# SmartRyde: Leisure, Minato, Japan

> SmartRyde: SmartRyde, Inc. is a Tokyo-based travel technology startup that specializes in a global marketplace for pre-booked airport transfers.

Source: https://millionrounds.com/startup/smartryde (Millionrounds; every figure on the page links to its filing or article)

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# SmartRyde

SmartRyde, Inc. is a Tokyo-based travel technology startup that specializes in a global marketplace for pre-booked airport transfers.

Funding reported Last round: Series A

Leisure Minato, Japan

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2017 9 years old
- **Team:** 18 11 to 50 people
- **Funding reported:** 718.7M as listed, currency not stated
- **Last round:** Series A Apr 2023

How sure we are

- ✓ **Listed** We know it exists and what it does
- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

No round for SmartRyde has been confirmed by a filing or an announcement yet, so nothing here counts toward an investor's record. [How we decide](https://millionrounds.com/methodology)

## About SmartRyde

SmartRyde, Inc. is a Tokyo-based travel technology startup that specializes in a global marketplace for pre-booked airport transfers.

Founded in March 2017 by Sota Kimura, the company has grown to serve travelers in over 150 countries and more than 700 airports. SmartRyde aims to enhance mobility and accessibility in ground transportation, providing a reliable and transparent solution for airport transfers. The platform connects travelers with licensed and insured transportation providers, ensuring safety and convenience. Key features include pre-booking with price transparency, no on-site payments, and 24/7 emergency support. SmartRyde also offers a variety of vehicle options and additional services like charter and sightseeing taxis. The company collaborates with major online travel agencies, airlines, and hotel chains to integrate its services, making it easier for users to book transfers alongside their travel arrangements. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, SmartRyde is positioned as a leader in the travel tech industry.

## What company datasets say SmartRyde raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **718.7M** in the source's currency

Rounds **5**

Last round **Series A**

Last round size **3.4M**

Last round date **Apr 2023**

Investors listed **11**

## Founders and team

From SmartRyde's own website: 1 on the team.

- **Sota Kimura** Representative director

## On 3 portfolio pages

Investors who name them

- [Inventum Ventures](https://millionrounds.com/fund/inventum-ventures)
- [Angel Bridge](https://millionrounds.com/fund/angel-bridge)
- [Quantum Leaps Capi...](https://millionrounds.com/fund/quantum-leaps-capi)

Each firm lists SmartRyde on its own website. That is the firm's claim, a weaker thing than a round we watched, but a named source.

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

maas solutions b2b travel services consumers other transit and ground passenger transportation international airport transfer network ground transport api integration ground transportation platform trusted ground transport suppliers distribution ground transport network travel services seamless booking information technology & services trusted suppliers travel arrangements seamless air and land mobility

Built with from their website

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- **Sector:** Leisure
- **Industry code:** NAICS 48599, 561510, SIC 4731
- **Region:** Tokyo
- **Full record:** [Every detail in the company directory](https://millionrounds.com/directory/smartryde)

## Leisure in Japan

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