CyberAgent Capital has expanded its investment in Anaguma, the company behind the text call app 'Jiffcy', to support its growth and international expansion.

Target Information

株式会社穴熊 (Anaguma Co., Ltd.) operates the innovative text call application 'Jiffcy'. The company's mission is to 'unleash the possibilities of communication', and its primary offering, Jiffcy, allows users to engage in text-based communication that mimics the experience of voice calls. This unique application enables users to connect with friends, family, and partners as if they were making a phone call; once a connection is established, the inputted text appears in real time, character by character. Users do not need to press a send button, allowing for a seamless, silent conversation, which resonates strongly with Generation Z and Alpha generations, leading to an increase in user numbers expected from fall 2024.

Founded in January 2018 and based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Anaguma has gained significant attention in the media, having won the 'Startup Award 2024' from Nikkei Trendy and being ranked 10th in Nikkei Trendy's '2025 Hit Predictions Best 100'. Their recognition as one of '100 Companies Creating the Market of the Future' by Nikkei Cross Trend and frequent features in television programs further highlight its growing influence.

Industry Overview in Japan

The communication app industry in Japan has seen significant growth, driven by rapid technological advancements and shifting consumer preferences, particularly among younger demographics. With the increasing reliance on digital communication, there i