15th Rock
Venture capitalYokohama · Seed–Late Stage · 8 people tracked
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Investment thesis
15th Rock is a venture capital firm focused on 'human augmentation,' backing technologies that use the power of technology to expand the abilities considered normal for humans today — imagining futures where people might control anything by thought alone, fly, or become invisible. The firm believes that achieving unparalleled success in the vast ocean of startups requires doing something different from others, but that this differentiation must also be correct.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 8 people
from the firm's website
What they invest in
from 28 of 45 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×11Healthtech ×10Deep Tech ×8Hardware ×6Digital Health ×5Enterprise Software ×5Fintech ×5Biotech ×4
HQs:Japan×16United States×4Canada×2Netherlands×1South Africa×1
Who they back
founder profiles across 17 portfolio companiesFounding team size:solo founder×92 founders×53 founders×14+ founders×2
Where their founders studiedfrom 17 founders with education data
Nagoya University ×2Stanford University ×2The University of Tokyo ×2University of California, Berkeley ×2
What their founders studiedfrom 16 founders with field-of-study data
Computer Science ×4Engineering ×4Business & Management ×3Social Sciences ×2
Where their founders worked beforefrom 17 founders with career history
Stanford University ×2Whill ×2
Accelerator rootsportfolio companies that came through a program
Investments · 45 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2025 · 22024 · 22023 · 15 dated
Pacific Meta is a Japanese consulting group that supports companies with Web3 and blockchain business development, from strategy design through development and operations.
AI & Machine LearningCrypto & Web3Enterprise SoftwareFintechTokyo, JP
Kousei Sho(Co-Founder)inKazuhito Azechi(Co-Founder)inKousei Sho (Hongcheng Shao)(Founder)inYusuke Miyake(Co-Founder)Shota Iwasaki(代表取締役 (Representative Director / CEO))in
Co-investorsDIMENSIONEast VenturesHyperithm
Better Place (ベター・プレイス) is a Japanese company founded with a mission to contribute to making the world better through meaningful encounters and positive influence.
FintechFuture of WorkHR TechSaaSTokyo, JP
Morimoto(Representative (CEO))森本 新士(代表取締役社長CEO)
Co-investorsIyogin CapitalOita Venture CapitalUTokyo Innovation Platform Co. Ltd.Dual Bridge CapitalHokuhoku CapitaliSGS Investment Works+6 more
Bloomlife provides a remote patient monitoring platform for high-risk patient populations, offering customizable clinical protocols and smart notifications that help care teams identify patients in need and address potential complications early.
Digital HealthFemTechHealthtechSan Francisco, US
Julien Penders(Executive Officer, Director)inEric Dy(Executive Officer, Director)inYoung Sohn(Director)Max Mirgoli(Director)Lucio Lanza(Director)
BoardUriridiakoghene Onovakpuri(Director)
Co-investorsForeground CapitalGATHER VENTURESHealthtech CapitalPallasite VenturesSuncoast VenturesThe Chernin Group (TCG Crypto)+1 more
Canaery develops a nose-computer interface that combines animal olfaction with neurotechnology and AI to detect substances and diagnose diseases.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechHardwareMedical Devices
Gabriel(Chief Executive Officer)Peter(Chief Technology Officer)
BoardDmitry(Chief Science Advisor)
Co-investorsGood News VenturesBreakout VenturesDolby Family VenturesKdT Ventures
Cellid is a fabless company developing AR glasses displays (waveguides) and spatial recognition engines for next-generation devices.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechHardwareRoppongi, JP
Ken Shirakami(Representative Director & CEO)SATOSHI SHIRAGA(Founder)inKen Shiragami(Representative Director & CEO)
Co-investorsGlobal BrainTechstarsTEL Venture Capital, Inc.Development Bank of JapanFFG Venture Business PartnersIMM Investment+2 more
Degas combines farmer financing with artificial intelligence to design solutions addressing poverty, food security, and climate resilience, serving smallholder farmers in Africa and Asia.
AgTechAI & Machine LearningClimate TechFintechImpact & Social GoodJapan, ZA
Doga Makiura(Founder)in
Co-investorsInclusion Japan
Ejenta builds an agentic AI platform for connected care that delivers intelligent healthcare solutions to patient homes and manages care for members with chronic conditions like heart failure.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtechSan Francisco, US
Rachna Dhamija(CEO)in
Co-investorsaVentureCity LightTechstarsYamaha Motor VenturesFounders' Co-op
Ghoonuts conducts research and development using transcranial electrical stimulation technology.
