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Japan-based Car-ByeBuy secures $8.7 million in Series C funding led by Jafco Group and KeePer Giken.

PRIVATEFeb 20, 2026

Amount Raised

$8.7 Million

Round Type

Series C

NagoyaE CommerceMarketplaceAutomotive

Investors

KeePer GikenJafco Group

Description

Nagoya-based auto marketplace Car-ByeBuy.com announced an undisclosed Series C funding from VC Jafco Group and coating specialist KeePer Giken. This funding takes Car-ByeBuy's total investment up to JPY1.35 billion ($8.7 million). Founded in 2019 and operated by Aracan, the company continues to expand its marketplace presence.

Quick answer

Car-ByeBuy raised $8.7 Million in a Series C round, dated February 20, 2026. Investors: KeePer Giken and Jafco Group. Car-ByeBuy is based in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.

How much did Car-ByeBuy raise?
Car-ByeBuy raised $8.7 Million in a Series C round on February 20, 2026.
Who invested in Car-ByeBuy?
KeePer Giken and Jafco Group are named as investors in this round.
What does Car-ByeBuy do?
Car-ByeBuy is an auto marketplace based in Japan that connects buyers and sellers of vehicles.
Where is Car-ByeBuy based and how big is it?
Car-ByeBuy is based in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.

Source: Fundz verified event record.

Who else raised in E Commerce and Marketplace around the same time

Companies in the same sectors as Car-ByeBuy that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.

  • ECD Auto Design raised $2.4M (Convertible Note) on March 12, 2026.
  • Uzum raised $130M (Series B) on March 10, 2026.
  • the Present Tree raised $2.4M (Seed) on March 3, 2026.
  • SecondSense raised $2M (Seed) on March 2, 2026.
  • Easy Industries, Inc. raised $5M (Series B) on February 24, 2026.
  • CarMax raised $750M (Debt Financing) on February 20, 2026.

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Company Information

Company

Car-ByeBuy

Location

Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan

About

Car-ByeBuy is an auto marketplace based in Japan that connects buyers and sellers of vehicles. Founded in 2019, the company aims to simplify the car buying and selling process. It has experienced significant growth and has secured substantial investments to enhance its platform.

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