Mofiria

What Mofiria does

Mofiria Corporation is a privately-held Japanese technology company that develops and sells finger vein biometric authentication hardware and software, spun out of Sony Corporation in December 2010. Its core technology uses near-infrared light to capture internal blood vessel patterns inside the finger via a proprietary reflective dispersion method with CMOS sensors, then converts those patterns into compressed templates for matching. Mofiria offers a product portfolio spanning USB authentication units (FVA-U4ST, FVA-U3SX), embedded OEM modules (FVA-M2ST with USB/RS-232C), discontinued Bluetooth units (FVA-U4BT), and a suite of client/server SDKs (MSDK-DCL-02, MSDK-SAS-02, MSDK-SAS-10N, MSDK-R1NW), plus customization and accessory options. All products are manufactured in Japan, with reported false acceptance rate below 0.0001% and false rejection rate under 0.1%.

Mofiria serves enterprise customers across financial services, healthcare, government, manufacturing, research, and education verticals, primarily through an indirect channel model of authorized distributors (FUJIFILM, Daitron), solution partners (DDS, CEC, Laurel, Central Uni, Pers Japan), and OEM integrations (notably OKI Electric Industry, whose USCOS III cash handling machine adopted Mofiria's module as standard in March 2025). Notable end-user deployments include University of Tokyo Hospital (bedside cabinets across all hospital beds), Aeon Bank (hybrid finger vein/fingerprint authentication), HealthMax's Cady healthcare kiosks across four countries, and P5 Corporation's genomic research facility access control. The company operates from a Tokyo headquarters and reports active channel presence across Japan, the Middle East (Bahrain), South Korea, Turkey, the USA, France, Sweden, Kenya, Nigeria, and Brazil.

Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales, SDK licensing, and customization services; pricing is not publicly disclosed and quotes are handled on a per-inquiry basis. The company is founder-owned with no disclosed institutional investment, employs 11-50 people, and is currently led by Representative Director/President Akira Shibata following a January 2021 succession from founder Satoshi Amagai (now Chairman). Mofiria is actively co-developing next-generation sensor form factors with French partner VSTech Sensors, including ultra-thin film-type sensors and smart ring applications, targeting expansion into wearables and defense/security markets.

Name

Mofiria

Legal name

株式会社モフィリア

Website

https://mofiria.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mofiria is a Japanese finger vein biometric authentication technology company, spun out from Sony in 2010, that sells hardware devices and SDKs to enterprise customers in financial services, healthcare, government, and manufacturing via a global channel partner and OEM network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Biometric Authentication Hardware

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

SIC

Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845)

akta.pro primary industry

Medical Device & IoT Security (Connected Devices/RPM/OT) (HLACAJAI)

Keywords

• Finger vein authentication
• Biometric security devices
• Vein pattern recognition
• Embedded authentication modules
• Biometric SDK software

Headquarters

HQ city

Higashi-shinagawa

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Finger Vein Authentication Devices: Sale of finger vein authentication hardware devices including FVA-U4ST (USB, flat placement), FVA-U3SX (USB, side placement), FVA-M2ST (embedded module with USB/RS-232C), and FVA-U4BT (Bluetooth wireless, end-of-life). All devices manufactured in Japan.
2. Software Development Kits (SDK): MSDK-DCL-02 (client SDK for device and server authentication), MSDK-SAS-02 (server SDK for 1:1 server authentication), MSDK-SAS-10N (server SDK for 1:N server authentication up to 1000 templates), MSDK-R1NW (C source codes for RS-232C connected devices).
3. Device Customization Services: Customization services including waterproof/dust-resistant coating, antibacterial coating, custom colors and logos for enterprise deployments.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Mofiria develops and manufactures finger vein biometric authentication hardware (USB units, embedded modules, Bluetooth devices) and provides software development kits (SDKs) that allow system integrators and enterprise developers to embed vein-pattern authentication into ATMs, access control systems, medical devices, and IT security platforms. The proprietary reflective dispersion technology uses near-infrared imaging to capture internal vein patterns, which are converted into compressed templates for high-speed matching.

