Japan Post Investment
Description
Japan Post Investment Corporation (JPI) is a private equity fund management company established in 2015 by Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd., one of Japan's largest state-owned corporations. Based in Tokyo, JPI serves as the general partner for the Japan Post Investment I, L.P. fund, which was established with a significant capital commitment from its parent company. The firm's primary objective is to identify and invest in growth-stage companies, both within Japan and globally, that can contribute to the strategic objectives and business expansion of the broader Japan Post Group, encompassing postal services, banking, and insurance.
The Japan Post Investment I, L.P. fund boasts a substantial size, initially capitalized at ¥100 billion JPY, which translated to approximately $800 million USD at the time of its establishment. JPI employs a hybrid investment strategy, allocating capital both directly into promising companies and indirectly through investments in other private equity funds (fund-of-funds approach). This dual approach allows JPI to gain exposure to a diverse range of opportunities while also leveraging the expertise of specialized fund managers. Their direct investments typically target companies that can foster innovation, digital transformation, or strategic partnerships relevant to Japan Post's core businesses.
JPI's investment focus spans various sectors critical to the future economy, including logistics, fintech, healthcare, and digital solutions. They seek companies that demonstrate strong growth potential and can offer synergies with Japan Post Group's extensive network and customer base. While specific deal sizes can vary, typical direct investments range from approximately $5 million to $75 million USD, reflecting their commitment to significant, impactful stakes in their portfolio companies. JPI aims to be a value-add investor, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and access to the vast resources of the Japan Post Group to accelerate the growth of their portfolio companies.
Investor Profile
Japan Post Investment has backed more than 20 startups, with 8 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 5 rounds, about 25% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series B, Series D, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Japan, United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Big Data, Industrial.
- Led 3 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $5M – $75M.
Stage Focus
- Series B (25%)
- Series D (25%)
- Series Unknown (15%)
- Series A (15%)
- Series C (10%)
- Series E (5%)
- Private Equity (5%)
Country Focus
- Japan (90%)
- United States (10%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Big Data
- Industrial
- Manufacturing
- Medical
- Nursing And Residential Care
- Energy
- Saas
- Media And Entertainment
- Video
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