IDATEN Ventures
Venture capitalTokyo · Seed–Series B · 2 people tracked
Investment thesis
IDATEN Ventures focuses on startups developing technologies and services that support the manufacturing, construction, and logistics industries. Believing that as IT has transformed the world, the physical domains of making things (monozukuri) and moving things (monohakobi) must also evolve, the firm backs deep-tech and hardware-oriented companies that reshape these real-world industries. Named after Idaten (a swift-footed deity), the firm's philosophy is to run tirelessly to gather and deliver management resources for entrepreneurs, contributing to society. It works closely with founders at seed and early stages, offering hands-on support grounded in scientific, technical, and financial expertise.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 2 people
from public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 1 of 5 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×1Cloud Computing ×1Data & Infrastructure ×1Logistics & Supply Chain ×1SaaS ×1
HQs:Japan×1
Investments · 5 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathDeveloping hybrid engines combining automotive engines and small generators for the emerging drone-airspace market.
PartnerKenta Adachi· solo GP
Creates actionable manufacturing insights using 3D scanning and proprietary algorithms for accurate inspection.
PartnerKenta Adachi· solo GP
Developer of heavy-lift VTOL regional cargo-carrier UAVs for air cargo, disaster relief and humanitarian aid.
PartnerKenta Adachi· solo GP
Revives unused technologies and resources into nature-inspired consumer products under an 'open value chain' concept.
PartnerKenta Adachi· solo GP
MOVO is a SaaS-based logistics digitization platform that provides cloud-based transportation management solutions for freight and delivery operations.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingData & InfrastructureLogistics & Supply ChainSaaS
PartnerKenta Adachi· solo GP
Co-investorsJapan Post Capital Co. Ltd.Sony Ventures CorporationZ Venture Capital
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has IDATEN Ventures made?
- IDATEN Ventures has 5 tracked investments.
- What stage does IDATEN Ventures invest at?
- IDATEN Ventures invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What sectors does IDATEN Ventures focus on?
- IDATEN Ventures focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Construction Tech, Crypto & Web3, Deep Tech, Energy, Enterprise Software, FoodTech, Hardware, IoT, Logistics & Supply Chain, New Materials, PropTech, Retail Tech, Robotics, SaaS, Semiconductors, Space Tech.
- Where is IDATEN Ventures located?
- IDATEN Ventures is headquartered in Tokyo, JP.
- Who does IDATEN Ventures co-invest with?
- IDATEN Ventures most often shares deals with Japan Post Capital Co. Ltd., Sony Ventures Corporation, Z Venture Capital, among 3 tracked co-investors.
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