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History
100 EVENTS
Since its founding in 1994, our company has used 'The more Cave creates, the more fun it becomes' as its motto.
Since our founding in 1994, our motto has been 'The more Cave, the more fun'.
Established Cave Co., Ltd. at 27 Sakanai-cho, Ichigaya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, with capital of 15 million yen, with game software contract development as its main business.
Moved headquarters to Tanotsu-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo.
NTT Docomo Inc. launched the 'i-mode' service.
Released 'Stella Fortune Land' (now 'Ai Navi ◇ Koi Tenshi') for i-mode, starting an information provider business.
Moved headquarters to Kagurazaka, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo.
Signed an exclusive contract with the prestigious jazz club 'Blue Note New York'.
Started distribution of 'Half Note JAZZ' for i-mode.
Signed an information provision agreement with the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra.
Commenced content distribution for KDDI's Ezweb and for Vodafone's 'Vodafone Live!'.
Released the business-use shooting game 'Angry Leader Bee Great Departure'.
Signed an exclusive contract with the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York.
Started distribution of the game content 'Game Center Alley' for i-mode.
Commenced distribution of the mobile commerce site 'Beads de Shopping' for i-mode.
Started distribution of the mobile online game 'Land/Sea/Air Diorama Big Explosion' for i-mode.
Opened the Beads accessory shop 'bise bise AOYAMA' in Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo.
Opened a Shinjuku office in Naitō-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo.
Opened a Christmas limited store of 'bise bise AOYAMA' at Shinjuku Takashimaya.
Listed shares on the Dai-Sho Hercules Market.
Entered into a business partnership with SBS Co., Ltd. (South Korean private broadcaster).
Started distribution of the Korean entertainment information site 'Korean Wave SBS Entertainment' for i-mode.
Entered into a business partnership with Tamiya Co., Ltd. (top model brand).
Opened a regular store of 'bise bise AOYAMA' at Shinjuku Takashimaya.
Entered into a business partnership with Yama to Keikaku Co., Ltd. (top mountaineering and outdoor magazine brand).
Started distribution of the mountaineering and outdoor information site 'Yama to Keikaku i' for i-mode.
Acquired 100% subsidiary status of Craze Company Ltd. (now Beads Mania Ltd.).
Launch of the pro wrestling and mixed martial arts information site 'GAORA Pro-King' for i-mode.
Establishment of CAVE Online Entertainment Co., Ltd.
Launch of the Flash game site 'This is!! King's Game' for EZweb.
The two brands 'Beads de Shopping' and 'Beads Mania' jointly opened a one-month limited store at Yokohama Landmark Plaza.
Business and capital partnership with Delgamadas Co., Ltd. (operator of broadband entertainment and internet cafes).
Establishment of Mini 4WD Networks Co., Ltd.
Launch of the 'Mini 4WD Online' website.
Opening of Beads Mania Kamihoku Tokyu store.
Launch of 'Professor Tomita's Psychology Gym' for i-mode.
Launch of 'Love's Code EX' for i-mode.
Establishment of CAVE Asset Management Co., Ltd.
Establishment of Orange & Partners Co., Ltd.
Absorption merger of CAVE Online Entertainment Co., Ltd.
Opening of Beads Mania Kashiwa Takashimaya Station Mall store.
Launch of the official video site 'WEB GATE' for the pro wrestling organization 'DRAGON GATE'.
Business partnership with KBS (Korean Broadcasting System).
Launch of 'Lovney's Picture Book' for i-mode.
Official service launch of the MMORPG 'Shin Megami Tensei IMAGINE' for PC (Windows).
Launch of 'KBS (Korea)' for i-mode.
Business partnership with Maruhan Co., Ltd. regarding digital media business.
Beads Mania Tokyu Hands Ginza Store Opens
Merged business with Beez Mania Inc.
Released the standard and first limited editions of Microsoft's Xbox 360 exclusive game 'Dead Smilez'.
Microsoft's Xbox 360 exclusive game 'Dead Smile' released in standard and limited editions
Started providing a social media app to 'Mobage Town', a mobile portal site operated by D.N.E. Co., Ltd.
Released the first game app for iPhone/iPod touch, 'Espgaluda II: Awaken. The Third Shining Stone', to domestic and worldwide markets.
