Gaia Vision

What Gaia Vision does

Gaia Vision Inc. (株式会社Gaia Vision) is a Tokyo-based University of Tokyo spin-off founded in September 2021 that provides climate physical risk analytics to Japanese enterprises, financial institutions, and local governments. The company operates two core products: Climate Vision, a SaaS platform that quantifies global flood risk at high resolution (30m in Japan, 90m overseas) with future climate scenario analysis (1.5°C, 2°C, 4°C) and building-level financial impact assessment for TCFD, CDP, and ISSB disclosures; and Water Vision, a real-time flood forecasting system predicting inundation extent and depth up to approximately 1.5 days (36 hours) ahead at ~90m resolution, built on the Tokyo University-developed CaMa-Flood global river inundation model integrated with JAXA's Today's Earth simulation.

Underlying both products is proprietary high-resolution global flood hazard data covering past to future climate scenarios, which is not available from public hazard maps. The technology stack combines physics-based hydrological simulation with satellite data processing and AI-augmented flood extent prediction (the FASPAI project). The company monetizes through tiered SaaS subscriptions priced by analysis point count, a freemium tier (Climate Vision Lite), a free beta (Water Vision), and accompanying professional services for sustainability disclosure and consulting. Go-to-market combines product-led evaluation via the web platform with direct enterprise field sales to banks, manufacturers, and government agencies; distribution is augmented through NTT Data (channel), NEC and Mitsubishi UFJ Bank (flagship co-development), METI/JICA international programs, and inclusion in multiple Japanese government catalogs.

Named enterprise customers include Mitsubishi UFJ Bank, NEC (first IT-sector TNFD report in Japan using Climate Vision), Sakata INX, Nippon Kayaku, Kyushu Electric Power, and Sekikawa Village in Niigata Prefecture. The company holds JAXA Partner Startup status and is listed in the UNEP FI Climate Risk Tool Dashboard alongside Jupiter Intelligence and Munich RE. With 1–10 employees and no disclosed equity funding round, Gaia Vision operates as an early-stage venture reliant on government grants, while its flagship enterprise relationships, government endorsements, and ongoing product expansion (storm surge and other risk types in Climate Vision Ver3.0) indicate accelerating commercial traction.

Name

Gaia Vision

Legal name

株式会社Gaia Vision

Website

https://gaia-vision.co.jp

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Gaia Vision is a Tokyo-based climate risk analytics startup offering Climate Vision (global flood risk analysis for TCFD/CDP/ISSB disclosure) and Water Vision (real-time flood forecasting) to Japanese enterprises, banks, manufacturers, and municipalities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Climate Risk Analytics Software

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (541620), Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services (541360)

SIC

Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Climate Hazard & Catastrophe Modeling (Flood, Wind, Wildfire, Heat, Sea-Level Rise) (EUABALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Flood Risk Modeling, Mapping & Forecasting (Hydrology/Hydraulics, Digital Twins) (EUANAEAH), Real-Time Monitoring & Smart Stormwater (Sensors, SCADA/IoT, RTC) (EUANAEAK), Climate Risk & Scenario Analysis (TCFD/IFRS S2) (EUAHAJAD), Real Estate ESG / Sustainability & Resilience Advisory (Decarbonization, Climate Risk) (BPAJANAI)

Keywords

• Flood risk analysis
• Climate risk platform
• Real-time flood forecasting
• Sustainability disclosure software
• Climate scenario modeling

