NEDO

Asia, Kanagawa, Japan, Kawasaki

Description

NEDO promoting research and development as well as deployment of industrial, energy and environmental technologies.

Investor Profile

NEDO has backed more than 6 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 3 rounds, about 50% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

Concentrates on Grant, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
Majority of deals are located in Japan.
Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Medical, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Led 3 rounds in the past year.

Stage Focus

Grant (50%)
Series A (33%)
Series B (17%)

Country Focus

Japan (100%)

Industry Focus

Health Care
Medical
Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
Semiconductor
Software
Industrial Manufacturing
Manufacturing
Biotechnology
Video
Video Chat

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Who does NEDO frequently co-invest with?

Hamamatsu Iwata Shinkin Bank

Hamamatsu Iwata Shinkin Bank

Asia, Shizuoka, Japan, Hamamatsu

Co-Investments: 1

Asia, Ibaraki, Japan, Tsukuba

Co-Investments: 1

Cyberdyne

Asia, Ibaraki, Japan, Tsukuba

Co-Investments: 1

Energy & Environment Investment

Energy & Environment Investment

Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Higashi-shinagawa

Co-Investments: 1

Dai-ichi Life

Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo

Co-Investments: 1

Shinkin Capital

Shinkin Capital

Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo

Co-Investments: 1

Beyond Next Ventures

Beyond Next Ventures

Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo

Co-Investments: 1

Shizuoka Capital Wealth Management

Shizuoka Capital Wealth Management

Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo

Co-Investments: 1

Shoko Chukin Bank

Shoko Chukin Bank

North America, New York, United States, New York

Co-Investments: 1

Drone Fund

Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo

Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does NEDO often collaborate with?

Shigeru Urushibara

Shigeru Urushibara

Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo

Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by NEDO?

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

EdgeCortix is a fabless semiconductor company that meets the demand for efficient AI solutions across multiple sectors.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)HardwareInternet of ThingsMachine LearningSemiconductorSoftware

GrantNov 6, 2024

Amount Raised: $25,920,754

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Provigate is a healthcare organization that develops blood glucose monitoring sensors to prevent diabetes and blood glucose levels.

BeautyHealth CareMedicalPersonal HealthSoftware

GrantOct 28, 2024

Amount Raised: $7,835,284

BEAM Technologies

Nibancho, Tokyo, Japan

BEAM Technologies is an electronics company that focuses on designing and developing semiconductor sources of electricity.

CleanTechElectronicsLightingSemiconductor

GrantAug 8, 2024

Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, Japan

ANSeeN specializes in design, development, manufacturing and sales of X-ray detectors.

Industrial ManufacturingManufacturing

Series BSep 7, 2020

Amount Raised: $8,466,046

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

EmbodyMe is developing patented AI technology for video chat, live streaming, and creating videos.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)VideoVideo ChatVideo Streaming

Series ASep 12, 2019

Amount Raised: $2,125,980

Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan

Metcela is a clinical-stage biotech startup providing patients with an alternative treatment option for heart disease.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedical

Series AAug 30, 2018

Amount Raised: $4,684,199