Apple's first iPhone/iPod touch game app, 'Espgaluda II: Awaken. The Third Shining Stone', released domestically and worldwide
Started providing a social media app to GREE, a social networking service operated by GREE Inc.
The mobile SNS social game 'Shirotsuku' surpassed 2 million members.
Released the second game app for iPhone/iPod touch, 'Nodokubi Honey: Great Resurrection', and surpassed 30,000 downloads worldwide within a week of launch.
Social game 'Shirotsu' for mobile SNS surpassed 2 million members
Apple's second iPhone/iPod touch game app, 'Nodokubi Honey: Great Resurrection', released and surpassed 30,000 downloads worldwide within a week
Recognized by the Guinness World Records as the company that created and sold the world's best bullet-hell shooting game.
Signed a joint development agreement with Electronic Arts Inc., the world's largest game publisher.
'Hokuto no Ken: Legend of the Million Savior' launched on GREE.
Won Best Action/Arcade Game at the Pocket Gamer Awards 2011.
End-of-Century Battle Action
'Fist of the North Star: Legend of the Million Savior'
Service launched on GREE
Game app for iPhone/iPod touch
'Nodokubi Honey: Great Resurrection'
POCKET GAMER AWARDS 2011
Best Action/Arcade Game Award
First overseas-market social game 'Derby Classics' launched on Facebook.
First social game for overseas markets
'Derby Classics' launched on Facebook
Capital and business partnership with GREE Inc.
'Nodokubi Honey: Maximum Rebirth' launched.
Moved headquarters to Nakameguro GT Tower, Kamimeguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo.
Service launch of 'Hello Kitty Puzzle Chain' on iOS and Android via mobage.
Service launch of 'Don★Patchin' on iOS and Android via mobage.
'Hello Kitty's Puzzle Chain' launched on mobage with iOS and Android support
Launch of 'Juggler × Monster' for iOS and Android.
'Juggler × Monster' released for iOS and Android
Release of the official portal app for 'PSYCHO-PASS'.
Launch of 'Bug Princess Duel', licensed by Cave, provided by NHN Entertainment Co., Ltd.
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'Bug Princess Duel' released by NHN Entertainment Co., Ltd.
Release of 'Gothic is a Magic Maiden ~Sign the Contract Quickly!~' for iOS and Android.
Launch of 'Bug Princess Duel' distribution on Steam.
Release of 'Angry Chief Bee One-Month Manager' completely free.
Established capable Inc. as a consolidated subsidiary, launching a creator support business providing support and management for internet video broadcasters and others.
Established first overseas subsidiary in Taiwan, Cave Interactive Taiwan Co., Ltd.
First overseas subsidiary established in Taiwan
Cave Interactive Taiwan Co., Ltd.
Launch of the face-to-face fortune-telling live streaming service 'SENSEN'.
In-person fortune-telling live streaming service
Launch of the 'Sensen' service
Made Gurage, the company involved in the development and operation of 'Monster Strike', a subsidiary.
Launch of the officially licensed Touhou derivative shooting game 'Touhou Fantasy Eclipse'.
Touhou authorized fan-made shooting game!
Launch of the 'Touhou Fantasy Eclipse' service
Made Success Plus Inc., expected to generate stable revenue centered on contract business, a subsidiary.
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News
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Opening of 'Heavenly Joy Arc: Heavenly Resonance's Sacred Plea'
On October 30, the main story's new chapter 'Heavenly Resonance's Sacred Plea: Chapter 1' began in 'Gothic is a Magical Maiden'. The story unfolds as five maidens aim to complete the 'Heavenly Joy Rite' to revive the soul of a true boy. The theme song of the Kantenhen, 'Sacred Deliverance', was produced by Yūya Kobayashi (IOSYS), and a teaser PV for the new chapter has also been released.
Release of 20th Anniversary Merchandise for 'Mushi Hime-sama Futari' & Campaign for 'Gothic is a Magical Maiden'
Cave Co., Ltd. has started selling limited merchandise for 'Mushi Hime-sama Futari', which celebrated its 20th anniversary in October 2026, on Amazon and the CAVE official shop. The merchandise includes acrylic stands of Reco and Palmu, keychains, and tapestries, and is limited in quantity. Additionally, the company's shooting game app 'Gothic is a Magical Maiden ~ Hurry Up and Sign the Contract!~' is running a gacha and campaign to commemorate the 20th anniversary.
