Fundraising FoxMitsui Sumitomo Insurance Capital
Corporate VCTokyo · Pre-Seed–Growth · 1 people tracked
Also known as 三井住友海上キャピタル株式会社
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Investment thesis
As the venture capital arm of the MS&AD Insurance Group, the firm invests in startup companies with the aim of creating a prosperous future together with the businesses it backs. Celebrating its 35th anniversary, it positions itself as a best partner for the growth and development of companies that keep taking on challenges. The firm publishes its investment policy and targets, an evaluation and review process, introductions to its capitalists, and a track record of IPOs, and provides post-investment support alongside events and interviews for portfolio founders.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 26, 2026.
Team · 1 people
from public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 22 of 25 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×9Healthtech ×7Medical Devices ×5Consumer ×4Deep Tech ×4Enterprise Software ×4Hardware ×4SaaS ×4
HQs:Japan×16United States×3India×1
Investments · 25 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2026 · 32024 · 22022 · 12021 · 17 dated
APTO provides AI training data services, including data annotation (harBest Annotation) and expert-labeled datasets across formats such as 3D/LiDAR, text, audio, video, and images.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureTokyo, JP
Ryo Takashina(代表取締役 (Representative Director / CEO))in
Co-investorsANOBAKACanal VenturesGREE Ventures
FUNDiT acquires and operates small to mid-sized IT businesses using AI and big data analysis for M&A targeting and operational improvement.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareShinagawa, JP
Co-investorsShizuoka CapitalDual Bridge CapitalJapan Post Insurance NEXT PartnersMitsubishi UFJ CapitalNANKAI NEXT VenturesUNITED+2 more
Global Vascular develops medical devices based on its BioDiamond Technology, including antithrombotic diamond (F-DLC) coatings, drug-eluting stents, and catheters for vascular and interventional treatments.
Deep TechHealthtechMedical DevicesNew MaterialsTokyo, JP
Kenta Bito(Founder & CEO)inShunto Maegawa(Founder & CTO)inEmi Matsuoka(COO)in
BoardTerumitsu Hasebe(Director)
Co-investorsFast Track InitiativeTokyo University of Science Innovation CapitalMitsubishi UFJ CapitalSumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank
Ookuma Diamond Device develops diamond semiconductor technology, aiming to apply diamond-based devices across various fields.
Deep TechHardwareSemiconductorsSapporo, JP
星川 尚久(代表者 (Representative))
Co-investorsaSTARTCoral CapitalGlobis Capital PartnersFFG Venture Business PartnersHokuhoku CapitalSMBC Venture Capital+1 more
Kyash is a Japanese mobile payment app that lets users load funds into their balance from bank accounts, credit or debit cards, Pay-easy, and dedicated deposit accounts, with no deposit fees and options for scheduled or automatic top-ups.
ConsumerFintechTokyo, JP
Shinichi Takatori(Founder)in
Co-investorsAltos VenturesBlock IncGoodwater CapitalGreyhound CapitalJAFCO GroupMizuho Capital+9 more
Smart119 develops ICT-based technology aimed at solving problems in medical and emergency care settings to help treat more patients.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthEnterprise SoftwareHealthtechMedical DevicesKagoshima, JP
中田 孝明(代表取締役)菊永 満(代表取締役社長)
Co-investorsNissay CapitalPKSHA Technology CapitalSony Ventures Corporation
MiraiSpeaker develops audio hardware products and assistive hearing technology for aging populations, enabling seniors to experience enriched lives through technology.
ConsumerHardwareHealthtechLongevityWellness & FitnessTokyo, JP
山地 浩
Co-investorsJapan Post Capital Co. Ltd.TOPPAN Holdings
Mirai Speaker (株式会社ミライスピーカー) plans, develops, manufactures, and sells age-tech audio products such as the "Mirai Speaker" and "Mirai Speaker Ear," aimed at making longer lifespans more comfortable through technology.
ConsumerHardwareHealthtechLongevityTokyo, JP
Hiroshi Yamaji(代表取締役社長/CEO)
Co-investorsJapan Post Capital Co. Ltd.TOPPAN HoldingsIyogin Capital
ArkEdge Space designs, builds, and operates microsatellites and satellite constellations, and provides related components, software, and satellite ground station operation services.
Deep TechHardwareSpace TechTokyo, JP
Takayoshi Fukuyo(代表取締役CEO)inRyohei Takahashi(取締役Co-CTO)inKanta Yanagida(取締役Co-CTO)inSeigo Morita(執行役員CFO)Tomoaki Yasuda(執行役員CSO)inKota Kakihara(執行役員Co-CTO)in
Co-investorsHulic StartupJIC Venture Growth InvestmentsShizuoka CapitalUntroD CapitalIncubate FundWiL+1 more
AssetHub is an AI-powered 3D character creation platform that converts concept images into modular, editable 3D assets with automatically named and separated components.
