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Chiba Dojo

Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo

Description

Chiba Dojo is an entrepreneurial community that supports startup companies in various stages from seed to pre-IPO.

Investor Profile

Chiba Dojo has backed more than 16 startups, with 11 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 13% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Japan, Singapore.
  • Strong thematic focus on Information Technology, Software, Internet.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (31%)
  • Series A (31%)
  • Series B (13%)
  • Series C (13%)
  • Series Unknown (6%)
  • Series F (6%)

Country Focus

  • Japan (94%)
  • Singapore (6%)

Industry Focus

  • Information Technology
  • Software
  • Internet
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Health Care
  • Medical
  • Agriculture
  • Agtech
  • E-commerce
  • Apps
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Chiba Dojo frequently co-invest with?

SMBC Venture Capital
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 2
ANRI
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 2
Global Brain Corporation
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 3
Mizuho Capital
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 3
Globis Capital Partners
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 4
JIC Venture Growth Investments
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Marunouchi
Co-Investments: 3
Coral Capital
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 3
Aozora Corporate Investment
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 3
Mitsubishi UFJ Capital
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 2
DNX Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Mateo
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Chiba Dojo often collaborate with?

RI
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Chiba Dojo?

Paradigm AI

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Paradigm AI is an entertainment firm that produces songs and creates virtual human idols using generative AI.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Audio Recording and ProductionGenerative AI
SeedJun 29, 2025
Utoniq

Roppongi, Tokyo, Japan

Utoniq specializes in developing and operating platforms for artists and business development in the media and content industries.

Digital MediaInformation TechnologyMedia and EntertainmentSoftwareWeb Hosting
Series AMay 15, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,572,054
Manabie

Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Manabie is an education technology start-up company on a mission to provide a new style of online and offline merged learning.

E-LearningEducationSoftware
Series BApr 30, 2025
Amount Raised: $23,000,000
Emole

Meguro, Hokkaido, Japan

Emole is a platform that connects content creators with it's viewers through short drama content.

AppsContentDigital EntertainmentVideo
Series AMar 28, 2025
Amount Raised: $5,672,150
MOSH Japan

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

MOSH is an internet company that provides web page creation services for individual business owners.

E-CommerceE-Commerce PlatformsInternetMarketplaceMobile Apps
Series CFeb 5, 2025
Amount Raised: $14,739,625
Ukka

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Ukka is an ag-tech company that provides food-processing raw materials and food supply chain services to foster innovation.

AgricultureAgTechFood and Beverage
Series AFeb 4, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,075,961
Zaimo.ai

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Zaimo creates a SaaS-based AI-driven budget planning and management software.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Business DevelopmentFinTech
SeedFeb 4, 2025
Amount Raised: $643,778
Irori

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Irori blends online and offline spaces, supporting creators and new projects with platform models and sustainable growth.

AppsFood and BeverageMobile Apps
SeedJan 31, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,293,285
Reiwa Travel

Shibuya, Kanagawa, Japan

Reiwa Travel is an online booking tool that provides digital contracts and efficient trip management, simplifying the planning process.

Online PortalsTour OperatorTravel Agency
Series ASep 9, 2024
Amount Raised: $33,523,065
Nstock

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Nstock is specialized in developing SAAS based applications for ecosystem.

Information TechnologySaaSSoftware
SeedSep 9, 2024
Amount Raised: $20,951,915