Sakana AI Becomes Japan's Most Valuable Unicorn at $2.6 Billion Valuation

Nov 17, 2025
Nikkei Asia
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Summary

Sakana AI shatters Japanese startup records by achieving a massive $2.6 billion valuation, officially becoming Japan's most valuable unicorn company and cementing its position as the nation's largest unlisted technology startup following its latest funding round worth approximately 400 billion yen.

Key Points

  • Sakana AI completes funding round valuing the company at approximately 400 billion yen ($2.635 billion), setting a new record for unlisted Japanese startups
  • The AI developer now holds the title as Japan's most valuable unicorn company following this latest investment round
  • This valuation milestone establishes Sakana AI as the biggest unlisted startup in Japan's technology sector

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