Number Nine
Japan · Media & gaming
Number Nine develops and publishes original manga and webtoons, supporting creators and international distribution.
Product
Number Nine develops and publishes manga and vertically read webtoons. The Japanese company works with creators to build original intellectual property and bring stories to readers through digital comics platforms.
Its catalogue includes action and fantasy webtoons as well as manga for female audiences. Partnerships with digital platforms support overseas distribution and the development of Japanese stories for readers across multiple markets.
Funding history
1 round · 0 with disclosed amounts| Announced | Round | Amount | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional strategic investment | Undisclosed | LINE Digital Frontier — Participant |
Investors
LINE Digital FrontierJoined Additional strategic investmentCoverage
weeklyWeekly funding picks, 19–25 October: banking AI, machine monitoring and code validationOct 23, 2026Number Nine · Additional strategic investmentSimilar companies
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