# Pathee

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.pathee.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $8.4M
- Latest round: Series C (Sep 25, 2018)
- Investors on record: 8

## About

Based in Japan, Pathee Inc. is a shopping spot information platform that curates leisure, gifting, and shopping experiences, primarily in urban areas. The company provides tailored recommendations for activities and products based on user preferences.Pathee Inc. is a platform that offers curated information on shopping and leisure activities. Founded in 2012, its headquarters is located in Tokyo, Japan. The company has successfully closed 6 deals, with its latest deal being a Trade Sale amounting to JPY 522.800 mn on January 22, 2025. The majority stake was acquired by MOV Inc. from Kakaku.com, enabling the company to enhance its business model in online and offline retail services. The CEO of Pathee Inc. is Shinsuke Terada.Pathee (???) is a comprehensive shopping spot information platform that curates a wide range of leisure, gifting, and shopping experiences primarily in urban locations such as Tokyo and Nagoya. It provides tailored recommendations for activities, gifts, and products based on specific occasions and user preferences. Key services include guides to local attractions and shopping destinations, along with detailed insights into popular products like Korean cosmetics, jewelry, and specialty foods. The company targets a diverse clientele, including individuals seeking leisure activities, gift buyers, and consumers interested in the latest trends, particularly in metropolitan areas across Japan, such as Yokohama, Shibuya, and Ikebukuro.Pathee generates revenue through partnerships with local businesses and retailers. It facilitates direct transactions between users and those establishments, operating on a model that includes affiliate marketing, where it earns commissions for directing traffic and potential customers to featured merchants. Although specific pricing structures are not disclosed, the transactions may involve various service offerings such as promotional partnerships or featured listings for retailers aiming to enhance visibility among consumers. The platform's focus on specific demographics supports its revenue model by connecting users to local shops and enhancing the overall shopping experience.In January 2025, MOV Inc. acquired a majority stake in Pathee Inc., which will allow the company to accelerate its new business model related to online and offline retail services. Future growth plans include the design and launch of new products tailored to enhance user experience and expand its market presence. The acquisition will enable further exploration into new geographic regions and markets, reinforcing Pathee's strategic position within the industry.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Sep 25, 2018, $5.7M — Eight Roads Ventures, SMBC Venture Capital, Mitsui & Co., Dai-Ichi Kogyo Credit Cooperative, Shikwell Co., Ltd, Regional Revitalization Solution
- Series A, Jun 29, 2017, $2.7M — Daiwa Corporate Investment, Eight Roads Ventures, ABC Dream Ventures

## Investors

- Daiwa Corporate Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/daiwa-corporate-investment) — Series A
- Eight Roads Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/eight-roads-ventures) — Series A, Series C
- ABC Dream Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/abc-dream-ventures) — Series A
- SMBC Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/smbc-venture-capital) — Series C
- Mitsui & Co. — Series C
- Dai-Ichi Kogyo Credit Cooperative — Series C
- Shikwell Co., Ltd — Series C
- Regional Revitalization Solution (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/regional-revitalization-solution) — Series C