Financial Services
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.kanmu.co.jp
- Total disclosed funding: $0.5M
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 25, 2013)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Based in Japan, Kanmu Corporation operates as a financial technology firm, delivering innovative solutions that enhance financial accessibility for individuals and businesses through a suite of integrated services.Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Kanmu Corporation specializes in financial technology solutions. The company has made three significant deals, with its most recent funding round being Series F, raising JPY 1,139.00 mn from investors including Seven Bank, Ltd. The company is led by CEO Wataru Yamaki.Kanmu Inc. offers a suite of financial technology solutions designed to integrate financial services into everyday transactions for individuals and businesses. Their core product, the prepaid card known as 'Bundle Card,' allows users to issue cards directly through a mobile application, enabling instant access to funds and facilitating purchases at any Visa-affiliated merchant. Additionally, the company provides a credit card product that combines investment returns with cashback benefits, supporting asset accumulation while making everyday payments. Another key offering is 'Sakutto Funding,' a service that allows businesses to convert future sales into immediate capital, streamlining the funding process through an efficient online application that promises capital availability within four business days. Kanmu serves a diverse client base across various sectors, including individual consumers and a wide range of businesses, particularly in Japan, aiming to enhance financial accessibility and participation in economic activities.Kanmu Inc. generates revenue primarily through transaction fees associated with its financial products and services, as well as partnerships with various businesses leveraging its technology. For instance, when consumers or businesses utilize the Bundle Card for transactions, a small fee may be incurred with each use, contributing to the overall revenue stream. Furthermore, the Sakutto Funding service is structured to charge a fee based on the amount of capital accessed, creating a predictable revenue model linked to business financing needs. The company engages in direct-to-consumer sales as well as partnerships with retailers, allowing for broader market penetration. This multi-faceted revenue structure positions Kanmu to capitalize on various segments of the financial technology market, driving consistent engagement and transaction volume across their offerings.In December 2022, Kanmu Corporation raised JPY 1,139.00 mn in Series F funding, which will be utilized to strengthen its finances and payment service business. The company is focusing on expanding into new markets and is exploring the launch of new products designed to enhance customer financial experiences. Specific timelines and additional details on these initiatives have yet to be disclosed, but the recent funding will play a critical role in supporting these strategic objectives.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 25, 2013, $0.5M — East Ventures, ANRI

## Investors

- East Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/east-ventures) — Seed
- ANRI (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/anri) — Seed
