Asterminds Co., Ltd.

Asterminds Co. , Ltd. , based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in AI technology, specifically through its innovative InTake platform, which automates interview processes and enhances data collection for informed decision-making. Asterminds, founded in 2025 in Tokyo, Japan, operates as a pioneering entity in AI-driven data collection solutions.

It raised JPY 110 million in SEED funding on March 10, 2026, from investors Delight Ventures and DNX Ventures, marking its only deal to date. The company aims to enhance its AI product offerings to enterprises, focusing on operational efficiency through its unique platform. The founder's previous ventures are not documented publicly. Asterminds primarily offers an AI-driven product called InTake, an AI hearing agent designed to automate the processes of designing, conducting, and analyzing interviews for the collection of primary data.

This product aims to convert critical, firsthand information—such as insights from frontline conversations, customer feedback, and expert knowledge—into actionable decision-making data. InTake enables organizations to visualize operational realities, identify bottlenecks in workflows, and enhance employee engagement by collecting data on career aspirations and job satisfaction, thereby aiding in personnel management and retention strategies. The service is available in multiple languages and is targeted predominantly at businesses across diverse sectors, particularly in Japan and other international markets where the demand for AI-driven solutions is growing. Asterminds generates revenue through subscription-based models for its AI services, particularly the InTake platform.

Clients engage with the company through annual or multi-year contracts that grant them access to the InTake tool, facilitating large-scale data collection initiatives. Pricing plans may vary, reflecting the scale of deployment and additional services such as consulting for AI strategy development or business process reform, all aimed at maximizing the utility of the AI tools provided. In March 2026, Asterminds raised JPY 110 million in SEED funding, which will be allocated towards strengthening the product development of its InTake AI hearing agent, recruiting engineering and business development personnel, and expanding its enterprise customer base. The company's strategy includes designing new products for upcoming launches while actively seeking to penetrate new markets, specifically targeting expansion in Asia-Pacific regions by the end of 2027.