KANAMEL

Acquired

KANAMEL株式会社

Tokyo, Japan · Founded 2017 · $161.0M raised

Headquarters
Tokyo
Employees
1001–5000
Founded
2017
Business Model
B2B
Total Funding
$161.0M
Last Round
$161.0M Private EquitySep 2021
Rounds
1
Acquisition Date
Apr 2026

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About

KANAMEL Inc. is a Tokyo-based holding company established in January 2017 through the integration of AOI Pro. and TYO. It manages subsidiaries that provide communication planning, consulting, and other services with a focus on creativity. The group has expanded through creative planning and advertising production services that range beyond video production, and in 2024 changed its name from AOI TYO Holdings to KANAMEL. Its purpose is making the world a brighter place through the power of creation.

Summary

KANAMEL is a Marketing Tech company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2017. It has raised $161.0M in total across 1 round, most recently a $161.0M Private Equity round in Sep 2021. Investors include The Carlyle Group.

Tech & App Stack

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Funding & Exit History

AcquisitionApr 2026

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