Product overview

Mofiria provides finger vein biometric authentication technology encompassing hardware devices and software development tools. The core product line includes USB-connected authentication units (FVA-U4ST flat placement, FVA-U3SX side placement), embedded modules (FVA-M2ST with USB/RS-232C), and wireless units (FVA-U4BT Bluetooth). The SDK portfolio supports client-side (MSDK-DCL-02), server-side 1:1 authentication (MSDK-SAS-02), and server-side 1:N identification up to 1:1000 (MSDK-SAS-10N), plus RS-232C source code SDK (MSDK-R1NW) for embedded applications. Device accessories include unit customization (FVA-M2ST-CS1), acrylic development kits, and optional stands. All products are manufactured in Japan with CE and FCC certification.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• FVA-U4ST USB-connected flat-finger placement finger vein authentication unit with electrostatic finger detection sensor for enterprise and developer use. Compact design measuring 49 x 63 x 92mm and approximately 105g.
• FVA-U3SX Compact side-finger placement USB-connected finger vein authentication unit with ultra-thin design measuring 70 x 22.5 x 58mm and approximately 36g weight.
• FVA-M2ST Embedded finger vein authentication module with dual interface (USB and RS-232C) for integration into ATMs, doors, cabinets, lockers, and safes. Measures approximately 76 x 45.3 x 63mm and approximately 32g, with CE and FCC certification.
• FVA-U4BT World's first wireless finger vein authentication unit with Bluetooth 3.0 and lithium-ion battery, supporting multi-pairing with up to 8 devices. Discontinued/end-of-life product.
• MSDK-DCL-02 Client-side SDK for controlling USB and Bluetooth-connected finger vein authentication devices, supporting both in-device and on-server authentication. Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux (Ubuntu) and includes libraries, drivers, sample programs, .Net Framework wrapper, tutorials, and GUI materials.
• MSDK-SAS-02 Server-side SDK for 1:1 authentication on server. Requires MSDK-DCL-02 for device control. Includes USB dongle or software key for server activation and supports Windows and Linux (CentOS).
• MSDK-SAS-10N Server-side SDK for 1:N authentication supporting up to 1:1000 users. Requires MSDK-DCL-02 for device control; authentication performed on the server only.
• MSDK-R1NW C source code SDK for controlling RS-232C connected finger vein authentication devices, platform-independent for custom embedded implementations, supporting both in-device and on-server authentication.
• FVA-M2ST-CS1 Unit customization of FVA-M2ST with ergonomic case design for reception counters and teller windows, including integrated 1.8m USB cable and approximately 370g weight.
• OPT-ACKT Acrylic Kit Acrylic holder kit for FVA-M2ST and FVA-M1ST development. Includes USB cable (1.0m), dimensions 110 x 70 x 110mm and approximately 144g.
• OPT-ODZ02-R Stand Optional magnetic stand for FVA-U3SX, FVA-U2SXA, and FVA-U2SX that fixes device position for stable finger placement. Dimensions 75.11 x 49.13 x 85.45mm and approximately 147g.
• OPT-mDTA Demo Software Windows demo application for evaluating finger vein enrollment and authentication, demonstrating processing speed and finger placement. Supports all mofiria authentication devices.
• Device Customization Services Customization services for Mofiria authentication devices including waterproof/dust-resistant coating, antibacterial coating, custom colors, and custom logos for enterprise deployments.

