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Venture capitalTokyo · 23 people tracked
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Investment thesis
GLOBIS describes itself as an organization that leverages people, capital, and knowledge to drive positive social change. Founded by Yoshito Hori, it has built MBA programs in Japanese and English, provided billions of yen in venture capital funding, convened global leaders to advance social impact, and supported communities affected by natural disasters. The venture capital activity is one part of a broader group that spans education and social initiatives.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 27, 2026.
Team · 23 people
from the firm's website
President and CEO of GLOBIS Europe BV and Managing Director of GLOBIS Corporation.
Managing Director of GLOBIS Corporate Education and a board member of GLOBIS China.
Managing Director of the Faculty Group Office and Deputy Dean of the Graduate School of Management (Japanese) at GLOBIS University.
Dean and Secretary General of the Graduate School of Management (English) at GLOBIS University, Managing Director of GLOBIS Management School, and a board member of GLOBIS China.
Dean of the Graduate School of Management (Japanese), Executive Trustee of the Educational Corporation of GLOBIS University, and Managing Director of GLOBIS Management School.
Deputy Dean of the Graduate School of Management at GLOBIS University and a Director of GLOBIS Corporation.
What they invest in
from 5 of 6 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×2Consumer ×2Marketplaces ×2SaaS ×2AgTech ×1Biotech ×1Circular Economy ×1Cloud Computing ×1
HQs:Japan×5
Investments · 6 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2021 · 12020 · 12 dated
Morus Inc. is a Japanese company established in April 2021 and led by CEO Ryo Sato.
AgTechBiotechFoodTechSector AgnosticWellness & Fitness
Kunihiro Shiomi(Co-founder (Professor, Shinshu University))Ryo Sato(CEO)in
Co-investorsDG Daiwa VenturesANRIHachijuni CapitalMizuho CapitalSamurai IncubateSMBC Venture Capital+2 more
AI Security Lab is a Japanese information security company that provides security research and consulting along with AeyeScan, a cloud-based SaaS platform for web application vulnerability scanning.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingCybersecuritySaaS
Ayumi Aoki(代表取締役社長 (President & CEO))Masato Anzai(取締役副社長 (Vice President))Toshiharu Sugiyama(取締役 (Director))Akane Tsunoda(取締役 (Director))Ken Asai(執行役員/CTO)inTeppei Sekine(執行役員 (Executive Officer))
Co-investorsG-STARTUPGlobis Capital PartnersANRISalesforce Ventures
Minma (Minna no Market) operates Kurashi no Market, an online marketplace where consumers compare and book home-related services such as air conditioner cleaning, house cleaning, junk removal, and home repair or renovation based on reviews and pricing.
ConsumerMarketplacesPropTechTokyo, JP
Yusuke Hamano(CEO)in
Co-investorsGlobis Capital PartnersSony Ventures CorporationJapan FinanceNissay Capital
Yappli is a Japanese company describing itself as a "digital experience company" that uses technology to make digital tools easier to use and improve everyday life.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareMarketing TechSaaSTokyo, JP
庵原保文(代表取締役社長 (President & CEO))Yasubumi Ihara(Founder)inMasafumi Sano(Founder)Masumi Kuroda(Founder)
Co-investorsGlobis Capital PartnersSMBC Venture CapitalZ Venture CapitalItochu Technology VenturesSalesforce Ventures
Mercari is a marketplace platform that enables users to buy and sell used and secondhand items, offering a wide selection of products across various categories.
Circular EconomyConsumerMarketplacesTokyo, JP
Tommy Tomishima(Founder)inRyo Ishizuka(Founder)in
Co-investorsGlobal BrainGlobis Capital PartnersGMO VenturePartnersJapan Post Capital Co. Ltd.Sumitomo Mitsui Trust nvestment Co. Ltd.World Innovation Lab (WiL)+3 more
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Globis made?
- Globis has 6 tracked investments, 2 of which have exited.
- What sectors does Globis focus on?
- Globis focuses on EdTech, Impact & Social Good.
- Where is Globis located?
- Globis is headquartered in Tokyo, JP.
- Does Globis lead rounds?
- Yes, Globis leads investment rounds.
- Who does Globis co-invest with?
- Globis most often shares deals with Globis Capital Partners, Global Brain, GMO VenturePartners, among 8 tracked co-investors.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamThomson Reuters Interview with Yoshito Hori - GLOBIS Insights
Yoshito Hori · globisinsights.com
Globis Capital Partners' Yoshito Hori
AVCJTelevision · Yoshito Hori
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