# Kuzen

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.kuzen.io/
- Total disclosed funding: $5.9M
- Latest round: Series B (Jul 7, 2026)
- Investors on record: 10

## About

Kuzen, based in Japan, is a software-as-a-service company specializing in LINE marketing tools that enhance customer engagement and optimize marketing strategies across various sectors.Founded in 2015 in Tokyo, Japan, Kuzen provides innovative solutions targeting digital marketing challenges. KUZEN is primarily a provider of LINE marketing tools designed to enhance customer engagement and optimize marketing strategies for various industries. Their core offerings include LINE marketing platforms that facilitate segment-based messaging, LINE mini-applications, and AI-powered chat solutions, including AI agents and chatbots. These products address specific challenges faced by businesses in sectors like recruitment, e-commerce, education, and retail, enabling effective communication with customers through tailored messaging campaigns.KUZEN operates on a dual revenue model that includes subscription-based pricing and performance-based compensation. Clients, ranging from small businesses to large enterprises, engage with KUZEN's services for enhanced LINE marketing efforts, which may involve monthly subscription fees for accessing premium features, alongside additional charges based on performance metrics, such as successful customer interactions or conversions achieved through the platform. Customized solutions are also offered, aligning with specific client needs and incorporating various pricing plans. In July 2026, Kuzen raised JPY 1.63 billion in series B equity and venture debt  funding led by  J-Will Partners with participation from other investors Sumisho Venture Partners, Nippon Venture Capital, NCB Venture Capital, Sagin Capital & Consulting, IK HOLDINGS Co.,Ltd, University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners, Shizuoka Bank, Bank of Fukuoka and Japan Finance Corporation. The company plans to use July 2026 funds to enhance its customer data platform, expand AI-driven personalization capabilities, and strengthen multi-channel customer engagement across LINE, email, and SMS.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Jul 7, 2026 — Nippon Venture Capital, University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners, J-Will Partners, Sagin Capital & Consulting, NCB Venture Capital, Sumisho Venture Partners
- Series A, Jun 28, 2023, $1.8M — University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners, Hayate Investment, 100 Capital, NCB Venture Capital
- Series A, May 12, 2021, $4.1M — University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners, FIRSTLIGHT Capital, Orchestra Investment

## Investors

- University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/university-of-tokyo-edge-capital-partners) — Series A, Series B
- FIRSTLIGHT Capital — Series A
- Orchestra Investment — Series A
- Hayate Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hayate-investment) — Series A
- 100 Capital — Series A
- NCB Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ncb-venture-capital) — Series A, Series B
- Nippon Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/nippon-venture-capital) — Series B
- J-Will Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/j-will-partners) — Series B
- Sagin Capital & Consulting (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sagin-capital-consulting) — Series B
- Sumisho Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sumisho-venture-partners) — Series B