Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital
Corporate VCTokyo · Pre-Seed–Growth
Also known as 東京理科大学イノベーション・キャピタル株式会社
Investment thesis
The firm invests in and supports companies that advance technology and introduce new services to genuinely enrich people's lives and contribute to society's sound development. Grounded in Tokyo University of Science's founding spirit of spreading the sciences as a foundation for national progress, and its research philosophy of creating science and technology for the harmonious development of nature, people, and society, the firm aims to help realize social innovation and contribute to the harmonious, lasting prosperity of Japan and the world.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
What they invest in
from 20 of 23 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×6Deep Tech ×6Enterprise Software ×4Space Tech ×4B2B Marketplaces ×3Fintech ×3Media & Entertainment ×3SaaS ×3
HQs:Japan×20
Who they back
founder profiles across 10 portfolio companiesFounding team size:solo founder×62 founders×4
Investments · 23 tracked
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BEAM Technologies develops semiconductor manufacturing platforms that leverage microgravity in space to produce high-quality compound semiconductors for AI data centers, next-generation communications, and power conversion applications.
Deep TechSemiconductorsSpace TechTokyo, JP
Kazuki Iimura(CEO & Founder)Yūji Itokazu(Director, CTO & CRO)Kyōichi Kinoshita(Director of Technology)
Co-investorsDG Daiwa Ventures
Effectual Inc. is a Japanese startup providing services that protect companies' online reputation and trust, including online reputation management, social media crisis monitoring, ad review outsourcing, and MEO (map/local SEO) for store customer acquisition.
CybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareMarketing TechSaaSTokyo, JP
田中 倫明(代表取締役 (Representative Director))
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)Emi Matsuoka(COO)
BoardTerumitsu Hasebe(Director)
Co-investorsFast Track InitiativeMitsubishi UFJ CapitalMitsui Sumitomo Insurance CapitalSumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank
Cellspect develops next-generation clinical diagnostic reagents and in-vitro diagnostic products based on deep-tech, covering diagnostic technologies from biomarker discovery to treatment monitoring.
BiotechDeep TechDigital HealthHealthtechMedical DevicesMorioka, JP
Takuya Iwabuchi(代表取締役兼CEO (Representative Director & CEO))Wataru Hojo(Executive Officer & CTO)
Co-investorsIwagin Business Creation CapitalMitsubishi UFJ Capital
Brave group is a Japanese holding company operating in the VTuber and IP entertainment space, structured around IP Production, IP Platform, and IP Solution businesses.
ConsumerCreator EconomyGamingMedia & EntertainmentTokyo, JP
野口 圭登 (Keito Noguchi)(代表取締役CEO (Representative Director & CEO))野口 圭登(代表取締役CEO)
Co-investorsGlobal BrainShochiku VenturesSumitomo Mitsui Trust nvestment Co. Ltd.Cool Japan FundKirin HoldingsSMBC Nikko Securities+2 more
Global Mobility Service provides financial-access mobility services for people who cannot use traditional loans or leases, using an IoT-based platform to enable vehicle financing and create employment opportunities.
AI & Machine LearningFintechIoTMobility & Transportation
中島 徳至(代表取締役社長 CEO)
Co-investorsGlobis Capital Partners
GMO Cybersecurity by Ierae is a Japanese security vendor offering vulnerability assessments and penetration testing by white-hat hackers, plus AI security testing, incident response support, security consulting, and SOC/managed defense services.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurity
Co-investorsGMO InternetOita Venture CapitalZ Venture Capital
Gojo & Company is a Japan-based financial inclusion group that invests in and operates microfinance institutions, banks, and fintech companies across Asia and Africa to expand access to financial services for underserved clients.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechImpact & Social GoodSaaSTokyo, JP
Taejun Shin(Co-founder, Managing Partner & CEO)Sanjay Gandhi(Co-founder & CIO)Arnaud Ventura(Managing Partner)Kohei Katada(Managing Partner / CFO)Gurol Michael Sari(Chief Operating Officer)Takao Takahashi(Chief People & Inclusion Officer)
Co-investors15th RockBeyond Next VenturesDIMENSIONFujitsu VenturesGlobis Capital PartnersGMO VenturePartners+3 more
Axelspace manufactures microsatellites using onsite cleanroom facilities and develops commercial applications for satellite technology.
