Osaka · Pre-Seed–Growth · 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
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 27, 2026.
Team · 1 people
from the firm's websiteWhat they invest in
from 5 of 57 portfolio companiesSaaS ×3AI & Machine Learning ×1B2B Marketplaces ×1E-commerce ×1Enterprise Software ×1Future of Work ×1HR Tech ×1Impact & Social Good ×1
HQs:Japan×3Germany×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)
LINE is a messaging and voice communication platform that offers free calls and messages to users worldwide.
Social
Co-investorsFivot / Flex CapitalON&BOARD
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-investorsANOBAKAGazelle 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.KUSABI
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
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, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth 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 ANOBAKA, Armada Investment AG, Hiroshima Venture Capital Co. Ltd., among 10 tracked co-investors.
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