# Paytner

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

- Industry: Financial Services
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.paytner.co.jp
- Total disclosed funding: $32M
- Latest round: Series D (Sep 1, 2026)
- Investors on record: 21

## About

Founded in 2019  and based in Tokyo, Japan, Paytner Inc. specializes in innovative payment solutions that enhance transaction efficiency for businesses and consumers, providing a suite of digital payment processing services for diverse industries. Paytner Inc., focuses on providing advanced payment solutions. In September 2026, Paytner Inc. raised JPY 2.3 billion in series D funding from YMFG Capital, Aozora Corporate Investment, Samurai Incubate, dof inc., Incubate Fund, Mizuho Capital, JIC Venture Growth Investments, Nissay Capital, Angel Bridge and Spiral Capital. Unspecified investor existed its stake from the company. The company is led by CEO Yu Sakai. Paytner Inc. specializes in innovative payment solutions aimed at enhancing transaction efficiency for businesses and consumers alike. The company’s core offerings include a suite of digital payment processing services designed to streamline transactions, reduce operational costs, and improve customer experience. These services cater primarily to retail businesses and service providers, allowing them to accept multiple forms of payment including credit cards, e-wallets, and mobile payments. Paytner’s solutions have been deployed in various sectors, including e-commerce, hospitality, and transportation, serving a diverse client base across North America and parts of Europe. The company continues to evolve its product range, adapting to changing market demands and technological advancements, delivering solutions that fit the needs of its end users.Paytner Inc. generates revenue through a structured transaction model that encompasses both B2B partnerships and direct-to-consumer services. The company leverages subscription-based pricing for its flagship payment processing services, allowing businesses to integrate these solutions into their operations with predictable costs. Additionally, Paytner offers tiered pricing plans that cater to different transaction volumes and service levels. Revenue is further supported by transaction fees collected when clients process payments through the platform, creating a steady income stream tied to the volume of business conducted.Paytner Inc. plans to launch new products aimed at enhancing its payment processing capabilities, with a focus on improving its factoring service for freelancers.In September 2026, Paytner Inc. raised JPY 2.3 billion in series D funding from YMFG Capital, Aozora Corporate Investment, Samurai Incubate, dof inc., Incubate Fund, Mizuho Capital, JIC Venture Growth Investments, Nissay Capital, Angel Bridge and Spiral Capital. Unspecified investor existed its stake from the company.  The company plans to use the September 2026 funding to  accelerate growth, enhance its platform, build its organization, and prepare for an IPO.

## Funding rounds

- Series D, Sep 1, 2026, $14M — Mizuho Capital, Incubate Fund, Samurai Incubate, Nissay Capital, Spiral Capital, YMFG Capital, Angel Bridge, Aozora Corporate Investment, dof inc., JIC Venture Growth Investments
- Series B, Aug 9, 2023, $2.1M — Mizuho Capital, Incubate Fund, SHIKIGAKU
- Series B, May 8, 2023, $0.6M — SHIKIGAKU
- Series B, Dec 15, 2022, $14M — SMBC Venture Capital, UNITED, inc., Chatwork Co., Ltd., Saison Ventures, FFG Venture Business Partners, Orix Capital, W, i Cubed Ventures
- Series B, Jul 29, 2020, $1.2M — Incubate Fund, East Ventures, Logly, Inc.
- Series A, Sep 26, 2019, $0.1M — Incubate Fund

## Investors

- Incubate Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/incubate-fund) — Series A, Series B, Series D
- East Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/east-ventures) — Series B
- Logly, Inc. — Series B
- SMBC Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/smbc-venture-capital) — Series B
- UNITED, inc. — Series B
- Chatwork Co., Ltd. — Series B
- Saison Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/saison-ventures) — Series B
- FFG Venture Business Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ffg-venture-business-partners) — Series B
- Orix Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/orix-capital) — Series B
- W (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/w) — Series B
- i Cubed Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/i-cubed-ventures) — Series B
- SHIKIGAKU (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/shikigaku) — Series B
- Mizuho Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mizuho-capital) — Series B, Series D
- Samurai Incubate (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/samurai-incubate) — Series D
- Nissay Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/nissay-capital) — Series D
- Spiral Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/spiral-capital) — Series D
- YMFG Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ymfg-capital) — Series D
- Angel Bridge (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/angel-bridge) — Series D
- Aozora Corporate Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/aozora-corporate-investment) — Series D
- dof inc. — Series D
- JIC Venture Growth Investments (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jic-venture-growth-investments) — Series D