Monozukuri Ventures
Venture capitalKyoto · Seed–Late Stage
Investment thesis
Monozukuri Ventures believes entrepreneurs can rapidly solve global challenges through quick action and creative problem-solving. The firm supports founders by providing investment, mentorship, prototyping expertise, and manufacturing knowledge to help them deliver high-quality products regardless of production volume. The firm values diversity, respects entrepreneurial problem-solving abilities, and operates as an ecosystem contributor centered on empowering talented founders to build tangible solutions that create positive change.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
What they invest in
from 5 of 79 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×2Hardware ×2Cleantech ×1Cloud Computing ×1Deep Tech ×1Defense Tech ×1Energy ×1Enterprise Software ×1
HQs:Japan×2United States×2
Investments · showing 60 of 79
founders shown can be your intro pathProvides space cameras for satellites and develops technology for satellite image analysis using deep learning.
Develops high-accuracy indoor positioning systems for real-time 3D location tracking in factories and collision prevention.
Music streaming service enabling creators to broadcast studio-quality live audio with content that disappears after 24 hours.
Brelyon develops headset-free virtual displays using optical and computational techniques to create 3D depth and panoramic imagery for gaming, entertainment, and enterprise applications. The technology delivers a cinema-like experience in a standard monitor form factor.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechHardwareSan Mateo, US
Produces and supplies metal nano-ink for conductive applications enabling low-cost, high-speed production of wiring boards and electronics.
Develops home-use atmospheric pressure plasma facial skincare device for reducing blemishes and improving skin regeneration.
Develops engaging learning robots including Cozmo coding robot and Vector AI companion robot for educational purposes.
Develops IoT devices based on long-range, power-saving LoRa technology for industrial and smart city applications.
Develops next-generation perovskite solar cells that are thin, lightweight, flexible, and maintain efficiency under cloudy or indoor conditions.
Develops cutting-edge electroadhesive actuators for robots using Carnegie Mellon technology to reduce weight, size, and cost.
Provides solution automating stroke severity assessment in ambulances using AI and brainwave measurement for hospital triage.
Healthcare startup addressing nicotine dependence using a device that controls nicotine dosage via smartphone app for gradual reduction.
Sharing economy startup providing mobile battery rental service for spectators at entertainment venues.
Develops Active VR virtual training materials for industrial and medical fields where users engage physically in virtual environments.
Develops solar-powered devices with cameras and sensors to monitor crops and environmental conditions for smart agriculture.
Develops centralized AI-driven control system shifting robotic intelligence to infrastructure-side sensors for scalable automation.
Develops semiconductor processes and devices using 2D materials to achieve leading-edge transistor architectures.
Designs and manufactures semiconductors for cryptocurrency mining and AI inference with superior power efficiency.
Develops connected teapot enabling automatic brewing via smartphone with personalized brewing based on physical condition and mood.
Develops soft floor using mechanical metamaterial design to reduce bone fracture risk in elderly from falls.
Develops wireless fetal monitoring system based on University of Tokyo technology enabling remote prenatal care.
Builds augmented reality hardware and software platform for industrial use, providing affordable and rapidly deployable AR solutions.
Leverages semiconductor technology to accelerate genome analysis using proprietary ASIC for faster, lower-cost processing.
Develops wooden touch panel interface device and UI/UX platform for natural, unobtrusive technology integration.
Provides ball-shaped pet toy with camera, mic, and speaker enabling remote monitoring and interaction with pets.
Portable cleaning device using special solvent for quick steam cleaning of clothing in apartment buildings and hotels.
Develops training device providing 3D resistance with real-time motion monitoring for sports and rehabilitation applications.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Monozukuri Ventures invest at?
- Monozukuri Ventures invests at the Seed, Late Stage stages.
- What sectors does Monozukuri Ventures focus on?
- Monozukuri Ventures focuses on Deep Tech, Hardware, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Monozukuri Ventures located?
- Monozukuri Ventures is headquartered in Kyoto, JP.
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