BiotechDeep TechHealthtech京都市, JP
Gojo & Company is a Japan-based financial inclusion group that invests in and operates microfinance institutions, banks, and fintech companies across Asia and Africa to expand access to financial services for underserved clients.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechImpact & Social GoodSaaSTokyo, JP
Taejun Shin(Co-founder, Managing Partner & CEO)Sanjay Gandhi(Co-founder & CIO)inArnaud Ventura(Managing Partner)Kohei Katada(Managing Partner / CFO)Gurol Michael Sari(Chief Operating Officer)Takao Takahashi(Chief People & Inclusion Officer)in
Co-investorsBeyond Next VenturesDIMENSIONFujitsu VenturesGlobis Capital PartnersGMO VenturePartnersKDDI Open Innovation Fund+3 more
Co-investorsHiroshima Venture Capital Co. Ltd.Samurai IncubateShizuoka CapitalSumisho Venture Partners
Lifestack builds a productivity platform that integrates biometric and physiological data from wearables to inform scheduling, task prioritization, and daily planning decisions.
AI & Machine LearningConsumerFuture of WorkWellness & Fitness
Nao Yukawa(Founder)in
Longan Vision develops wearable, helmet-mounted thermal imaging systems that provide hands-free situational awareness for people working in dangerous, low-visibility environments.
Deep TechHardwareIoT
Co-investorsInnovative Solutions Canada
Mechasys develops an XR Projector for the construction industry, providing robotics and advanced layout solutions to improve field productivity and worker efficiency on construction sites.
Construction TechHardwareRoboticsMontreal, CA
Co-investorsGlobal BrainNew Stack VenturesAgya VenturesFondactionGreat Wave VenturesSOSV+1 more
NEXT NEW WORLD is a Japanese company developing silk protein technology, centered on its patented "Karada Silk" process that turns silk into a water-soluble solution while preserving its nano-scale porous structure for adsorption and cosmetic benefits.
BiotechHealthtechNew MaterialsKiryu, JP
髙嶋 耕太郎(代表取締役CEO)
Nobi manufactures intelligent lamps equipped with optical sensors and artificial intelligence to detect falls and monitor health for elderly care in residential facilities and home settings.
AI & Machine LearningHealthtechIoT
Roeland Pelgrims(Founder)in
Co-investorsAngelini VenturesEQT Life SciencesPMV
Onera Health provides clinical-grade remote diagnostics and monitoring solutions for healthcare professionals, with an initial focus on sleep health.
Digital HealthHealthtechMedical DevicesEindhoven, NL
Co-investorsEQT Life SciencesLSP (Life Sciences Partners)imec.xpandInnovation Industries
Paradromics develops a brain-computer interface (BCI) system, with FDA Breakthrough Device Designations for speech decoding and digital device control, and works with academic medical institutions on translational BCI research.
BiotechDeep TechHealthtechMedical DevicesAustin, US
Matt Angle(Founder and CEO)in
Co-investorsAlpha EdisonAnthropy PartnersCapital FactoryCoastCapFrontier Path VCFusion+14 more
Proton Intelligence develops CKM™, a continuous monitoring medical device drawing on biosensing and minimally invasive microdevice technology for clinical use.
Deep TechDigital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices
Co-investorsAIN VenturesLongeVCTenmile
Ripcord uses robotics and AI to digitize paper documents and extract data, transforming unstructured information into accessible, structured digital files for enterprise use.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareHardwareRobotics
Alex Fielding(Director & Ripcord Co-Founder)inSam Fahmy(President and CEO)in
Co-investorsIcon VenturesKleiner PerkinsCatapult VenturesComet LabsHemisphere Ventures LLCLux Capital+9 more
Robust.AI develops AI and robotics technology with a focus on human-centered design.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechLogistics & Supply ChainRoboticsVista, US
Anthony Jules(Co-founder & Chief Innovation Officer)inRodney Brooks(Co-founder & CTO)inLeila TakayamainGabrielle HalberginMarin Tchakarov(Chief Executive Officer)in
Co-investorsEnergy Impact PartnersFontinalis PartnersFuture VenturesJAZZ Venture PartnersMetaplanetPlayground Global+1 more
Siiibo Securities is an online brokerage firm operating a platform for private placement bond investment and issuance using web-based private placement mechanisms.
