Samurai Incubate
AcceleratorTokyo · Pre-Seed–Series A · 1 people tracked
Also known as 株式会社サムライインキュベート
Investment thesis
Samurai Incubate supports entrepreneurs who take on the challenge of changing the world, operating under a philosophy of acting rather than debating what is possible. The firm invests early in startups across a range of sectors, including AI-driven real estate and construction agents, real-time remote work-support platforms, and next-generation entertainment content studios. It runs regional startup ecosystem programs in Japan (such as the Hokuriku and Kansai Startup Runway initiatives) and maintains an investment focus in Africa, backing founders through funding and hands-on incubation support.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 1 people
from the firm's websiteWhat they invest in
from 16 of 61 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×7SaaS ×4B2B Marketplaces ×3Digital Health ×3Medical Devices ×3PropTech ×3Enterprise Software ×2Logistics & Supply Chain ×2
HQs:Japan×13United States×2Kenya×1
Portfolio companies · 61 tracked
alumni founders can tell you what the program is really likeAir mobility matching platform and luxury travel booking portal combining transportation, accommodation and experiences
DELIPICKS runs an online store selling frozen foods from producers across Japan, letting shoppers filter products by nutrients and ingredients with next-day delivery.
B2B MarketplacesDirect to ConsumerE-commerceFoodTechYokohama, JP
Genki Nakamura(Chef)Harumi Moroishi(代表取締役CEO (Representative Director & CEO))Yohei Suga(執行役員 (Executive Officer))
Hexa deploys AI agents that automate repetitive business processes for industrial distributors and manufacturers, handling sales quoting, procurement, invoicing, and customer service by reading documents and acting within existing ERP systems.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSSan Francisco, US
Ishaan Makkar(Founder/CEO)inAuri Nayak(Founder)inMann Patira(Founder/CTO)in
Text-based communication app enabling voice-free messaging with telephone-like experience
Remote work platform enabling telecommuting for those unable to work remotely
Leta is an AI-driven logistics platform for African businesses that optimizes delivery routes, provides real-time tracking, and integrates payments to reduce transportation costs and climate impact.
AI & Machine LearningClimate TechLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSNairobi, KE
Nick Joshi(Founder & CEO)Kip Maritim(Head of Product and Engineering)Anthony Ketter(Head of Growth)Diana(Chief Financial Officer)
Career platform connecting ambitious candidates with employment opportunities
NEWLOCAL is a real estate development and town-making company that focuses on creating sustainable regional models in Japan's depopulating communities by attracting talent, ideas, and capital to revitalize local areas.
Impact & Social GoodPropTechTokyo, JP
AI solutions for construction and real estate including generative AI visualization and automated walkthrough video generation
Next-generation entertainment studio creating branded entertainment content and Japanese IP × Roblox games
SANU 2nd Home operates a fractional ownership platform for second homes in Japan, allowing individuals and companies to purchase seasonal usage rights (from 8 nights annually) across a network of 36 properties nationwide.
B2B MarketplacesPropTech
Project management tool with generative AI problem-solving capabilities
Sotas offers software for the chemical industry, including tools that automate chemical regulatory compliance (SDS creation, applicability determination, chemSHERPA support), a materials database of over 30,000 entries for material selection and alternative sourcing, and ChemMart for chemical trading.
Advanced ManufacturingNew MaterialsSaaS
Entertainment content studio connecting Japanese brands and IP with next-generation gaming platforms like Roblox.
SolvifAI is a SaaS platform that uses AI to automate deliverable generation and project management for system development and IT/DX projects.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaSTokyo, JP
Micro-influencer and user-generated short-form video marketing support platform
Global investment fund focused on environmental and early-stage companies
Smart city platform using data integration framework to build and replicate urban OS solutions
Medical device automating bacterial testing and AI-driven diagnosis for appropriate antibiotic prescription
Order and production management system for the chemical industry with environmental sustainability focus
Transparent solar panel and thermal control technology using nanoparticles
AI analysis and performance enhancement services for sports
Route optimization service for logistics companies
Murder mystery service platform
Social e-commerce platform enabling group purchasing
AI-powered service responding to user-submitted prompts or photos
Cell manufacturing contract development services supporting regenerative medicine facilities
Second home and vacation property subscription service
Drama streaming service targeting Generation Z with 3-minute episode format
Drone show planning and operation services with the mission to bring wonder to the night sky
Area revitalization and urban development through architecture, real estate planning and management
Carbon-negative modular data center development with DAC equipment and computing resource sales
Co-creation M&A platform for e-commerce brands with growth and digital transformation support
Medical device software for automated electrocardiogram analysis
Electric aircraft development and manufacturing
Microscopy observation equipment and related technology development and sales
Gaudi Clinical develops KiOSK, a compact cell culture device that enables regenerative medicine procedures to be performed at clinical sites rather than centralized facilities.
BiotechDigital HealthMedical DevicesTokyo, JP
Mign provides AI agents that automate building design review and compliance checking for architects and developers.
AI & Machine LearningConstruction TechPropTech
NineEdge develops ForceSense, a video analysis and data measurement service that makes sports technology accessible to amateur athletes and coaches through smartphone-based motion analysis.
AI & Machine LearningSports TechTokyo, JP
Kazuya Watanabe(CEO)
OPTMASS develops transparent solar cells and infrared light-harvesting technology for buildings to generate and distribute electricity on-site.
CleantechEnergyNew MaterialsUji, JP
Masanori Sakamoto(Representative Director / CEO)
Oz1.life builds a distributed data-sharing platform for connecting individuals, businesses, and local government, with an identity wallet system and smart city services integration to address social challenges in Japan.
Cloud ComputingData & InfrastructureGovTechJapan, JP
Cardio Intelligence develops AI-powered medical devices to support cardiology diagnosis and care, particularly in settings with cardiologist shortages.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthMedical DevicesTokyo, JP
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Samurai Incubate invest at?
- Samurai Incubate invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does Samurai Incubate focus on?
- Samurai Incubate focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Construction Tech, Future of Work, Gaming, Media & Entertainment, PropTech, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Samurai Incubate located?
- Samurai Incubate is headquartered in Tokyo, JP.
- Does Samurai Incubate lead rounds?
- Samurai Incubate typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
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