89 indexable Auto companies headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, ranked by total equity funding and recent funding momentum. Combined disclosed equity funding of $192.8M across 10 funded companies.
| # | Company | Funding | Valuation | Stage | Latest round | Employees | Founded | Momentum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
TerraCharge
EV charging and infrastructure solutions |
$137.2M | — | Series D | Series D Aug 2025 | — | 2010 | ↑ Active |
| 2 |
cars
Online marketplace for car buying and selling |
$13.9M | — | Early Stage | Unattributed Sep 2023 | 178 | 1960 | — |
| 3 |
Azoop
Provider of the commercial vehicle auction platform |
$7.8M | — | Series B | Series B Feb 2022 | 52 | 2017 | — |
| 4 |
Fixx
On-site car maintenance services provider |
$663.3K | — | Seed | Seed Nov 2023 | — | 2022 | — |
| 5 |
Seibii
Offers automobile car repair and maintenance services |
$7.6M | — | Series A | Series A Jun 2021 | 38 | 2019 | — |
| 6 |
Global Mobility Service
Connectivity and telematics solution for usage-based auto finance |
$10M | — | Series C | Series C Jun 2018 | 105 | 2013 | — |
| 7 |
Alliance Tire Group
Manufacturer and supplier of tires to OEMs and aftermarket |
$10M | — | Unfunded | May 2012 | — | 2007 | — |
| 8 |
MiddleField
Marketplace for distribution of the automobile after-parts & motorsports |
$2.2M | — | Deadpooled | Seed Dec 2017 | 30 | 2015 | — |
| 9 |
Ancar
P2P used car buying and selling platform |
$2M | — | Seed | Seed Oct 2016 | — | 2015 | — |
| 10 |
UcarPAC
Company that operates an online auction platform for used cars, providing a convenient and secure way for individuals and businesses to buy and sell vehicles |
$1.4M | — | Seed | Seed Mar 2016 | 30 | 2012 | — |
| 11 |
Link T&B
Company that specializes in the development of DCDC converters and inverters and technical consulting services |
— | — | Funding Raised | Conventional Debt Jul 2025 | — | 2019 | ↑ Active |
| 12 |
Triad Corporation
Manufacturer and supplier of heat exchangers |
— | — | Public | Grant (prize money) Feb 2023 | 4,496 | 1936 | — |
| 13 |
Bridgestone
Manufacturer and supplier of tyres and tubes |
— | — | Public | Grant (prize money) Nov 2022 | 116 | 1931 | — |
| 14 |
Honda
Brand of passenger cars |
— | — | Public | Grant (prize money) Jul 2021 | 197,039 | 1946 | — |
| 15 |
agc
AGC is a glass and chemical producer. |
— | — | Public | Feb 2021 | 62,279 | 1907 | — |
| 16 |
Furukawa Electric
Manufacturer and supplier of major auto components |
— | — | Public | Grant (prize money) Nov 2020 | 51,314 | 1884 | — |
| 17 |
TBK
Manufacturer and supplier of major auto components to OEMs |
— | — | Public | Oct 2020 | 2,818 | 1949 | — |
| 18 |
advanex
Advanex is a manufacturer of precision springs. |
— | — | Public | — | 2,095 | 1946 | — |
| 19 |
Advanex
Manufacturer and supplier of major auto components |
— | — | Unfunded | — | — | 1930 | — |
| 20 |
Akebono Brake Industry
Manufactures of automotive brakes |
— | — | Public | — | 7,071 | 1929 | — |
| 21 |
alpine japan
ALPINE Japan is a car audio, car navigation systems, and other mobility-related services seller company. |
— | — | Acquired | — | 40,000 | — | — |
| 22 |
altia
ALTIA is a manufacturing, sales, and after-service company that specializes in the maintenance of automotive tools and equipment. |
— | — | Acquired | — | 300 | 1936 | — |
| 23 |
Amarida
Providr of one-stop service from car selection, purchase, import/export, and delivery |
— | — | Unfunded | — | 1 | 2024 | — |
| 24 |
Arkcore
Retailer of bikes |
— | — | Public | — | 109 | 2002 | — |
| 25 |
autobacs seven
Autobacs Seven is a seller of automotive goods that provides installation, replacement, inspections, and maintenance services for vehicles. |
— | — | Public | — | 5,299 | 1947 | — |
| 26 |
AUTOBACS SEVEN
Automotive parts & accessories retailer |
— | — | Public | — | — | 1947 | — |
| 27 |
Autoc One
Online listing platform for cars |
— | — | Unfunded | — | — | 1999 | — |
| 28 |
Autocraft Japan
Auto Craft Japan is a Japan-based company that exports Japanese used cars for sale and is the largest used car marketplace in Japan. |
— | — | Unfunded | — | — | 1990 | — |
| 29 |
Autoserver
Provider of an online used car trading platform |
— | — | Public | — | — | 1997 | — |
| 30 |
AXIA
Online auction-based platform for used cars |
— | — | Deadpooled | — | — | 2014 | — |
| 31 |
BIKE O & COMPANY
Motorcycle trading company |
— | — | Public | — | 949 | 1994 | — |
| 32 |
Car From Japan
Online marketplace of used Japanese cars |
— | — | Unfunded | — | 1 | 2014 | — |
| 33 |
CAR MATE
Manufacturer of car accessories & sporting goods |
— | — | Public | — | — | 1966 | — |
| 34 |
car mate manufacturing
Car Mate Manufacturing is a vehicle equipment manufacturing firm that sells car products, restraint seats, and related items. |
— | — | Public | — | 427 | 1966 | — |
| 35 |
carchs holdings
Carchs Holdings engages in automobile related businesses. |
— | — | Public | — | 241 | 1987 | — |
| 36 |
Carpaydiem
Owns & operates an e-commerce portals for Japanese products |
— | — | Unfunded | — | 38 | 2009 | — |
| 37 |
Central Glass
Manufacturer and supplier of glasses |
— | — | Acquired | — | — | 1936 | — |
| 38 |
datatec
Datatec is an electronic company specialized in commercial drive recorders. |
— | — | Acquired | — | 70 | 1983 | — |
| 39 |
Dinnovo
Provider of remanufactured automotive and construction machinery parts and related services |
— | — | Funding Raised | — | — | 2021 | — |
