How much funding has LEP raised?

LEP has raised $1.1M in total funding, most recently a Seed round.

Who are LEP's investors?

LEP's investors include Plug and Play Japan.

Where is LEP headquartered?

LEP is headquartered in Los Angeles, Japan.

What industry is LEP in?

LEP operates in Adtech, Biotech, Climate Tech.

LEP

The world is starting to shine even without electricity

Los Angeles, Japan · Founded 2023 · $1.1M raised

Adtech

Biotech

Climate Tech

Headquarters: Los Angeles
Employees: 1–10
Founded: 2023
Business Model: B2B

Website: start-lep.jp
Total Funding: $1.1M
Last Round: $1.1M SeedDec 2025
Rounds: 1

About

LEP Inc. is an Osaka-based Japanese biotech startup developing genetically engineered bioluminescent plants that emit soft light without electricity. Using Nobel Prize-winning bioluminescent protein technology, LEP's self-glowing plants can produce light in up to 20 colors and are designed for applications in urban design, theme parks, agriculture, and sustainable energy measures. Founded in 2023, LEP raised a seed round of JPY 160 million (approximately $1.1M USD) including an JPY 80M investment from Kyoto University Innovation Capital (Kyoto iCAP) announced in December 2025.

Summary

LEP is an Adtech company based in Los Angeles, Japan, founded in 2023. It has raised $1.1M in total across 1 round, most recently a $1.1M Seed round in Dec 2025. Investors include Plug and Play Japan.