Polaris Capital Group

Polaris Capital Group is a private equity firm established in 2004 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with additional offices in Osaka and Singapore. The firm focuses on investing in Japanese companies across a diverse range of sectors, including manufacturing, technology, consumer goods, retail, restaurants, logistics, media, entertainment, medical, information technology, and services. Polaris Capital Group aims to support the growth and development of its portfolio companies by leveraging its industry expertise and network within these sectors.

Akira Iinuma

Chief Investment Officer

Shinsuke Kawamoto

Partner, Executive Officer jointly in charge of Investment Group and Member of the Executive and Investment Committee

Yuji Kimura

Founder President and CEO

Mitsuda, Hideo

Partner, Head of IR Group

Tomohide Nitta

Managing Director

Ryoichi Ogawa

Partner, Executive Officer in charge of Operations Group and Member of the Executive and Investment Committee

Naohiko Ohno

Partner, Investments Group

Shinjiro Takeuchi

Managing Director

Tomioka Toshitaka

Principal

Junpei Yamada

Partner, Executive Officer jointly in charge of Investment Group, Co-Chief Investment Officer and Member of the Investment Committee

9 past transactions

Stockmark

Series D in 2024
Stockmark Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing and operating business decision support services leveraging artificial intelligence and text mining technologies. The company offers a range of services, including data mining, user preference extraction, and high-precision predictive analytics. Its artificial intelligence solutions focus on natural language processing, which aids in information processing and corporate culture transformation. Stockmark's software is designed to accelerate business creation activities by predicting market changes and enhancing internal management and sales strategies, thereby enabling clients to make informed decisions and effectively assess their business situations.

Increment P

Acquisition in 2021
Increment P Corporation is a computer software company that offers Satellite data and map data. The company is established on 1994 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Co., Ltd.

Acquisition in 2019
Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Co., Ltd. operates as a Surveillance Systems Business. Panasonic i-PRO Sensing Solutions Co., Ltd. will be formed with Security Systems Business Division of Connected Solutions Company of Panasonic as a main body and will include the industrial & medical vision compact camera R&D department of its Innovation Center.

Hitachi Automotive Systems Measurement

Acquisition in 2018
Hitachi Automotive Systems Measurement develops, manufactures and sells instrumentation equipment and provides design, construction and maintenance services for energy stations and plants with the know-how of handling hazardous materials obtained in its longer than 80 years history since its inception.

Pony.ai

Series A in 2018
Pony.ai, Inc. is a company specializing in the development of artificial intelligence software for autonomous vehicle technology. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Fremont, California, with additional offices in San Francisco and China, Pony.ai focuses on creating systems that enable vehicles to navigate various driving conditions through advanced machine learning and algorithms. The company's technology enhances vehicle safety and functionality by accurately perceiving surroundings and predicting driver actions. In addition to its technology development, Pony.ai offers a public-facing Robotaxi service, showcasing its autonomous mobility solutions. The company collaborates with automotive manufacturers to integrate its innovative technology into commercial vehicles, contributing to the advancement of the autonomous driving industry.

Hivic

Acquisition in 2016
Hivic Co. is a Japanese company based in Saitama that specializes in the manufacture and sale of precut timber and custom-built wooden houses. The company offers a range of products, including precut components for traditional wooden housing and two-by-four construction, as well as various building materials, timber, and housing equipment. Hivic is involved in both the production and sale of these materials, catering to the construction industry and providing solutions for custom housing projects.

Yodogawa Transformer

Acquisition in 2016
Yodogawa Transformer Co., Ltd. is a manufacturing company based in Osaka, Japan, specializing in transformers and power generation equipment. Founded in 1965, it offers a range of products and services, including the manufacturing, leasing, and rental of transformers, as well as engineering services for power receiving and transforming facilities. The company also provides flicker suppressors, suppression devices, cubicles, generators, and test equipment, ensuring that clients have access to safe and reliable power solutions. As of January 31, 2018, Yodogawa Transformer operates as a subsidiary of ORIX Rentec Corporation.

Factory Japan Group

Acquisition in 2015
Factory Japan Group specializes in managing training facilities for therapists, sports trainers, and studio instructors across Asia. The company provides a range of salon services, including proprietary massage therapies that integrate chiropractic and acupressure techniques. This unique approach aims to relieve clients from pain while enhancing their overall health and comfort. By focusing on the development of skilled professionals and offering specialized therapeutic services, Factory Japan Group seeks to improve wellness and physical well-being in the communities it serves.

Ekitan

Acquisition in 2007
Ekitan is an internet company based in Japan that specializes in providing transportation navigation services. The company offers comprehensive information on railway, bus, and airplane schedules and fares, along with transfer guide services to assist travelers in planning their journeys. Additionally, Ekitan engages in member promotion services in various sectors, including movies, karaoke, travel, accommodation, amusement parks, and fitness. The company also provides application services for corporate clients and offers advertising services, further expanding its reach in the digital information landscape.
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