AsianNet

What AsianNet does

AsianNet Co., Ltd. (株式会社アジアンネット) is a privately held Japanese telecommunications and technology services company headquartered in Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, founded in February 1997 (originally as Business Net Co., Ltd.). The company operates a diversified portfolio of interconnected services built on top of its original international telecommunications infrastructure: enterprise bulk SMS (OKsms) using direct-carrier connections to docomo, au, and SoftBank; the なりすましバスター (Narisumashi Buster) AI-powered eKYC identity verification platform claiming 99.9% spoofing prevention; IoT/OT security solutions (PKI management, PUF IP, post-quantum cryptography, MATTER protocol security, SBOM) with a stated 70% market share among Taiwanese financial institutions; OKRemit international money transfer services under a Kanto Finance Bureau license; pocket WiFi and data/voice SIM services targeting foreign visitors to Japan; and multilingual call center BPO supporting 18 languages.

The underlying technology stack combines AI/computer vision (IC chip authentication, face photo liveness detection, fake video detection, face-to-document matching) with OCR for the eKYC product, and ISMS/ISO 27001-certified Azure-based infrastructure for the SMS platform. Core customers span financial services (banks, web financial services, securities), real estate, secondhand goods dealers, telecom carriers (KDDI, NTT Communications, Chunghwa Telecom), and foreign visitors/travel agencies seeking Japan connectivity. The company employs 18 people, holds ¥30 million in registered capital, and maintains a regional office in Taiwan established in 2000.

The business model combines usage-based pricing (SMS at ¥8-¥12/message by tier, eKYC at ~¥140/verification), subscription revenue (eKYC ¥140,000/month for 1,000 verifications, IoT/OT security licensing, voice/data SIM plans), transactional fees (OKRemit), and BPO/consulting services. The go-to-market is dual-track: product-led growth with self-serve website forms and free trials for SMS, eKYC, and consumer SIM/WiFi services targeting SMBs and consumers, alongside enterprise field sales for eKYC, VPN, call center BPO, and IoT/OT security targeting larger regulated customers. Distribution leverages direct digital channels (subdomain sites like oksms.asiannet.co.jp, ekyc.asiannet.co.jp, okremit.asiannet.co.jp) plus established carrier relationships across Japan, Taiwan, India, and Sri Lanka.

Name

AsianNet

Legal name

株式会社アジアンネット

Website

https://asiannet.co.jp

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

AsianNet is a privately held Tokyo-based Japanese telecom and technology services firm operating a diversified portfolio including AI-powered eKYC (Narisumashi Buster), enterprise SMS (OKsms), international remittance (OKRemit), pocket WiFi/data SIMs for foreign visitors, IoT/OT security, and 18-language call center BPO, serving financial services, real estate, telecom carriers, and travel industry clients across Japan, Taiwan, India, and Sri Lanka.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Identity Verification Software

NAICS

Telecommunications (517), All Other Telecommunications (517810)

SIC

Communications Services, Nec (4899), Finance Services (6199)

akta.pro primary industry

AML/KYC, KYB & Identity Verification (VASP/Travel Rule) (FSAPAJAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Secure ICs, Smart Cards & Trusted Hardware (HDAHAAAJ)

Keywords

• Identity verification services
• Enterprise SMS messaging
• International remittance
• Mobile data connectivity
• IoT security solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Tokyo

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. SMS Services (OKsms): Bulk SMS transmission services for enterprises using direct-carrier SMS delivery. Revenue is usage-based per message sent, with tiered pricing based on volume (Light: under 10,000 messages; Standard: 10,000+; Premium: 1,000,000+). Additional revenue from API integration, All-Bank system integration, SMS-linked AI phone service, and professional services for system design, development, and operation.
2. International Remittance (OKRemit): Cross-border money transfer services to Asian countries with low fees. Registered as a money transfer operator (関東財務局長 第00052号). Revenue generated from transaction fees on remittance transfers.
3. Communication Services: Data communication services for foreign visitors to Japan, including Pocket WiFi rentals, data SIMs (postpaid and prepaid), and voice SIMs. Also includes inbound/outbound voice lines for call centers at under ¥10/min. Revenue from rental fees, plan subscriptions, and per-use charges.
4. eKYC Platform (なりすましバスター): AI and OCR-based online identity verification service. Revenue from per-verification fees (approximately ¥140 per verification at 1,000/month volume), monthly subscription at ¥140,000 for 1,000 verifications, with free initial setup. BPO services for identity verification operations also offered.
5. IoT/OT Security: IC chip security solutions including PKI management, PUF IP, quantum-resistant cryptography, and MATTER protocol security. Revenue from security software/services, potentially as enterprise licensing.
6. VPN and International Voice Wholesale: VPN services and international voice wholesale business, providing dedicated international lines and IP network services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

AsianNet is a Japanese telecommunications and technology company that sells enterprise eKYC identity verification software (Narisumashi Buster), bulk SMS messaging (OKsms), IoT/OT hardware security solutions, international remittance services (OKRemit), and mobile data/WiFi connectivity for foreign visitors to Japan. The company also operates an international voice wholesale and VPN business built on dedicated telecom lines with Asian carrier partners.

