Pictoria
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Tokyo, Japan · Founded 2017 · $3.0M raised
- Headquarters
- Tokyo
- Employees
- 11–50
- Founded
- 2017
- Business Model
- B2B2C
- Website
- pictoria.co.jp
- Total Funding
- $3.0M
- Last Round
- $3.0M SeedMay 2026
- Rounds
- 1
About
Pictoria is a Tokyo-based entertainment and technology company that creates AI-powered virtual entertainers and characters. Founded in December 2017 by CEO Hayato Aketo, the company pioneered the AITuber (AI-driven Virtual YouTuber) space in Japan, launching its first AITuber 'Nen Tsumugi' in October 2020 and establishing the first-ever AITuber agency 'AI CAST' in March 2023. Pictoria develops naturally lovable AI characters using cutting-edge generative AI technologies including large language models, text-to-speech, and natural dialogue systems, and also provides B2B solutions such as branded AI character deployments (e.g., airport guidance services, branded VTubers for consumer brands like Suntory).
Summary
Pictoria is an Artificial Intelligence company based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2017. It has raised $3.0M in total across 1 round, most recently a $3.0M Seed round in May 2026.
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Funding History
May 2026
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