# Strainer

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

- Industry: Information Services
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.strainer.jp/
- Total disclosed funding: $0.4M
- Latest round: Seed (Oct 27, 2017)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Based in Japan, Strainer, Inc. specializes in providing streamlined financial reporting solutions, focusing on simplifying business news and financial results for its users, particularly investors and corporate executives.Strainer, Inc. was founded in 2017 and operates out of Tokyo, Japan. The company focuses on delivering financial insights and reporting solutions to its clients. It has successfully completed 4 deals to date, with the most recent funding round occurring on February 13, 2025, where it raised JPY 263 million from investor Ateam, marking the total amount raised by the company at JPY 263 million.Strainer specializes in providing streamlined financial reporting solutions, primarily focusing on simplifying and clarifying business news and financial results for its users. The core product offering revolves around an analytical platform that aggregates financial data, news updates, and critical insights, tailored for investors and business professionals. This platform serves a diverse clientele, including retail investors, institutional investors, and corporate executives, enabling them to make informed decisions based on real-time information and analysis. Strainer's services are primarily aimed at markets in Japan, where they cater to a growing demand for accessible and understandable financial insights, particularly in the context of rapidly evolving corporate landscapes, such as the technology and AI sectors.Strainer generates revenue through a subscription-based model, offering different tiers of access to its analytical platform and associated services. Clients may engage with the company by subscribing to various plans that provide differing levels of access to market data and insights, fostering a direct-to-consumer relationship. The flagship offerings include in-depth reports on major companies, industry trends, and tailored analyses for specific sectors. Transactions involve monthly or annual subscriptions, allowing users continuous access to the evolving financial landscape and timely information for investment decisions. The structured pricing plans cater to a range of customer needs, from individual investors seeking basic insights to larger enterprises requiring comprehensive market analysis.In February 2025, Strainer, Inc. raised JPY 263 million in venture funding from new investor Ateam. The investment aims to expand Ateam's digital marketing services, enhance synergies, and access new markets, boosting corporate client growth. Future growth plans include designing and launching new products and expanding into additional geographic markets, though specific details on those products and regions have yet to be disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Oct 27, 2017, $0.2M — Monex Ventures, Skyland Ventures
- Angel, Jun 1, 2017, $0.2M — East Ventures

## Investors

- East Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/east-ventures) — Angel
- Monex Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/monex-ventures) — Seed
- Skyland Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/skyland-ventures) — Seed