# SetsuroTech

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

- Industry: Biotechnology
- Headquarters: Tokushima-shi, Japan
- Website: www.setsurotech.com
- Total disclosed funding: $6.1M
- Latest round: Series A (Nov 9, 2020)
- Investors on record: 12

## About

Based in Japan, SetsuroTech  specializes in gene editing, providing a range of advanced research services and products to the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors, enhancing the development of genomic solutions. Founded in 2017 in Tokushima-shi, Japan, SetsuroTech  focuses on gene editing services. In January 2026, SetsuroTech  raised JPY 320 million in series A round from EXPONENTIAL ZAISAN PARTNERS, Inspire Corporation, Osaka Small and Medium Business Investment & Consultation, Iyogin Capital and HOXIN. Returning investor SBI Investment also participated in this round .SetsuroTech specializes in gene editing contract services, offering solutions for advanced research in genomics and biotechnology. Their core products include genome-edited mice, rats, cells, model organisms, and monoclonal antibodies, serving academic institutions and biotechnology companies focused on drug efficacy and research methodologies. They also provide essential research tools such as automated behavioral analysis equipment and chiral amino acid analysis, catering to clients in Japan, Asia, and select international markets.SetsuroTech generates revenue through contract research agreements with clients, including academic institutions and biotechnology firms. Clients engage in service contracts for genome editing and related research support services, with project payments based on specific research requirements. The company operates a B2B model, emphasizing long-term partnerships to facilitate ongoing research collaborations, with pricing based on service complexity and project scope. The funds will support the development of new products aimed at enhancing genomic research capabilities, reinforcing their commitment to innovation in the biotechnology sector.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Nov 9, 2020, $0.5M — Setouchi Tourism Partners
- Series A, Jul 1, 2020, $0.6M — MIRAIDOOR, Awa Bank, Academia Industry Alliance Capital, Tokushima University
- Series A, Jun 2, 2020, $4.3M — SBI Investment, MIRAIDOOR, Jigyo Souzou Capital, TechAccel Ventures, Awagin Business Service, Tokiwa co.Ltd., Kitaoka Group, Nakayama Co. Ltd.
- Series A, Dec 21, 2018, $0.7M — SBI Investment, MIRAIDOOR, TechAccel Ventures, Awa Bank
- Seed, Oct 14, 2017 — SBI Investment, MIRAIDOOR, TechAccel Ventures

## Investors

- SBI Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sbi-investment) — Seed, Series A
- MIRAIDOOR (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/miraidoor) — Seed, Series A
- TechAccel Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/techaccel-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- Awa Bank — Series A
- Jigyo Souzou Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jigyo-souzou-capital) — Series A
- Awagin Business Service — Series A
- Tokiwa co.Ltd. — Series A
- Kitaoka Group — Series A
- Nakayama Co. Ltd. — Series A
- Academia Industry Alliance Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/academia-industry-alliance-capital) — Series A
- Tokushima University — Series A
- Setouchi Tourism Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/setouchi-tourism-partners) — Series A