Fundraising FoxOsaka · Pre-Seed–Seed · 1 people tracked
Also known as 一般社団法人日本スタートアップ支援協会
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Investment thesis
JSSA was founded to build a startup ecosystem in Japan by having experienced entrepreneurs who have taken companies public mentor the next generation. It aims to increase the number of startups and pass on lessons from failure, helping members achieve exits via IPO or M&A. The association operates a fund with advisors acting as LPs to enable sound capital policy and financing, and connects members with sponsors, advisory firms, and other member companies to build revenue and community. Its stated goal is 100 exits (20 IPOs, 80 M&As) among member companies by 2032, contributing to higher business formation rates, increased tax revenue, and job creation.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 30, 2026.
Team · 1 people
from the firm's websiteWhat they invest in
from 7 of 57 portfolio companiesSaaS ×4B2B Marketplaces ×3Future of Work ×2AI & Machine Learning ×1Consumer ×1Direct to Consumer ×1E-commerce ×1Enterprise Software ×1
HQs:Japan×5Germany×1
Portfolio companies · 57 tracked
alumni founders can tell you what the program is really likeAgreeBit builds AI facilitation and collective-intelligence software, including D-Agree, a platform where an AI facilitator activates and deepens online discussions, automatically structures statements into ideas, issues, and problems, and supports consensus building.
AI & Machine LearningFuture of WorkSaaS
Takayuki Ito(CTO & D-Agree Developer)
Baby Job provides support services for childcare facilities and parents in Japan, including a diaper management system for nurseries, a childcare facility search platform for parents, and a cashless payment system for childcare-related transactions.
B2B MarketplacesFuture of WorkSaaSOsaka, JP
Co-investorsDIMENSIONPayforward
LINE is a messaging and voice communication platform that offers free calls and messages to users worldwide.
Social
Co-investorsFivot / Flex CapitalON&BOARD
Japanese metaverse-education company offering "eスポーツ英会話", online English lessons taught inside esports game worlds.
Takuya Manabe(Founder)in
Co-investorsColopl NextNippon Venture CapitalXTech Ventures
Brista is a fashion rental service in Japan specializing in one-piece dresses and formal wear, available through monthly subscription or short-term rental plans.
B2B MarketplacesConsumerDirect to Consumer
Hanowa is a matching platform that connects dental healthcare workers (such as dental hygienists) seeking flexible work with dental clinics needing staff for specific shifts.
B2B MarketplacesHR Tech
Co-investorsANOBAKAG-STARTUPGazelle Capital
A disaster preparedness supply management service that handles procurement, inventory tracking, expiration monitoring, and storage optimization for corporate clients in Japan.
Enterprise SoftwareImpact & Social GoodSaaS
Co-investorsGxPartnersHiroshima Venture Capital Co. Ltd.KUSABINCB Venture Capital
Jimdo provides digital tools for self-employed people and small business owners, including a website builder, online store, a Legal Text Generator, and Facebook for Business integration.
E-commerceMarketing TechSaaSGermany, DE
Co-investorsArmada Investment AGOpen Network LabSpectrum Equity
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Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Japan startup support Association made?
- Japan startup support Association has 57 tracked investments.
- What stage does Japan startup support Association invest at?
- Japan startup support Association invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Japan startup support Association focus on?
- Japan startup support Association focuses on AdTech, AI & Machine Learning, Cleantech, Cybersecurity, Digital Health, E-commerce, EdTech, Energy, Fintech, FoodTech, Healthtech, HR Tech, IoT, Marketing Tech, Mental Health, Robotics, SaaS, Sector Agnostic, Social, Sports Tech.
- Where is Japan startup support Association located?
- Japan startup support Association is headquartered in Osaka, JP.
- Who does Japan startup support Association co-invest with?
- Japan startup support Association most often shares deals with Open Network Lab, ANOBAKA, Nippon Venture Capital, among 17 tracked co-investors.
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