# Nailie

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: https://nailie.jp
- Total disclosed funding: $5.6M
- Latest round: Series B (Jul 3, 2024)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Based in Japan, Nailie Inc. operates a mobile platform that connects customers with professional nail technicians and stylists, enhancing their booking experience for nail care services.Nailie Inc. specializes in connecting clients with nail care professionals through an innovative platform. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. It has completed three funding deals, with the most recent being a Series B round on December 25, 2024, where it raised JPY 680.000 mn from investors including 100 Capital and Nissay Capital. Nailie's current valuation stands at JPY 4,887.076 mn, reflecting its growth and market positioning. The CEO is Kengo Asakura, who has a history of involvement in the beauty and technology sectors.Nailie primarily offers a platform that connects customers with professional nail technicians and stylists, providing a seamless booking experience for nail care services. Their core services include online appointment scheduling, customer reviews, and a curated selection of nail art designs that highlight trends and popular techniques. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including individual consumers seeking nail treatments and salons looking to increase their visibility and client engagement. Nailie's services are designed to solve the common challenges of finding qualified nail professionals and managing appointments efficiently. The company operates in various geographical markets, focusing on urban areas with a high density of beauty service providers and consumers, facilitating access to nail care in regions such as Tokyo, Osaka, and other major cities throughout Japan.Nailie generates revenue through a transactional model that involves direct consumer bookings and partnerships with nail salons. Clients can schedule services through the platform, which includes fees for each appointment booked. The transaction structure is primarily B2C, allowing customers to pay for services directly through the platform. Nailie may also offer subscription plans for salons wishing to enhance their visibility on the platform or gain access to premium features, creating a steady revenue stream from business partners.In December 2024, Nailie Inc. raised an undisclosed amount of venture funding from new investors W TOKYO Inc. and Going Merry. The company plans to utilize this funding to expand its market presence and develop new services, targeting further growth in both existing and new geographic regions.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Jul 3, 2024, $4.2M — SMBC Venture Capital, Nissay Capital, 100 Capital, The Seed Capital, Pola Orbis Holdings
- Series A, Oct 8, 2019, $1.3M — CyberAgent Capital, AirTrip

## Investors

- CyberAgent Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cyberagent-capital) — Series A
- AirTrip — Series A
- SMBC Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/smbc-venture-capital) — Series B
- Nissay Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/nissay-capital) — Series B
- 100 Capital — Series B
- The Seed Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/the-seed-capital) — Series B
- Pola Orbis Holdings — Series B