| 40 |
eagle industry
Eagle Industry is an industrial valve manufacturing company. |
— | — | Public | — | 6,300 | 1964 | — |
| 41 |
EST
Manufacturer and supplier of cutting edge components |
— | — | Unfunded | — | — | 2012 | — |
| 42 |
Harada Industry
Manufacturer and supplier of automotive antennas |
— | — | Public | — | — | 1947 | — |
| 43 |
hi-lex corporation
HI-LEX Corporation is a Japanese corporation specializing in the manufacture and sale of remote-controlling electrical cables . |
— | — | Public | — | 12,446 | 1946 | — |
| 44 |
Hino Motors
Manufacture of trucks |
— | — | Public | — | 43,255 | 1910 | — |
| 45 |
Hitachi Automotive Systems
Manufacturer and supplier of major auto components to aftermarket |
— | — | Deadpooled | — | 10,000 | 2009 | — |
| 46 |
Hitachi Construction Machinery
Manufacturer of construction equipment |
— | — | Public | — | 27,697 | 1910 | — |
| 47 |
Hitachi Metals
Manufacturer and supplier of major auto components |
— | — | Acquired | — | — | 1910 | — |
| 48 |
Isuzu Motors
Brand of commercial vehicles |
— | — | Public | — | 29,430 | 1937 | — |
| 49 |
Kawasaki
Brand of motorcycles |
— | — | Public | — | 10 | 1966 | — |
| 50 |
Keihin corporation
Manufacturer and supplier of electrical and electronic components to OEMs and tier 1 |
— | — | Unfunded | — | — | 1956 | — |
EV charging and infrastructure solutions. It provides services for installing electric vehicle charging stations, including selecting suitable chargers, installation, and maintenance. It streamlines the process of establishing and managing charging stations. It enables users to search for EV charging stations, recharge batteries, and monitor usage status in real-time.
Online marketplace for car buying and selling
Provider of the commercial vehicle auction platform. It operates an online marketplace 'Trucker's Auction' for buying & selling used commercial vehicles. The platform enables the trading of vehicles across categories including trucks, tractors, forklifts, trailers, heavy machinery, buses, cranes, etc. The company provides a set of services including logistics, paperwork, and concierge, among others.
On-site car maintenance services provider. The company provides car repair and maintenance services. The mechanic arrives at home and office location to service the car. It offer services such as oil changes, tire replacements, and brake inspections.
Provider of car maintenance services intended to ensure the safety of cars. The company's services include offering a variety of car repair options and sending a mechanic when required, enabling customers to maintain their cars in a cost-effective and hassle-free manner.
Global Mobility Service (GMS) provides OBD device based system to track & monitor driving behavior and accumulate vehicle data for finance companies. It integrates mobility, IoT, and FinTech into its cloud-based mobility service platform (MSPF). The company has won several awards and recognitions including Good Design Award 2016, Morning Pitchi Special Edition 2016 Best Award, and more. GMS has partnered with Saikyo
ATG is a manufacturer and supplier of tires to OEMs and aftermarket. The manufactured components include radial tires, bias tires, solid tires & alliance for trucks, turfs & more. Also caters to industries such as agriculture, construction, mining & forestry.
Provider of automobile services intended to offer commercialization alternatives to automobile entertainment. The company's online platform provides features like the purchase of used cars, purchase of car parts and information on car goods, tuning parts, custom cars, and racing cars along with a dedicated platform for sports car information, enabling car lovers to explore and share all vehicle-related information wi
Ancar is an online platform for used car buying and selling for individuals. Users can upload their vehicles and can look for buyers. Platform evaluates the quality for carrying out the valuation of used cars. After confirming the assessment, sellers need to send a request to Ancar and they will do the inspection. It then provides a recommended price.
It is a Japanese company that operates an online platform for buying and selling used cars. The company provides a hassle-free and secure experience for individuals and businesses looking to purchase or sell vehicles. With its user-friendly interface and extensive network of certified dealers, UcarPAC has established itself as a leading player in the Japanese used car market.
Link T&B株式会社 is a Japanese startup that specializes in power electronics equipment research, technology consulting, and contract development of DCDC converters and inverters. They have worked with several automobile manufacturers to improve efficiency and heat dissipation in their products.
Tirad is a manufacturer and supplier of heat exchangers. Manufactures radiator, oil cooler, EGR cooler, intercooler, recuperator, fin coil, and various heat exchangers for automotives. Also serve industries such as agricultural machinery, home, and construction.
Europa
Coral Capital
Globis Capital Partners
JFC
SBI Investment
Toyota
Ant Capital Partners
Aozora Bank
Asahi Media Lab Ventures
B Dash Ventures
CARTA VENTURES
CVC
Rankings are computed by Radar (Fliar BI) from the Radar company master and are updated periodically. Funding and momentum scores use disclosed equity-funding data only. Figures may lag private rounds. Last updated 2026-06-22.