Product overview

AsianNet operates as a diversified telecommunications and technology services company offering a portfolio of interconnected products. The main offerings include: (1) なりすましバスター (eKYC) - an AI-powered identity verification platform; (2) OKsms - enterprise SMS services using direct carrier connections; (3) IoT/OT Security solutions for hardware and supply chain security; (4) 海外送金サービス (OKRemit) - international money transfer services; (5) 通信サービス - mobile data and WiFi services for international travelers; and (6) コールセンターシステム - call center systems and BPO. The eKYC product leverages AI/OCR technology while the communication services (SMS, mobile data, call center) share infrastructure and distribution channels. The company serves both B2B enterprise clients and B2C markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• なりすましバスター (Narisumashi Buster): AI and OCR-powered eKYC (electronic Know Your Customer) identity verification service featuring forgery detection, biometric verification, and fake video detection for secure identity verification.
• OKRemit
• OKSMS

Products and services

• Narisumashi Buster (eKYC Platform)

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.9% spoofing prevention rate for eKYC platform
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability6 records

Feature13 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and supporting.

• 台湾-韓国-日本三省間国際電話専用IP回線パートナーcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 October 2002Partnership to operate flat-rate international telephone services using dedicated IP circuits connecting Taiwan, Korea, and Japan since October 2002, forming the backbone of AsianNet's regional flat-rate VoIP offering.
• KDDI株式会社coreTechnology or Integration · 1 May 1998Major Japanese telecommunications carrier listed as a primary business partner. KDDI provides backbone infrastructure and interconnection for AsianNet's domestic and international voice and data services.
• 台湾中華電信 (Chunghwa Telecom)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 April 1998Key international telecommunications partner enabling Japan-Taiwan dedicated line services since 1998. Chunghwa Telecom is Taiwan's largest telecommunications operator and a critical node in AsianNet's international network infrastructure connecting Japan, Taiwan, Korea, and other Asian markets.
• NTTコミュニケーションズ株式会社coreTechnology or Integration · 1 April 1998Major Japanese telecom carrier listed as a primary business partner, providing international communication infrastructure support for AsianNet's global voice and VPN services.
• スリランカ・テレ콤 (Sri Lanka Telecom)secondaryTechnology or Integration · 1 April 1998Sri Lankan state-owned telecommunications operator providing international network connectivity between Sri Lanka and Japan as part of AsianNet's Asian telecommunications network.
• インディア・タタ・テレكوم (Tata Communications India)secondaryTechnology or Integration · 1 April 1998Indian telecommunications provider (part of the Tata Group) providing international connectivity between India and Japan as part of AsianNet's multi-country telecommunications network.
• みずほ銀行supportingOthersPrimary banking partner providing financial transaction infrastructure and services.
• 三井住友銀行supportingOthersBanking partner supporting AsianNet's financial operations.
• 三菱UFJ銀行supportingOthersBanking partner supporting AsianNet's financial operations.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Liquid (Hitachi): Japanese eKYC pioneer acquired by Hitachi, offering identity verification for financial services, crypto exchanges, and sharing-economy platforms. Direct competitor to AsianNet's Narisumashi Buster in the same Japanese verticals (finance, real estate, used goods).
• Digital Identity Solutions (formerly TrustDive): Tokyo-based eKYC provider serving Japanese banks, securities, crypto, and consumer-finance clients. Directly comparable to AsianNet's Narisumashi Buster in product scope and target customer base.
• MessageBird: Omnichannel communications platform providing SMS, WhatsApp, and voice APIs to enterprises globally. Direct competitor to AsianNet's OKsms in the CPaaS/SMS aggregation category.

Broad incumbents

• Jumio: Global eKYC/identity-verification platform serving financial services and crypto exchanges with AI-powered document and biometric verification. Operates as a broad incumbent in the same identity-verification category as Narisumashi Buster.
• Onfido: Global identity-verification platform owned by Entrust, offering AI-driven document and biometric checks for financial services and digital businesses. Comparable eKYC functionality to AsianNet's Narisumashi Buster.
• NEC (BIO-IDiom): Japanese technology conglomerate offering face-recognition and identity-verification solutions including eKYC under its BIO-IDiom brand. Competes with AsianNet in Japanese eKYC while also being a much broader IT services and biometrics incumbent.
• Twilio: Global cloud communications platform offering Programmable SMS, voice, and verification APIs. Comparable to AsianNet's OKsms line and adjacent to its international voice wholesale business.
• Thales (Digital Identity & Security): Global provider of secure ICs, PKI, and post-quantum-ready hardware security solutions for financial institutions and IoT manufacturers. Directly comparable to AsianNet's IoT/OT Security line (PUF IP, PKI, PQC, MATTER).
• KDDI: Japanese tier-1 telecom carrier that is both a business partner and adjacent competitor to AsianNet. KDDI provides backbone connectivity for AsianNet's voice/SMS business while also offering enterprise communications and IoT connectivity services.

Emerging players

• Persona: Identity-verification platform serving fintech, crypto, and online businesses with configurable KYC/AML workflows. Emerging player in the same eKYC space as AsianNet, typically for growth-stage customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/asiannet

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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