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i-nest capital

Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo

Description

i-nest capital is a venture capital firm that incubates emerging startups in Japan.

Investor Profile

i-nest capital has backed more than 7 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Japan, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Recycling, Content, Digital Entertainment.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (57%)
  • Seed (29%)
  • Series Unknown (14%)

Country Focus

  • Japan (71%)
  • United States (29%)

Industry Focus

  • Recycling
  • Content
  • Digital Entertainment
  • Public Relations
  • Video
  • Banking
  • Financial Services
  • Blockchain
  • Fintech
  • Virtual Currency
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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 i-nest capital frequently co-invest with?

W inc.
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 1
KEPPLE Capital
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 1
Gree
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 1
SEPTENI HOLDINGS Japan
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 1
Impact Science Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 1
Scrum Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Hakuhodo DY Ventures
Asia, Chiba, Japan, Minato
Co-Investments: 2
CyberAgent Capital
Asia, Kanagawa, Japan, Shibuya
Co-Investments: 1
Estore
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 1
D4V
Asia, Chiba, Japan, Minato
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does i-nest capital often collaborate with?

Sadoshima Youhei
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Shared Deals: 1
Matsuoka Tsuyoshi
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Shared Deals: 1
TK
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by i-nest capital?

Things

Akasaka, Tokyo, Japan

Things offer product development and various information such as CAD, drawings, parts configuration, and price information.

CADProduct DesignProduct Management
SeedJul 6, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,214,698
Wunderbar

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Wunderbar provides intellectual property along with branding and marketing services.

Brand MarketingIntellectual PropertyMarketingRetail
Series AJun 25, 2025
Amount Raised: $3,452,744
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
SUN METALON

Chicago, Illinois, United States

SUN METALON provides cost-effective technology to decarbonize metal manufacturing through recycling, refining, and forming.

ManufacturingRecyclingWaste Management
Series AOct 3, 2024
Amount Raised: $17,600,000
SUN METALON

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

SUN METALON provides cost-effective technology to decarbonize metal manufacturing through recycling, refining, and forming.

Recycling
SeedApr 13, 2023
Gokko Club

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Gokko Club is a digital company that specializes in content creation, short drama, video production, and public relations services.

ContentDigital EntertainmentPublic RelationsVideo
SeedNov 10, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,411,059
JPYC

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

JPYC is a stablecoin that utilizes blockchain technology and is used for buying and selling goods.

BlockchainFinTechVirtual Currency
Series ANov 10, 2021
Amount Raised: $4,389,546
Bankers Holding

Osaka-shi, Osaka, Japan

Bankers Holding controls the banker group companies that provide financial services via the internet.

BankingFinancial Services
Series UnknownApr 16, 2021
Amount Raised: $7,353,956