FintechTokyo, JP
Kazuki Komura(CEO)inKomura Kazuki(CEO)in小村 (Komura)(CEO)
Co-investorsAngel Bridge Co.,Ltd.Beta venture capitalDnx VenturesRelicAozora Corporate Investment
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Spirete is an organization that operates an open innovation program and startup ecosystem development platform, hosting regular events including pitch sessions, expert talks, and networking for early-stage startups and member companies.
AgTechDeep TechEnergyEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkSector AgnosticTokyo, JP
Sun Asterisk is a digital technology and creative services company that builds products and develops talent across Japan and ASEAN countries.
AI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsEdTechEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkTokyo, JP
小林 泰平 (Taihei Kobayashi)(CEO)in
Co-investorsSony Ventures CorporationSony Network Communications
TENET is a Japanese healthcare company building a new type of general-practice clinic that combines AI, online consultation, and comprehensive primary care.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtech
花房 弘也(代表取締役 CEO)佐藤 暁幸(Chief Medical Officer)武田 政則(総合診療クリニック統括責任者)
Co-investorsGMO VenturePartnersHiroshima Venture Capital Co. Ltd.NOW Japan
TENT Inc. builds cloud-based rental and subscription systems for retailers and manufacturers, including a rental platform (Kauriru), a rental-focused inventory management system using RFID and QR codes, and item lending/return tracking tools.
Logistics & Supply ChainRetail TechSaaSTokyo, JP
松田 基臣(代表取締役 (CEO))
Co-investorsJR East Start UP
WHILL manufactures award-winning mobility scooters and power chairs designed to provide users with increased independence and mobility.
HardwareHealthtechMobility & TransportationRoboticsTokyo, JP
Junpei NaitoinKenji GohoMuneaki FukuokainSatoshi Sugie
Co-investors500 GlobalMCP Asset ManagementNippon Venture CapitalPayforwardShizuoka CapitalEight Roads Ventures+2 more
YAMAP is a hiking and outdoor app that shows a user's current location on trail maps even without cell signal, helping prevent getting lost.
ConsumerMobility & TransportationSocial
Co-investorsOita Venture CapitalSMBC Venture Capital
Co-investorsDRONE FUNDHiroshima Venture Capital Co. Ltd.Oriental Land InnovationsUntroD Capital
EneCoat Technologies develops and manufactures perovskite solar cells (PSCs) and related materials.
CleantechEnergyNew MaterialsKyoto, JP
加藤尚哉 (Naoya Kato)(Representative Director / Executive Officer / CEO)堀内保 (Tamotsu Horiuchi)(Director / Executive Officer / CTO)
Co-investorsGlobal BrainKyoto University Innovation CapitalMIRAI SOUZOUMonozukuri VenturesNippon Venture Capital
PETOKOTO operates a Japanese-language media site about living with dogs and cats, covering topics like adopting rescue pets, pet-friendly accommodations, cat breeds, and pet goods.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerMedia & Entertainment
Co-investorsAPOLLO CAPITALColopl NextJR East Start UPGenesia Ventures
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
Agri-fintech for African smallholder farmersAmtechnologiesDigital creative studioIndustrial 3D printer finishing equipmentNeurotech device for digital scentNext-generation electric wheelchairOnline telemedicine internet hospitalOutdoor equipment rental EC mallParadromicsPersonal stylist EC mallPet wellness brandStylealertTdrk Inc.CoWeb3 project strategy consulting firm株式会社stu
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesnobi · trysignalbase.com · May 8, 2025
Cellid · finsmes.com · Apr 16, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has 15th Rock made?
- 15th Rock has 45 tracked investments, including 2 dated in the last 24 months.
- What stage does 15th Rock invest at?
- 15th Rock invests at the Seed, Late Stage stages.
- What sectors does 15th Rock focus on?
- 15th Rock focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Consumer, Deep Tech, Hardware.
- Where is 15th Rock located?
- 15th Rock is headquartered in Yokohama, JP.
- Who does 15th Rock co-invest with?
- 15th Rock most often shares deals with Global Brain, Hiroshima Venture Capital Co. Ltd., KDDI Open Innovation Fund, among 90 tracked co-investors.
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