Mitsubishi UFJ Capital

Mitsubishi UFJ Capital Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based venture capital firm established in 1974, specializing in seed, development stage, and start-up investments. The firm focuses primarily on the Japanese market, investing in sectors such as healthcare, biotechnology, information technology, electronics, and high technology. Mitsubishi UFJ Capital actively participates in investment syndications for Japanese investments and aims to support companies with relevance to the Japanese market. The firm operates additional offices in Osaka and Nagoya, enhancing its reach within Japan. It manages several venture capital funds, including those targeting drug discovery and life sciences.

Takashi Hasegawa

Managing Director

Yoshirou Matsuoka

Managing Director

Past deals in Tokyo

Vark

Series C in 2023
ActEvolve develops Blitz Freak, a multi virtual reality game. It began operation in 2017, with its headquarters in Tokyo in Japan.

Rehab

Series C in 2021
Rehab for Japan Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in providing Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions for nursing care facilities. Established in 2016, the company focuses on developing a unique rehabilitation platform specifically designed for day service operations. Through its cloud support services, Rehab for Japan aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of rehabilitation processes in nursing care establishments, addressing the growing demand for innovative healthcare solutions in the region.

GiXo Ltd.

Venture Round in 2021
GiXo Ltd. is a Tokyo-based consulting firm established in 2012 that specializes in marketing solutions through the application of technology and big data analytics. The company focuses on providing analysis support services to address business challenges, employing data-informed methodologies to enhance decision-making processes. GiXo engages in research and development of various consulting services and tools, leveraging advanced analytics to deliver tailored solutions that meet the needs of its clients.

Cake.jp

Venture Round in 2021
Cake.jp Co., Ltd. owns and operates online cake delivery portal. The company delivers cake for individual birthdays, anniversary celebrations, corporate events, parties, and welfare. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Tsubame BHB

Funding Round in 2020
Tsubame BHB Co., Ltd., founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in researching, developing, manufacturing, and supplying on-site ammonia production systems and catalysts. The company focuses on innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and sustainability of ammonia production, thereby contributing to various industrial applications. Tsubame BHB aims to meet the growing demand for ammonia in a way that aligns with environmental standards and supports the transition to cleaner energy sources.

IB

Seed Round in 2020
IB Inc. is a fintech company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2018. It specializes in developing applications that facilitate the management of insurance policies. The company's platform enables users to oversee multiple insurance policies simultaneously and offers reminders for premium payments, helping to ensure that users do not miss important insurance claims. Through its innovative approach, IB Inc. aims to enhance the efficiency of insurance management for its clients.

Theoria

Seed Round in 2020
Theoria, Inc. operates finance consulting question and answer site Okane answer. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Vark

Series A in 2019
ActEvolve develops Blitz Freak, a multi virtual reality game. It began operation in 2017, with its headquarters in Tokyo in Japan.

Vark

Series A in 2018
ActEvolve develops Blitz Freak, a multi virtual reality game. It began operation in 2017, with its headquarters in Tokyo in Japan.

TANGOYA

Venture Round in 2018
Tangoya Co., Ltd. is a company based in Osaka, Japan, that specializes in the management of specialty shops focused on custom-made suits and shirts, as well as the sale of various clothing items. Founded in 1949, the company provides a range of suit and coat fabrics and engages in wholesale activities for both men's and women's apparel. Additionally, Tangoya operates a restaurant that serves espresso coffee. The company also has a branch located in Tokyo, Japan, further extending its reach in the retail and food service sectors.

Vark

Seed Round in 2018
ActEvolve develops Blitz Freak, a multi virtual reality game. It began operation in 2017, with its headquarters in Tokyo in Japan.

KIYO Learning

Venture Round in 2018
KIYO Learning Co.,Ltd. engages in planning, production, sale, and operation of educational content and services for business people in Japan. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

EXest

Seed Round in 2018
EXest is a Tokyo-based startup focused on promoting inbound travel to Japan. The company operates the WOW U platform, which connects international visitors with licensed interpreters and tour guides, facilitating a more enriching travel experience. In addition, EXest offers WOWU-media, a service that shares video clips on social media to showcase must-visit attractions and popular local souvenirs, enhancing potential tourists' awareness of Japan. By revitalizing local regions through increased tourism, EXest not only links foreign travelers with knowledgeable local guides but also provides media management services and educational resources for those guides, fostering a deeper connection between visitors and the unique offerings of Japan.

