# Thinca Co.

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/thinca-co

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: www.thinca.co.jp/
- Total disclosed funding: $12M
- Latest round: Series D (Dec 25, 2020)
- Investors on record: 15

## About

Based in Japan, Thinca Co., Ltd. is engaged in developing a comprehensive communication platform that enhances customer interactions across various channels, aimed at optimizing business communication processes. Thinca Co., Ltd., founded in 2014 in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in creating innovative communication solutions. In March 2024, Thinca CO.,LTD. raised JPY 818.4 million in an IPO, selling 620,000 shares at JPY 1,320 per share above the expected JPY 1,050-1,100 range, on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Section. The listing values Thinca CO.,LTD. at JPY 4.17 billion. Thinca Co., Ltd. offers a comprehensive communication platform known as Kaikura, which enables businesses to manage interactions across multiple channels, including phone calls, SMS, emails, and video calls, in a centralized manner. The platform is designed to streamline communication by organizing customer interaction histories, allowing team members to access relevant information and respond effectively to clients, regardless of who initially handled the inquiry. This service primarily targets businesses seeking to enhance customer relationship management and improve internal communication efficiency, focusing predominantly on the Japanese market as well as potential expansion into other regions. Thinca Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily through subscription-based models for its Kaikura platform. Clients engage with the firm on a recurring basis, paying for access to the software and its features, which include comprehensive management of communication histories and analytics tools for performance tracking. The company establishes direct relationships with B2B clients, providing customized plans that suit the specific needs of various businesses. While exact pricing details for the subscription plans are not disclosed, the structured transaction model ensures a steady revenue stream through ongoing client engagement and support services. Following the IPO in March 2024, Thinca Co., Ltd. plans to continue its business growth and development.

## Funding rounds

- Series D, Dec 25, 2020, $3.9M — Daiwa Corporate Investment, Lead Capital Management, Hiroshima Venture Capital, Oita Venture Capital, Yamanashi Chugin Management Consulting, Kyoto Capital Partners, Tobila Systems, Kiyo Capital Management
- Series C, Apr 8, 2019, $6.2M — Sansei Capital Investment, SBI Investment, Yokohama Capital, Lead Capital Management, Sony Innovation Fund, Freebank Capital
- Series B, Jun 8, 2018, $1.1M — SMBC Venture Capital, Freebank Capital
- Series A, Aug 1, 2017, $1.2M — Nippon Venture Capital

## Investors

- Nippon Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/nippon-venture-capital) — Series A
- SMBC Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/smbc-venture-capital) — Series B
- Freebank Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/freebank-capital) — Series B, Series C
- Sansei Capital Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sansei-capital-investment) — Series C
- SBI Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sbi-investment) — Series C
- Yokohama Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/yokohama-capital) — Series C
- Lead Capital Management — Series C, Series D
- Sony Innovation Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sony-innovation-fund) — Series C
- Daiwa Corporate Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/daiwa-corporate-investment) — Series D
- Hiroshima Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hiroshima-venture-capital) — Series D
- Oita Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/oita-venture-capital) — Series D
- Yamanashi Chugin Management Consulting (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/yamanashi-chugin-management-consulting) — Series D
- Kyoto Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kyoto-capital-partners) — Series D
- Tobila Systems — Series D
- Kiyo Capital Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kiyo-capital-management) — Series D