AI & Machine LearningCreator EconomyGamingSan Francisco, US
Takuya Goto(Founder)in
Co-investorsBrincProgressionTechstarsArchetype VenturesBeyond Next VenturesCRCM Ventures
BETA, Inc. operates an HR video platform along with video production, streaming, and video media services, providing DX solutions for the B2B services market.
Data & InfrastructureHR TechMarketing TechMedia & EntertainmentSaaSTokyo, JP
長沼 健一(代表取締役 (Representative Director / CEO))高井 辰憲(取締役CFO (Director & CFO))
Co-investorsKUSABI
CoreTissue BioEngineering develops a tissue-regenerating ligament implant for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, using a proprietary decellularization technology to regenerate damaged tissue.
BiotechHealthtechMedical Devices
digdig Inc. (formerly FUNEE Inc.) develops and operates fashion services, with a stated aim of building infrastructure to make fashion sustainable.
Circular EconomyConsumerE-commerceTokyo, JP
Seungjun Yang(Representative Director)
Co-investorsSpiral CapitalSpiral Innovation PartnersGenesia Ventures
dodoAI develops a "Sovereign Agentic OS" that lets enterprises autonomously orchestrate multiple AI agents to automate complex business processes while keeping governance, access control, and data under company control.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Hitoshi Murakami(CEO)
Co-investorsMitsubishi UFJ CapitalGenesia Ventures
Mento operates a multi-currency stablecoin platform that brings world currencies onchain, offering decentralized stablecoins pegged to major and emerging market currencies (from USD, EUR, and JPY to the Kenyan Shilling and Nigerian Naira).
Crypto & Web3Fintech
Co-investorsFlori Ventures
Newtrace develops and manufactures advanced electrodes and stack technology for alkaline hydrogen electrolysers, including a coated cathode that reduces specific energy consumption to lower the cost of green hydrogen production.
CleantechClimate TechEnergyBengaluru, IN
Rochan Sinha(Founder)inPrasanta Sarkar(Founder)in
Co-investorsAavishkaar Venture Management Services Private LimitedAxilor VenturesPeak XV PartnersSpeciale InvestBlume Ventures
Co-investorsX-HUB TOKYO Global Startup Accelerator
Japanese company that received follow-on investment from the firm.
Co-investorsMizuho Capital
PAPAMO operates an online movement therapy classroom for children with developmental concerns and provides program support services for therapeutic facilities.
EdTechHealthtechTokyo, JP
Sakiko Hashimoto(Representative Director)
Co-investorsFunds StartupsGlobal BrainW Inc.W ventures
SigmaMind AI provides a Voice AI platform for developers and enterprise teams to build and deploy AI agents that can execute actions across voice, chat, and email channels.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaSSan Francisco, US
Ashish Agarwal(Founder)inPratik Mundra(Founder)in
Co-investorsY CombinatorAmino CapitalGMO VenturePartnersGoodwater CapitalKube VCSoma Capital+1 more
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Smart Craft is a cloud-based manufacturing execution system that digitizes factory operations from production planning through data collection and analysis.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningCloud Computing
Co-investorsANOBAKAGenesia VenturesMitsubishi UFJ CapitalOmron Ventures
Airato is a Japanese medical device startup developing AI-powered software for radiation therapy planning and delivery.
AI & Machine LearningHealthtechMedical DevicesTokyo, JP
木村 祐利角谷 倫之海老名 亮
Co-investorsGxPartnersmint VCSMBC Venture Capital
ThinkCyte develops diagnostic devices and cellular analysis platforms using imaging flow cytometry and microfluidics technology.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechMedical DevicesRedwood City, US
Waichiro(Co-founder & CEO)Sadao(Co-founder & CSO)Issei(Co-founder & Senior Scientific Advisor)Ryoichi(Co-founder)
Co-investorsBerkeley SkyDeck FundGlobal BrainOSAKA University Venture CapitalUntroD Capital
BALLAS designs, develops, manufactures, and sells construction materials.
Advanced ManufacturingB2B MarketplacesConstruction TechSaaSTokyo, JP
Co-investorsANOBAKAGlobal Brainmint VCAozora Corporate InvestmentDaiwa House VenturesKyoto Capital Partners+4 more
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Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
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Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesSmart Craft · thesaasnews.com · Jul 3, 2026
株式会社BALLAS · thesaasnews.com · Apr 23, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Capital made?
- Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Capital has 25 tracked investments, including 4 dated in the last 24 months.
- What stage does Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Capital invest at?
- Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What sectors does Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Capital focus on?
- Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Capital focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, Biotech, Consumer, Enterprise Software, Fintech, Healthtech, Media & Entertainment, Mobility & Transportation, New Materials, PropTech, SaaS, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Capital located?
- Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Capital is headquartered in Tokyo, JP.
- Who does Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Capital co-invest with?
- Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Capital most often shares deals with Global Brain, Aavishkaar Venture Management Services Private Limited, Coral Capital, among 21 tracked co-investors.
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