Deep TechHardwareSpace TechTokyo, JP
NAKAMURA Yuya(President and CEO)Yuya Nakamura(Founder)in
Co-investorsGlobal BrainSeibu Shinkin CapitalSumitomo Mitsui Trust nvestment Co. Ltd.UntroD CapitalUTokyo Innovation Platform Co. Ltd.
Co-investorsHike Ventures
Chot Inc. offers access to a network of software development professionals—primarily frontend, backend, mobile, and infrastructure engineers—who can be matched to client projects via an AI-based recommendation feature.
AI & Machine LearningB2B MarketplacesDeveloper ToolsFuture of WorkSaaSTokyo, JP
小島 芳樹(代表取締役社長 (President & CEO))
Co-investorsMIRAISE
NetAsia Inc. operates "PR FORCE," a digital PR service offering press release distribution, research-based PR, and market research using online research panels.
AdTechMarketing TechMedia & EntertainmentTokyo, JP
Shinichiro Misei(代表取締役 (Representative Director))
Linkties Holdings is a Japanese company whose stated purpose is to find and connect valuable people, goods, activities, and information to create a fulfilling society.
B2B MarketplacesEnterprise SoftwareMedia & EntertainmentSector AgnosticTokyo, JP
Makoto Takano(Chairman & Founder)Yutaro Tsunoda(President & Representative Director)Kento Ueno(Director & CRO (Publisher, Forbes JAPAN))Koji Ota(Executive Officer & CFO)
BEAM Technologies develops a semiconductor manufacturing platform leveraging microgravity in space to produce high-quality compound semiconductors for AI data centers, next-generation communications, and decarbonization applications.
Deep TechSemiconductorsSpace TechTokyo, JP
飯村 一樹(代表取締役CEO)糸数 雄吏(取締役 CTO & CRO)木下 恭一(技術統括ディレクター)
Co-investorsDG Daiwa Ventures
SPACE WALKER is a Japanese aerospace company developing reusable winged rockets and related space transportation technology.
CleantechDeep TechHardwareSpace TechTokyo, JP
Koichi Yonemoto(Co-founder & CTO (retired 2025))Kazuya Masuda(代表取締役CEO (President & CEO))
SUSTEN's "Auto Investment Plus" is an automated investment (robo-advisory) service for taxable accounts in Japan, using quantitative and machine-learning strategies across global stocks, bonds, currencies, commodities and other assets.
AI & Machine LearningFintechTokyo, JP
岡野 大(代表取締役 最高経営責任者(CEO))山口 雅史(代表取締役 最高投資責任者(CIO))
Co-investorsNOW Japan
Wisdom Academy operates after-school care facilities for children ages 3 to elementary school in the greater Tokyo area, combining supervised childcare with diverse learning activities including STEAM, English immersion, programming, and extracurricular classes.
ConsumerEdTechTokyo, JP
Shuuumatu Worker is a marketplace connecting freelance professionals with side-gig opportunities, primarily offering remote work projects for engineers, designers, and marketers seeking to earn ¥80,000–¥140,000 monthly with 5–10 hours of weekly commitment.
B2B MarketplacesFuture of Work
Co-investorsEnergy & Environment Investment
Highreso (株式会社ハイレゴ) operates GPU-dedicated data centers and provides computing infrastructure services in Japan.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingData & Infrastructure
志倉 喜幸(代表取締役 (Representative Director / CEO))
Co-investorsGIPMitsubishi HC CapitalNOW Japan
Future Standard offers a video analytics platform paired with AI, supporting a wide range of cameras (IP cameras, NVRs, USB cameras, smartphones) and both edge and cloud analysis.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareIoT
Co-investorsZ Venture Capital
A design collective that spans digital and physical mediums to develop creative solutions for clients.
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesFrequently asked questions
- How many investments has Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital made?
- Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital has 22 tracked investments.
- What stage does Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital invest at?
- Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What sectors does Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital focus on?
- Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital focuses on Biotech, Deep Tech, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital located?
- Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital is headquartered in Tokyo, JP.
- Who does Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital co-invest with?
- Tokyo University of Science Innovation Capital most often shares deals with NOW Japan, Global Brain, Globis Capital Partners, among 21 tracked co-investors.
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