# SURF Music

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/surf-music

- Industry: Media
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.discover.surf/
- Total disclosed funding: $7.5M
- Latest round: Series A (Mar 16, 2026)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Founded in 2019 by CEO Ken Kobori and COO Jona Higa and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SURF Music specializes in providing a platform for music creators to collaborate and pitch original compositions. In March 2026, SURF raised JPY 1.2 billion in series A funding from Cherubic Ventures, YG PLUS INC., Enigmo Inc., Ageha Springs Co., Ltd., Rainbow Entertainment Co., Ltd., and Hipland Music Corporation Co., Ltd.

SURF Music is an all-in-one platform designed to facilitate collaboration among creators in the music industry and provide a marketplace for original music compositions. The platform enables users to pitch and sell their music globally while retaining 100% of their publishing rights. SURF Music connects its users with a diverse network of talented creators, including Grammy Award winners and chart-topping artists, primarily targeting markets across Asia and beyond. The platform aims to streamline the process of finding unique collaboration opportunities and discovering competitive information regarding the music landscape in various territories. Through an innovative and user-friendly interface, SURF Music serves music creators, publishers, management entities, and record labels, enhancing their ability to expand their reach and grow their businesses in the global entertainment sector.

The revenue model for SURF Music revolves around facilitating direct transactions between music creators and potential partners in the industry. Through subscriptions or partnerships, creators can access a suite of tools designed to help them manage their music placements and collaborations effectively. The platform offers tiered pricing plans that cater to different segments of its user base, encompassing both individual creators and business entities such as record labels and publishers. This structure promotes a direct-to-consumer approach, allowing users to connect with potential collaborators and clients efficiently. By focusing on providing a seamless experience for music management and networking, SURF Music positions itself as a pivotal player in the evolving landscape of the global music industry.

The company plans to use the March 2026 funding to strengthen its platform connecting music creators with the global music and entertainment industry. The company will use the funding to accelerate product development and overseas expansion.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Mar 16, 2026, $7.5M — Cherubic Ventures, Enigmo Inc., YG PLUS, INC., Rainbow Entertainment Co., Ltd., Ageha Springs Co., Ltd., Hipland Music Corporation Co., Ltd.

## Investors

- Cherubic Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cherubic-ventures) — Series A
- Enigmo Inc. — Series A
- YG PLUS, INC. — Series A
- Rainbow Entertainment Co., Ltd. — Series A
- Ageha Springs Co., Ltd. — Series A
- Hipland Music Corporation Co., Ltd. — Series A