# Vook

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/vook-2

- Industry: Education/Training
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: https://vook.co.jp
- Total disclosed funding: $2.4M
- Latest round: Series B (Mar 1, 2022)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Based in Japan, Vook Inc. specializes in a knowledge-sharing platform that empowers video creators. The company enhances industry collaboration through its extensive educational resources and services, making it a prominent player in the video production landscape.Vook Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012, focusing on video production knowledge sharing. The company has successfully executed 4 deals, with the most recent being a Series D funding round in September 2023, raising JPY 400 million from Nippon Television Network. The company has maintained a steady growth trajectory since its inception, with no documented pivots in strategy or operations. Shuntaro Okamoto, the founder, has a history of entrepreneurial ventures, although details of previous companies are not provided. Vook has raised a total of JPY 400 million to date, with its current valuation noted at JPY 2,955.294 mn.????Vook offers a primary service known as 'Vook,' which functions as a significant media outlet in Japan, focusing on video and film production. The platform caters to over 300,000 monthly users, aiming to support video creators by addressing educational barriers and improving labor conditions. It integrates various features that facilitate learning and collaboration among creators, ultimately fostering a community centered on shared expertise. While primarily targeting the Japanese market, Vook is strategically planning to expand its offerings to international regions.Vook's revenue model is built around subscription services and partnerships tailored for video creators. Subscribers engage with tiered service plans that provide access to exclusive content, educational materials, and networking opportunities. Specific pricing details are not disclosed, but the structure accommodates various user engagement levels. Collaborations with educational institutions and industry organizations further enhance revenue streams by broadening the platform's reach and credibility in the market.On September 27, 2023, Vook Inc. secured JPY 400 million in Series D funding from Nippon Television Network. The company plans to utilize this funding to bolster the production capabilities of video creators and explore new business developments. Furthermore, Vook aims to expand its services into international markets, although specific regions and timelines for these expansions have not been disclosed. The commitment to enhancing creator support and fostering new opportunities will be pivotal in Vook's growth strategy.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Mar 1, 2022, $1.7M — Mizuho Capital, FinTech Global Incorporated
- Series A, Oct 30, 2017, $0.7M — Daiwa Corporate Investment, Mizuho Capital

## Investors

- Daiwa Corporate Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/daiwa-corporate-investment) — Series A
- Mizuho Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mizuho-capital) — Series A, Series B
- FinTech Global Incorporated — Series B