Gomao-tsu: Halloween Maiden Edition Launch
In 'Gothic is a Magic Maiden', the Halloween event 'Lost Night Sisters ~Flowers of Mourning at the Sacred Eve~' Maiden Edition started on October 20. You can enjoy stories with maidens dressed as sexy sisters, and also explore the past of Shinsō and Milfy.
'Gomaotsu' Halloween Academy Edition
In "Gothic is a Magical Maiden", the Halloween event "Lost Night Sisters ~Hello Halloween Dress Up!~" began on October 9. In the first half of the academy edition, the story unfolds with school maidens disguised as sexy sisters, retrieving the missing cloth.
Addition of Training Function to 'New Revenge of Don Pachi Daikaiten'
CAVE Corporation has implemented a major update to add a training function to 'New Revenge of Don Pachi Daikaiten'. Starting on the same day, it is available at a special 10% off during the Steam Autumn Sale. This game features multiplayer for up to 10 players and new functionalities.
CAVE Co., Ltd. Announces Collaboration Menu and Ticket Sales for 'Gothic & Magic Maiden'
CAVE Co., Ltd. will start selling collaboration menus and drinks at BLUE LEAF CAFÉ to commemorate the 4th real score tournament of 'Gothic & Magic Maiden.' New collaboration foods and drinks will be offered at stores in Miyagi, Tokyo, Aichi, and Kyoto, and the lemonade collaboration from last year will also be revived. Additionally, the second lottery sale of tickets for the 4th tournament will be held from October 5, 2026.
Chapter 5 Event Begins in Gothic wa Mahou Otome
Cave Interactive Co., Ltd. launched Chapter 5 of the “Agony” arc in the main story of Gothic wa Mahou Otome: Just Sign the Contract! on September 30, 2026. Players can collect “Soul Traces” during the event to obtain a reward familiar. The story reveals mysteries surrounding the seal at the oceanic pole and past sins, as the heroines face difficult decisions.
Tickets Available for 4th ‘Gothic wa Mahou Otome’ Live Score Tournament; BLUE LEAF CAFÉ Collaboration
Cave Co., Ltd. announced that tickets for the 4th ‘Gothic wa Mahou Otome’ live score tournament, to be held November 21, 2026, go on sale September 21. Tickets include reserved seating with benefits and a discount coupon for BLUE LEAF CAFÉ in Ueno. The event will also be streamed online, and people who did not enter the competition may still attend as spectators.
‘O.N.G.E.K.I. Re:Fresh’ and ‘Gothic wa Mahou Otome’ Collaboration Event Begins
Cave Co., Ltd. began a collaboration event on September 17 between its shooting game ‘Gothic wa Mahou Otome: Please Sign the Contract!’ and the arcade rhythm game ‘O.N.G.E.K.I. Re:Fresh.’ The event, titled ‘Bullet Curtain of Melody: Let the Girls’ Shooter Fest Resound!,’ has two parts and features an original story. The five-star collaboration character Akari Hoshizaki is available as a login bonus. An X campaign offering autographed boards from cast members is also underway.
'ONGEKI Re:Fresh' and 'Gothic wa Mahou Otome' Collaboration Announced
A collaboration event between ONGEKI Re:Fresh and Gothic wa Mahou Otome will begin after maintenance on Thursday, September 17, 2026. ONGEKI shooters will appear with newly recorded voice lines and original illustrations, alongside an original story. A campaign to give away autographed boards featuring Akari Hoshizaki (voice: Hikaru Akao) will also be held.
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Public records
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National Tax Agency basic information2011101006189
Source: National Tax Agency Corporate Number Publication Site, basic three items
Trade name
株式会社ケイブ
Trade name (kana)
ケイブ
Name in English
Corporation type
301
Address
〒153-0051 東京都目黒区上目黒2丁目1番1号
Postal code
1530051
Prefecture code
13
City code
110
Address outside Japan
Prefecture in English
City in English
Address outside Japan in English
Corporate number assignment date
2015-10-05
Update date
2023-06-02
Change date
2015-10-05
Registry closure date
Reason for registry closure
Successor corporate number
Details of the change
Latest record
1
Excluded from search
0
Processing type
01
Correction type
1
Trade name image ID
Address image ID
Sequence number
1502560
METI gBizINFO2011101006189
Source: gBizINFO (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry)