# NEXT NEW WORLD

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/next-new-world

- Industry: Materials
- Headquarters: Kiryu, Japan
- Website: www.nextnewworld.co
- Latest round: Series A (Jun 22, 2026)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Founded in 2021 and based in Kiryu, Japan, NEXT NEW WORLD Inc. d.b.a. NEXT NEW WORLD, operates as a research and development company that explores silk protein as a petroleum alternative for use in beauty and healthcare segments. In June 2026, Next New World Inc. raised an undisclosed amount in series A and debt funding funding led by 15th Rock, with participation from Pola Orbis Holdings, and Ajinomoto, S.T. CORPORATION, Shinkin Capital, Mizuho Capital and integrate co., ltd. This round was part of a larger JPY 240 million equity and debt financing.

The firm’s product offerings include silk supplements for kidney disease prevention and diet, beauty and apparel products, and silk coatings to reduce food loss. The platform uses its patented silk-derived nanofibroin technology to enable high absorption, moisture retention, and UV protection that aids in the development of various cosmetic products. The company uses organic, GOTS-certified silk, free from preservatives, herbicides, pesticides, and chemical fertilizers.

The company will use the June 2026 funding to expand pet product sales, strengthen human healthcare applications, reinforce R&D and manufacturing systems, and pursue partnerships and M&A.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jun 22, 2026 — Mizuho Capital, Shinkin Capital, 15th Rock, Ajinomoto, Pola Orbis Holdings, S.T. CORPORATION

## Investors

- Mizuho Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mizuho-capital) — Series A
- Shinkin Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/shinkin-capital) — Series A
- 15th Rock (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/15th-rock) — Series A
- Ajinomoto — Series A
- Pola Orbis Holdings — Series A
- S.T. CORPORATION — Series A