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Sakana AI Prepares for Potential IPO as Early as Fall 2027
The Japanese AI company has engaged Goldman Sachs as an adviser and may list in Japan or the United States.

Japan could see its first publicly listed generative AI developer if Sakana AI follows through on IPO preparations that point to a possible debut in fall 2027. The offering could also rank among the country's largest startup listings.
Goldman Sachs has been engaged as an adviser. Sakana AI may list in Japan or the United States, with proceeds intended for model development, hiring, sales and marketing.
Founded in 2023, the Japanese company focuses on sovereign AI and has released several routing models. Its November 2025 Series B valued the company at ¥400 billion.