ASICS Ventures Corporation
Corporate VCKobe · Pre-Seed–Growth
Investment thesis
ASICS Ventures pursues a 'Global x Digital' strategy aligned with ASICS' VISION2030 and Mid-Term Plan 2026. It seeks startups that can co-develop innovative new digital services, enhance the brand and customer experience, and improve athletic performance. Business stage and geography are not restrictions; the firm invests globally and considers companies openly as long as they can realize its collaboration themes. It especially favors startups expanding internationally. Through startup programs such as the ASICS Innovation Pitch, accelerator programs, and TENKAN-TEN, it has collaborated with domestic and international companies, investing in more than 20 startups across 10 countries.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.
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- What stage does ASICS Ventures Corporation invest at?
- ASICS Ventures Corporation invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What is ASICS Ventures Corporation's typical check size?
- ASICS Ventures Corporation typically writes checks of $100K – $5M.
- What sectors does ASICS Ventures Corporation focus on?
- ASICS Ventures Corporation focuses on Climate Tech, Consumer, Deep Tech, Digital Health, Gaming, Hardware, Healthtech, Sports Tech, Wellness & Fitness.
- Where is ASICS Ventures Corporation located?
- ASICS Ventures Corporation is headquartered in Kobe, JP.
- Does ASICS Ventures Corporation lead rounds?
- ASICS Ventures Corporation typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
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