Yolo Japan

Venture Round in 2017
Yolo Japan Corporation is an online job listing platform catering to foreign nationals residing in Japan, offering a variety of full-time and part-time employment opportunities. Established in 2004 and headquartered in Osaka, with an additional office in Tokyo, the company also operates YOLO BASE, a working inbound facility designed for foreign residents and locals. Additionally, Yolo Japan provides community English conversation services for children, helping to enhance language skills among younger learners. The company aims to facilitate integration and support for international students, residents, and visitors in Japan through its diverse services.

hey, Inc.

Venture Round in 2017
hey, Inc. integrates, plans, develops, and manages e-commerce portals and businesses. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

KIYO Learning

Venture Round in 2017
KIYO Learning Co.,Ltd. engages in planning, production, sale, and operation of educational content and services for business people in Japan. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Renewable Japan

Venture Round in 2015
Renewable Japan Co., Ltd. engages in solar and wind power, small hydropower, equipment import, consulting, and fund management businesses. It offers project management services; construction, operation, and management of power plants; grid connection negotiation with the utility companies; applications for permissions/licenses to power plants; and financing services to power plants. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

JTOWER

Venture Round in 2014
JTOWER Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in infrastructure sharing services in Japan. Founded in June 2012, the firm focuses on designing and constructing information communication infrastructure, developing communications-related solutions, and providing various information communications services. JTOWER offers a range of products, including in-building infrastructure sharing, cloud-managed Wi-Fi services, and outdoor tower sharing. The company's services cater to landlords, mobile network operators, and local 5G needs, along with site locator systems. As a subsidiary of Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation, JTOWER plays a crucial role in enhancing communication infrastructure across the region.

Monstar Lab

Venture Round in 2014
Monstar Lab, Inc. is a software development firm headquartered in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, specializing in creating software solutions for consumers. Founded in 2006, the company offers a range of services including project planning, market analysis, design, mobile application and web service development, website design, business applications, mobile games, and legacy migration. Additionally, Monstar Lab provides technology for wearable applications, web marketing, and product localization. With more than 1,200 engineers and creators, the firm operates in 26 cities across 15 countries, including Japan, China, Singapore, the Philippines, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Denmark, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, Germany, and Thailand. Monstar Lab emphasizes access to top talent and specialists worldwide, leveraging its diverse expertise to deliver effective solutions and empower innovators globally.

Tokyo Otaku Mode

Series A in 2014
Tokyo Otaku Mode Inc. operates a platform for Japanese otaku news and content. It distributes otaku content, including anime, manga, event reports, news, and others. The company operates otakumode.com that provides user-generated content of otaku related artwork, cosplay photos, and others; and publishes Japanese otaku news articles in English. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Portland, Oregon with a branch in Mitaka-shi, Japan.

RareJob

Venture Round in 2013
Rarejob is an online platform that offers English learning services for individual and corporate needs. Its operations are based in Shibuya, Japan.

Excite Japan

Venture Round in 2001
Excite Japan is a Japan-based company focused on the development of internet businesses in Japan. Starting with operations of a portal site, its business model has grown through being focused on services targeted at women. Excite Japan’s revenue is derived from placed-advertising by companies as a media content portal, internet-connection service fees, and the provision of paid content to users. It was launched in 1997 and is headquartered in Minato, Tokyo.

Dejima

Series B in 2000
Dejima delivers revolutionary software solutions that enable people to interact with computerized content using their own words -- freed from using codes, commands and menus. Dejima Direct(TM) solutions provide the ability to request information and execute productivity tasks in their own words over email, wireless messaging, web or speech. Founded in 1998, Dejima is headquartered in San Jose, California, and operates subsidiaries in Paris and Tokyo.