Quantifiable outcome

• False acceptance rate below 0.0001%
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• VSTech SensorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench company co-developing next-generation vein authentication sensors with Mofiria. Partnership focuses on sensor miniaturization including smart ring applications and ultra-thin film-type vein sensors. VSTech Sensors exhibits at CES 2026 showcasing joint development成果, and Mofiria participates in Milipol Paris 2025 through this partnership.
• Laurel Intelligent Systems Co., Ltd. (株式会社ローレルインテリジェントシステムズ)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelops FSS SmartLogon security authentication solution using Mofiria's finger vein devices for Windows PC logon with IC card + biometric two-factor authentication.
• DDS, Inc. (株式会社ディー・ディー・エス)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelops EVE MA multi-factor authentication platform supporting various authentication methods including Mofiria's finger vein technology for enterprise customers.
• CEC, Ltd. (株式会社シーイーシー)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelops SmartSESAME PC security solution with single sign-on capability using Mofiria's finger vein authentication as an option for government customers.
• Pers Japan Co., Ltd. (株式会社パースジャパン)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint development of bedside cabinets with integrated finger vein authentication for Tokyo University Hospital deployment. Pers Japan is a hospital service company specializing in patient TV rentals and bedside amenities since 1984.
• Central Uni Co., Ltd. (株式会社セントラルユニ)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDevelops Intelligent Cabinet for pharmaceutical management with Mofiria's FVA-M1ST/FVA-M2ST modules, deployed in medical institutions for controlled substance access control.
• FUJIFILM Imaging Systems Co., Ltd.majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJapanese authorized distributor and reseller of mofiria's finger vein authentication devices with inventory stock for immediate delivery.
• Daitron Co., Ltd.majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJapanese authorized distributor with booth presence at Medtec Japan 2026 and Pharma DX EXPO Tokyo exhibitions.
• 01 Systems W.L.L.majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMiddle East and North Africa distributor based in Bahrain. Established ATM business partnership in August 2016 for financial institution deployments in the region.
• HealthMaxmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth Korean company operating Cady healthcare service kiosks in USA, Korea, Indonesia, and Chile using Mofiria's FVA-M2ST devices for accurate health data collection.
• OKI Electric Industry Co., Ltd. (沖電気工業)coreTechnology or IntegrationMofiria's finger vein module adopted as standard feature in OKI's USCOS III recycling-type cash handling machine (sales started March 2025). Previously adopted in OKI's China-market ATMs since February 2014.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Suprema: Suprema is a leading access-control biometric hardware vendor (face/fingerprint). It sells via channel partners to enterprises and competes for the same procurement budgets as Mofiria's vein readers.
• Fujitsu: Fujitsu's PalmSecure is the dominant and most-installed finger/palm-vein biometric technology globally, used in ATMs, hospitals, and government. It is the direct head-to-head competitor to Mofiria in vein-based personal authentication.
• Dermalog Identification Systems: Dermalog is a German biometric vendor (fingerprint, face, vein) supplying government and banking customers worldwide. It offers vein authentication modules and competes with Mofiria in financial-sector access deployments.
• ZKTeco: ZKTeco offers a broad range of biometric access-control devices (fingerprint, face, palm, vein) at competitive price points. It is a comparable biometric-hardware-competitor to Mofiria across global channel partners.
• Hitachi: Hitachi pioneered commercial finger vein authentication (VeinID / PIPE family) and remains a leader in the same biometric modality. It competes with Mofiria in banking (ATM) and enterprise access control use cases.

Broad incumbents

• Thales Group: Thales delivers digital identity and biometric authentication (especially in border control and government). It competes for the same high-security authentication RFPs as Mofiria, though at much larger scale.
• IDEMIA: IDEMIA is a global leader in biometric identity and authentication (Morpho) serving banking, government, and enterprise. Its broad biometric portfolio addresses the same RFPs as Mofiria.
• HID Global: HID Global provides biometric authentication devices and access-control readers (including fingerprint and multi-modal readers). It is a broader incumbent in physical and IT access control where Mofiria's vein readers also compete.
• NEC Corporation: NEC offers NeoFace and broader biometric identity solutions (face, iris, finger, palm) at scale to government and enterprise. Its palm-vein and multimodal identity stack overlaps directly with Mofiria's authentication offerings.

Emerging players

• Fingerprint Cards AB: Fingerprint Cards is a biometric sensor specialist focused on fingerprint silicon for PCs, payments, and access control. It is a modality peer (surface biometrics) often evaluated alongside vein authentication in multi-modal designs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/mofiriaCorp
• Facebookfacebook.com/mofiria
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/spline-network

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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