Japan Post Capital
Description
Japan Post Capital Co., Ltd. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd., established in July 2018. Based in Tokyo, its primary mission is to engage in investment and management financial consulting, focusing on creating new value through strategic investments. The firm leverages the extensive network and resources of the Japan Post Group to identify and support promising companies, both domestically and internationally. Its investment philosophy centers on fostering growth and facilitating business revitalization across various sectors.
The firm manages dedicated investment funds, with its first major vehicle, Japan Post Capital I, L.P., having a fund size of JPY 20 billion (approximately $180 million USD at its launch). Building on this foundation, the firm launched Japan Post Capital II, L.P. with a target size of JPY 30 billion (approximately $200 million USD at current exchange rates), signaling its continued commitment to significant capital deployment. These funds are strategically deployed into companies poised for substantial growth, often participating in later-stage funding rounds from Series B onwards, as well as engaging in M&A and business turnaround situations.
Japan Post Capital's investment strategy is characterized by a long-term perspective, aiming to not only provide capital but also to offer management support and facilitate synergies with the broader Japan Post Group ecosystem. The firm targets a diverse portfolio, including sectors such as IT, biotechnology, new materials, and other innovative industries that align with future societal needs and the strategic interests of its parent company.
Investor Profile
Japan Post Capital has backed more than 21 startups, with 8 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 6 rounds, about 29% of its total and boasts 12 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series B, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Japan, United States, Turkey.
- Strong thematic focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Information Technology, Health Care.
- Led 4 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $5M – $30M.
Stage Focus
- Series B (24%)
- Series A (24%)
- Series Unknown (19%)
- Series C (10%)
- Series E (10%)
- Seed (10%)
- Debt Financing (5%)
Country Focus
- Japan (86%)
- United States (10%)
- Turkey (5%)
Industry Focus
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Information Technology
- Health Care
- Medical
- E-commerce
- Saas
- Information Services
- Analytics
- Marketing
- Internet
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