# KEN ROBOTECH CORPORATION

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/ken-robotech

- Industry: Industrial Machinery
- Headquarters: Japan
- Website: www.kenrobo-tech.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $4.5M
- Latest round: Series B (Feb 10, 2025)
- Investors on record: 12

## About

Based in Japan, KEN ROBOTECH CORPORATION specializes in automation solutions for the construction sector, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency through innovative robotic technologies.Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Japan, KEN ROBOTECH CORPORATION focuses on developing robotics tailored for the construction industry. The company has successfully completed 6 deals, with its latest funding round being a Series B raise of JPY 180.000 mn on February 26, 2025, led by investors including Awagin Capital, JR East Start Up, and NSK Ltd. This funding supports the company's goal of enhancing construction efficiency and addressing labor shortages through robotics.Ken Robotech Corporation specializes in automation and efficiency solutions tailored for the construction industry. Their core product line, known as the Tomorobo series, comprises collaborative robots designed to assist in various construction tasks such as rebar tying and material transportation. These robots, including the Rebar Tying Tomorobo and Transporting Tomorobo, function alongside human workers to automate simple and physically demanding tasks, enhancing productivity and reducing worker fatigue. The company’s innovations aim to address labor shortages and challenging working conditions within the construction sector, with products primarily marketed in Japan and targeted for international markets facing similar labor challenges.Ken Robotech's revenue structure is primarily derived from B2B transactions with construction companies, where clients engage in direct purchases of their robotic systems and related services. Clients may enter into agreements for the deployment of specific Tomorobo models based on project requirements, with pricing determined by the complexity and functionality of the robots. The company also offers support services, including training and maintenance, integral to both installation and operational success of their products.In February 2025, KEN ROBOTECH CORPORATION raised a significant amount of venture funding from Mitsubishi HC Capital, which aims to foster innovation, support startup growth, enhance construction efficiency, and address labor shortages through robotics. The company plans to expand its product line with new models tailored for specific construction tasks and aims to enter additional international markets by late 2025, further enhancing its operational capacity and market reach.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Feb 10, 2025, $1.2M — JR East Start Up, NSK Ltd., Awagin Capital
- Series B, Aug 21, 2023, $1M — UntroD Capital, Resona Capital, NTT Finance, NCB Venture Capital, HOXIN
- Series A, Feb 14, 2022, $2.3M — Mobile Internet Capital, UntroD Capital, Iyogin Capital, Chugin Lease
- Seed, Sep 15, 2020 — Mobile Internet Capital, Global Link Co., Ltd.

## Investors

- Mobile Internet Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mobile-internet-capital) — Seed, Series A
- Global Link Co., Ltd. — Seed
- UntroD Capital — Series A, Series B
- Iyogin Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/iyogin-capital) — Series A
- Chugin Lease (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/chugin-lease) — Series A
- Resona Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/resona-capital) — Series B
- NTT Finance — Series B
- NCB Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ncb-venture-capital) — Series B
- HOXIN — Series B
- JR East Start Up (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jr-east-start-up) — Series B
- NSK Ltd. — Series B
- Awagin Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/awagin-capital) — Series B