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Closed startup

1999 – 2023

Vanpool

Japanese developer of video games, music software, computer software and toys

JapanGaming

Founded: 1999
Closed: 2023
Lifespan: 24 years
Country: Japan
City: Tokyo
Sector: Gaming
Founders: Tarō Kudō

In brief

Vanpool started out in 1999 as a Japanese developer of video games, music software, computer software and toys and had shut down by 2023. Founder: Tarō Kudō. Former website: vanpool.co.jp.

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