Headquarters

HQ city

Tokyo

HQ country

Japan

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Climate Vision Subscription: SaaS platform subscription with pricing based on number of analysis points/locations. Tiered plans for different analysis capabilities including current climate risk, future scenario analysis, and financial impact assessment. Free tier (Climate Vision Lite) for initial evaluation.
2. Water Vision: Real-time flood forecasting solution with free beta trial and paid versions offering latest prediction data access and alert functionality.
3. Consulting Services: Professional services including TCFD support, scenario analysis consulting, CDP response support, and sustainability disclosure assistance accompanying platform usage.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Gaia Vision develops and operates two SaaS platforms: Climate Vision, a web application providing global high-resolution flood risk analysis with future climate scenario modeling and financial impact assessment for TCFD/CDP/ISSB sustainability disclosures; and Water Vision, a real-time flood forecasting system predicting inundation extent and depth up to 1.5 days ahead at high resolution. Both products are built on licensed Tokyo University CaMa-Flood inundation models integrated with JAXA's Today's Earth satellite simulation, supported by professional services for sustainability disclosure consulting.

Product overview

Gaia Vision offers a suite of climate risk management products centered on two core web applications: Climate Vision (climate risk analysis platform) and Water Vision (real-time flood forecasting system). Climate Vision provides flood risk analysis with global coverage, future climate scenario assessment, and financial impact evaluation for TCFD/CDP/ISSB disclosures. Water Vision delivers real-time flood predictions up to 1.5 days ahead using JAXA/University of Tokyo's Today's Earth simulation. Both products are built on proprietary high-resolution global flood hazard maps (30m domestic, 90m overseas) developed from Tokyo University research. A free version (Climate Vision Lite) enables preliminary evaluation of flood risk maps. The company also provides consulting services for sustainability disclosure support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Climate Vision: 気候変動リスク分析プラットフォーム。企業の保有拠点等に対して洪水リスクを簡単に評価でき，全球どこでも分析可能，将来気候変動影響を評価可能，財務影響を評価可能といった特徴を持つ。
• Water Vision
• Climate Vision Lite

Products and services

• Climate Vision Climate risk analysis platform (SaaS web application) enabling global flood risk analysis with high resolution (30m Japan, 90m overseas), future climate scenario assessment (1.5°C, 2°C, 4°C), and financial impact evaluation. Used by enterprises, financial institutions, and government agencies for TCFD, CDP, ISSB, and TNFD sustainability disclosures.
• Water Vision Real-time flood forecasting system (SaaS web application) that predicts and visualizes inundation extent and depth up to approximately 1.5 days (36 hours) ahead at high resolution (~90m nationwide Japan coverage). Includes alert notification functionality for registered base locations. Used by local governments, municipalities, and enterprises for disaster prevention, evacuation guidance, infrastructure management, and BCP planning.
• Climate Risk Consulting and Sustainability Disclosure Support

Quantifiable outcome

• NEC published first IT industry TNFD report in Japan using Climate Vision analysis
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• JAXA (宇宙航空研究開発機構)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 June 2026Gaia Vision designated as JAXA Partner Startup, utilizing JAXA's Today's Earth Japan simulation and satellite data for flood prediction. Co-development of Water Vision real-time flood forecasting system integrated with JAXA satellite observations.
• Tokyo University (東京大学生産技術研究所)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLicensed global river inundation model (CaMa-Flood) developed at University of Tokyo. Core simulation technology underpinning Climate Vision and Water Vision products originates from Tokyo University research.
• NEC CorporationflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint TNFD reporting collaboration using Climate Vision. NEC used Gaia Vision analysis for first IT industry TNFD report in Japan. Copresented at COP28 Japan Pavilion under Adaptation Consortium.
• NTT Data (NTTデータ)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJoint exhibition at ICFM9 (International Conference on Flood Management). NTT Data provides distribution channel for climate risk solutions to enterprise customers.
• Mitsubishi UFJ Bank (三菱UFJ銀行)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerClimate Vision platform deployment and collaborative research on flood risk measurement methodology for banking sector climate risk management.
• Google for Startups / CrewwcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSelected for Global Sustainability Accelerator program supporting international expansion. Provides mentorship, resources, and partnership opportunities for global market entry.
• LTS (株式会社エル・ティー・エス)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsortium partner for NEDO Supply Chain Data Challenge. Contributed satellite data processing technology to joint FASPAI flood prediction solution.
• Resilire (株式会社Resilire)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsortium partner for NEDO Supply Chain Data Challenge. Integrated supply chain visualization technology with Gaia Vision flood prediction for enterprise resilience solutions.
• Sekikawa Village, Niigata Prefecture (新潟県岩船郡関川村)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPilot validation experiment for Water Vision flood forecasting. Conducted workshops using past 2022 flood event data to validate prediction accuracy and user workflow.
• Japanese Embassy in SingaporeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHosted partner event at Singapore International Water Week where CEO Kita presented on AI applications for flood and water scarcity challenges.
• METI (経済産業省)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerSelected for Global South business program investigating Central Asia water resources management. Government endorsement in ministry catalogs and initiatives provides market credibility.
• CSV Development Organization (CSV開発機構)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-founder Suto presented at sustainability symposium on startup-corporate collaboration for climate adaptation. Panel discussion on creating shared value through climate solutions.
• Asia Disaster Prevention Center (アジア防災センター)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresented technologies to government disaster prevention officials from 6 Asian countries. Introduced Climate Vision and Water Vision capabilities for international market awareness.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Risilience: Risilience provides a climate risk analytics platform combining physical and transition risk modeling with financial impact assessment for enterprises and financial institutions. Its TCFD/Scenario analysis focus directly parallels Gaia Vision's Climate Vision.
• ClimateAI: ClimateAI provides AI-driven climate risk analytics and supply chain resilience for enterprises, covering physical climate hazards and future scenario analysis. It targets similar corporate sustainability and risk management buyers as Gaia Vision.
• Jupiter Intelligence: Jupiter Intelligence provides climate risk analytics with global high-resolution hazard data for physical and transition risk across multiple perils (flood, wind, wildfire, heat). It is the most direct comparable to Gaia Vision's Climate Vision platform and is co-listed with it in the UNEP FI Climate Risk Tool Dashboard.
• KatRisk: KatRisk specializes in flood and catastrophe modeling with high-resolution global hazard data, serving insurance, reinsurance, and financial customers. Its flood-focused model and SaaS delivery model closely mirrors Gaia Vision's Climate Vision.
• Cervest: Cervest offers AI-powered climate risk analytics with asset-level physical climate risk scoring across multiple perils globally. It serves enterprise risk and sustainability functions with similar use cases (TCFD disclosure, supply chain risk) as Gaia Vision.
• Floodbase (formerly risQ): Floodbase provides global flood risk analytics and parametric flood insurance data, leveraging satellite and modeled data. Its flood-pure-play focus and enterprise/government customers make it a close direct peer for Gaia Vision's Water Vision and Climate Vision products.

Broad incumbents

• Four Twenty Seven (now part of Moody's): Four Twenty Seven, now part of Moody's, was a leading provider of physical climate risk data and scores for corporate assets. Moody's ESG Solutions serves the same enterprise and financial-sector customers with similar flood and multi-peril climate analytics.
• Munich Re (Climate Risk / HAILRIAN): Munich Re is a global reinsurer offering climate risk analytics tools (including HAILRIAN) for enterprise physical risk assessment. It is co-listed with Gaia Vision in the UNEP FI dashboard and serves overlapping enterprise and financial-sector customers at much greater scale.

Emerging players

• Resilire: Resilire is a Japanese supply chain risk visualization startup that is a consortium partner with Gaia Vision on the NEDO FASPAI project. It addresses adjacent supply-chain climate risk needs and shares enterprise customers in Japan.

Others

• Columbia Climate School / Climate Central: Climate Central is a non-profit climate science communications and research organization that publishes global sea-level rise and coastal flood analysis. While not a commercial competitor, its public-domain flood science informs the broader market and partially substitutes for certain free Gaia Vision Lite use cases.

Market position

Strengths3 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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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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