Ashira
Navigation you can feel through your feet
Tokyo, Japan · Founded 2021 · $2.1M raised
- Headquarters
- Tokyo
- Employees
- 1–10
- Founded
- 2021
- Business Model
- B2C
- Website
- ashirase.com
- Total Funding
- $2.1M
- Last Round
- $2.1M Extension RoundAug 2026
- Rounds
- 2
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About
Ashirase is a Japanese company that developed the world's first shoe-mounted haptic navigation system for people who are blind or visually impaired. The ASHIRASE device attaches to standard footwear and uses motion sensors to deliver intuitive directional guidance through gentle vibrations — for example, vibrations on the tops of both feet confirm the correct heading, while pulses on the right foot indicate a right turn. Unlike traditional voice navigation, ASHIRASE's haptic feedback frees the user's hearing for environmental awareness, significantly reducing cognitive load and stress while walking. The accompanying smartphone app offers route customization, AI-powered location suggestions, image recognition, and full screen-reader compatibility.
Summary
Ashira is a Healthcare company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2021. It has raised $2.1M in total across 2 rounds, most recently a $2.1M Extension Round in Aug 2026. Investors include SBI Investment, Wing Capital Group and SUMISEI INNOVATION FUND.
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Funding History
Aug 2026
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Funding: Series A through Extension Round. Amounts, valuations, and investors where available.
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