MIRAI SOUZOU
Venture capitalTokyo · Pre-Seed–Growth
Also known as 株式会社みらい創造インベストメンツ
Investment thesis
The firm focuses on research-and-development-driven startups, with an emphasis on ventures affiliated with the Institute of Science Tokyo (Tokyo Science University). It supports the social implementation of technology across the full lifecycle — from the research stage through post-incorporation fundraising and hands-on support — positioning itself as a partner in 'creating the future.'
Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.
What they invest in
from 29 of 51 portfolio companiesDeep Tech ×11AI & Machine Learning ×10Biotech ×6Advanced Manufacturing ×4Hardware ×4Healthtech ×4Medical Devices ×4Robotics ×4
HQs:Japan×24
Investments · 51 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAdvanced Float develops offshore floating nuclear power (OFNP) technology that combines an operating light water reactor with a large floating platform based on offshore oil rig engineering.
Takafumi Anegawa(Project Leader (OFNP))
AMS develops next-generation nuclear medicine technologies for Japan's market, including PET diagnostics and radiotherapeutics for precision oncology, alongside a proprietary bedside filtration system for safe radioactive waste management in hospitals.
BiotechHealthtechMedical Devices
ASEM Technology develops a non-invasive measurement platform based on the ASEM method (acousto-electromagnetic method), which uses ultrasound to detect electric and magnetic polarization inside materials and visualize qualitative degradation or alteration.
Deep TechHealthtechMedical Devices
Crafton Biotechnology is a biotechnology company developing mRNA medicines based on its own RNA manufacturing, delivery, and synthesis technologies, with a focus on high-purity mRNA and clinical translation.
BiotechDeep Tech
researcHR is a Microsoft Teams app from KBE that collects and organizes internal knowledge and expertise, using AI to auto-tag members' skills, match the right people to questions, generate manuals and FAQs, and visualize employee engagement.
AI & Machine LearningHR TechSaaS
KIYO Learning develops technology-based online learning services aimed at making study easier, clearer, and more sustainable for individuals and organizations.
EdTechHR TechSaaS
綾部 貴淑(代表 (CEO))
Rapyuta Robotics develops autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) for warehouse and logistics operations, such as picking and material handling in distribution centers.
AI & Machine LearningLogistics & Supply ChainRobotics
Tsukuruba describes itself as a company built on the mission of "inventing places" (場の発明) to help people realize their own way of life through a platform.
PropTech
Varinos develops and provides genetic testing services applying genome technology, including a uterine microbiome (endometrial flora) test used in fertility and reproductive medicine.
BiotechDigital HealthFemTechMedical DevicesTokyo, JP
桜庭 喜行(Founder & Chairman (former CEO))長井 陽子(Co-founder)齊藤 洋一(代表取締役CEO)平川 秀年(代表取締役社長)Sakuraba(CEO)
Vivola provides data analysis for fertility treatment, operates a clinical information portal, and offers talent recruitment services in Japan.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthFemTechHealthtechTokyo, JP
AIO Core designs and manufactures silicon photonics integrated circuits that enable optical connectivity for high-performance computing, 5G infrastructure, and industrial equipment operating in extreme temperature ranges.
Cloud ComputingDeep TechHardwareSemiconductorsTokyo, JP
Hidetaka Fukuda(CEO)Kazuhiko Kurata(CTO)Shuichi Tahara(CFO)
EneCoat Technologies develops and manufactures perovskite solar cells (PSCs) and related materials.
CleantechEnergyNew MaterialsKyoto, JP
加藤尚哉 (Naoya Kato)(Representative Director / Executive Officer / CEO)堀内保 (Tamotsu Horiuchi)(Director / Executive Officer / CTO)
Mirai Relations is a business development consulting firm whose consultants assess client companies' management challenges and propose tailored approaches and team structures based on the client's budget.
Enterprise SoftwareTokyo, JP
Whomor (フーモア) provides creative production and content development services—centered on game creative assets, manga, licensed illustration, and webtoons—working with a network of over 13,000 internal and external creators.
Creator EconomyGamingMedia & Entertainment
Sells industrial metal and resin 3D printers, filament production machines, and surface treatment equipment, and offers contract manufacturing including reverse engineering, part production, and discontinued-parts fabrication.
Advanced ManufacturingCircular EconomyHardware
Digzyme develops novel enzymes and bioprocesses to order, providing enzyme libraries, sample supply, IP licensing, and support for scale-up, commercialization, and regulatory approvals.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechNew MaterialsTokyo, JP
Naoki Watarai(Co-founder & CEO)Yuya Nakamura(Co-founder & CTO)Takuji Yamada(Co-founder & CSO)Takuo Miyauchi(CSMO)Kazuki Kawabe(CFO)
Eco-Pork builds data-driven technology for the pork production industry, including Porker, a cloud-based pig farming management system, an AI camera for automated weight measurement, and sensors that monitor rearing environments, connected via its Porker Connect in-barn networking service.
AgTechAI & Machine LearningIoT
Biotech
Jij is a startup founded by experts in mathematical optimization and quantum technology, providing software services such as the "JijZept" series that support the process from building mathematical optimization models to implementation.
Deep TechQuantum ComputingSaaS
Luxonus develops photoacoustic (optical ultrasound) 3D imaging devices and services for visualizing blood and lymphatic vessels, building on technology from Japan's Cabinet Office ImPACT program.
Deep TechHealthtechMedical DevicesKawasaki, JP
Sadakazu Aiso(代表取締役 (Representative Director))Liu Bingxian(Director)Taro Terashi(COO)Yoshiharu Takahashi(Executive Officer, Sales & Marketing)Mitsuhiro Akada(Auditor)
BoardOsami Kono(Director)
OptoComb (formerly XTIA) develops and sells optical frequency comb generators and related measurement instruments and applications.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningDeep TechHardwareTokyo, JP
福沢 博志(代表取締役社長 (President & CEO))興梠 元伸(取締役名誉フェロー (Director, Honorary Fellow))今井 一宏(取締役 (Director))細見 孝大(取締役 (Director))柴 謙一(取締役 (Director))
Synspective develops SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite solutions and geospatial data services for government and commercial clients, with applications in disaster management, environmental monitoring, and national security.
Climate TechData & InfrastructureDeep TechGovTechSpace Tech
Dr. Motoyuki Arai(Founder & CEO)
TriOrb develops a sphere-driven omnidirectional mobility platform that uses three spheres and three motors to move freely in any direction, handling tasks such as traversing steps and grooves, millimeter-level positioning, and transporting heavy objects.
Advanced ManufacturingLogistics & Supply ChainRobotics
ARCS Inc. develops AI and robotics automation tools that help research laboratories standardize and streamline their operations.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechRoboticsTokyo, JP
Masayasu Tanase(Representative Director)
O2 is a Japanese consulting firm whose members are mostly former engineers from major manufacturers, providing business and technical support to manufacturing companies.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep Tech
Green Chemical (株式会社グリーンケミカル) is a Japanese deep-tech chemistry startup working in the GX (green transformation) and nanotechnology field.
CleantechDeep TechNew Materials
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does MIRAI SOUZOU invest at?
- MIRAI SOUZOU invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What sectors does MIRAI SOUZOU focus on?
- MIRAI SOUZOU focuses on Biotech, Climate Tech, Deep Tech, Energy, Medical Devices, New Materials, Robotics, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is MIRAI SOUZOU located?
- MIRAI SOUZOU is headquartered in Tokyo, JP.
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