We are supporting corporate venture capital and new business creation activities of a metal component processing company. We support various phases of new business from planning to execution through various methods such as collaboration with companies in other industries, venture investment, and M&A. Japan Tech is engaged in this activity with the aim of building a truly practical and organic corporate innovation platform that is not limited to a fund structure.

Black Belt™ is an initiative aimed at decentralizing the venture ecosystem concentrated in Tokyo, fostering regional revitalization by creating industrial clusters across various regions. In collaboration with Innovation Dojo Japan, which connects startups, universities, and government agencies to promote global innovation, Black Belt™ addresses challenges in industrial creation and new business development. By combining Innovation Dojo Japan’s human capital network with Japan Tech’s hands-on investment expertise, this unique project contributes to economic revitalization and the creation of new industries in Japan.

High ceilings and outdoor lighting in factories and warehouses are rapidly being replaced by mercury vapor lamps. However, these lighting areas are highly challenging as they have to cope with recent heat waves, vibrations and shocks caused by giant typhoons, and climate changes such as salt damage. One of our portfolio is a manufacturer that offers innovative power supply technology and high-quality lighting fixture design technology, and provides LED lighting that can meet these challenges. Japan Tech provides them with hands-on support in business planning and management, B2B marketing, and financial planning.

Pancreatic cancer is a very serious disease with a 5-year survival rate of about 10% because it is difficult to detect in its early stages and often difficult to treat once diagnosed. Japan Tech provided hands-on support for this R&D startup. We developed a business plan and product strategy, which led to the establishment of a network with a number of domestic and international investors.

We supported the Japan market entry project of a Silicon Valley-based FinTech startup that provides B2B financial services globally. In addition to analyzing the potential of the Japanese market and formulating entry strategies, we investigated the types of financial licenses required, their acquisition processes, and milestones through collaboration with relevant parties. This project provided key insights into the strategic positioning of the Japanese market. 

At Japan Tech, we have supported European and U.S.-based government acceleration programs as mentors. Through various programs, we have helped Deep Tech and FinTech startups from Silicon Valley, Germany, and Singapore enter the Japanese market. 

Japan Tech is working to revitalize the apartment complex as a pilot project to address vacant housing and promote regional development. The theme of the project is workcation, dual life, and flexible work style in startups and small and medium-sized companies, using an apartment in Hokkaido as a pilot project.