Yamaha Motor Ventures
Corporate VCIwata · Seed–Series B · 12 people tracked
Investment thesis
Yamaha Motor Ventures targets startups solving significant societal challenges in food sustainability, human health and longevity, and global mobility. As a separate entity from Yamaha Motor Co., the firm combines industry expertise from operators and customers with rapid execution capability. The firm leverages Yamaha's global network across 32+ countries, manufacturing and engineering heritage since the 1950s, and diversified product portfolio spanning motorcycles, robotics, and unmanned aerial vehicles to provide strategic support, design for manufacturing assistance, and market access to portfolio companies.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 12 people
from the firm's websiteSenior mechanical engineer at Yamaha Motor Ventures responsible for providing engineering support to portfolio companies. Previously worked as a body design engineer for scooters and CAE engineer on structural design for motorcycles, race bikes, and other projects at Yamaha Motor. Holds a master's degree in mechanical systems engineering from Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology.
What they invest in
from 11 of 31 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×7Advanced Manufacturing ×6Healthtech ×4Digital Health ×3Robotics ×3Enterprise Software ×2New Materials ×2Circular Economy ×1
HQs:United States×5
Investments · 31 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAmplio builds infrastructure to help manufacturers unlock value from surplus inventory and manage circular manufacturing. The platform analyzes surplus stock, moves inventory, and clears warehouse space for enterprise clients while keeping assets in productive use.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningCircular EconomyEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainAtlanta, US
Taha Zinifi(Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer)inTrey Closson(Co-Founder and CEO)in
Atomic Industries uses artificial intelligence and custom software to design plastic molds for manufacturing, enabling faster production of injection-molded parts for customers.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningRoboticsDetroit, US
Aaron Slodov(Founder)in
C. Light Technologies develops eye-tracking technology for clinical applications, offering objective metrics to assess patient neurological and vision-related conditions. The company's FDA-approved Retitrack device detects fixational eye movements for use in diagnosing neurodegenerative diseases, brain injuries, and sports vision performance.
AI & Machine LearningHealthtechMedical Devices
Dr. Christy Sheehy-Bensinger(Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer)Dr. Joe Xing(Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer)Jacqueline Theis(Chief Medical Officer)
Ejenta builds an agentic AI platform for connected care that delivers intelligent healthcare solutions to patient homes and manages care for members with chronic conditions like heart failure. The company partners with health plans and healthcare organizations to enable remote monitoring and intelligent care delivery.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtechSan Francisco, US
Rachna Dhamija(CEO)
Foundation Alloy engineers custom metal alloys and components using solid-state processing that avoids melting, enabling microstructures and contaminant control that conventional metallurgy cannot achieve. The company delivers finished parts and semi-finished stock to customers requiring superior engineering alloys.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechNew Materials
Goodpath provides a scalable integrative care model that coordinates care across multiple clinical disciplines for employees. The platform combines clinicians from 20+ specialties with health coaches and therapists to address physical, mental, behavioral, and lifestyle health.
Digital HealthEnterprise SoftwareHealthtechWellness & Fitness
Akl Fahed(MD, MPH)Nishant Uppal(MD, MBA)
Machina Labs builds and operates software-defined factories using AI-guided robotics to manufacture complex metal structures and components from digital designs. The company serves automotive, aerospace, defense, and industrial customers seeking rapid fabrication of custom metal parts without traditional tooling constraints.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningRobotics
Phoenix Tailings develops clean technology for rare earth element refining in the United States. The company operates across the full value chain, from mining and recycling to separation and magnet production.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechClimate TechFintechNew MaterialsBoston, US
Nick Myers(CEO & Co-Founder)Thomas Villalón(CTO & Co-Founder)Anthony Balladon(Chief Commercial Officer & Co-Founder)
PursueCare provides virtual treatment for substance use disorders, offering same-day admissions, personalized care plans, and medication delivery to patients' homes. The company serves individuals seeking addiction treatment through telehealth services.
Digital HealthHealthtech
Veniam builds intelligent networking software deployed in telematics devices and connected vehicles, enabling businesses to collect and process data for artificial intelligence applications. The company serves automotive OEMs, autonomous vehicle companies, and fleet operators worldwide.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingIoTMobility & TransportationSaaS
João BarrosRobin Chase(CEO)Roy Russell(CTO)Susana Sargento
Path Robotics develops AI-powered robotic welding systems that adapt in real-time to part variations, serving manufacturers in heavy industry, critical infrastructure, defense, and energy sectors.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningRobotics
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Yamaha Motor Ventures invest at?
- Yamaha Motor Ventures invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What is Yamaha Motor Ventures's typical check size?
- Yamaha Motor Ventures typically writes checks of $1M – $3M.
- What sectors does Yamaha Motor Ventures focus on?
- Yamaha Motor Ventures focuses on Climate Tech, Energy, Fintech, Healthtech, InsurTech, Mobility & Transportation, Robotics.
- Where is Yamaha Motor Ventures located?
- Yamaha Motor Ventures is headquartered in Iwata, JP.
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