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SPARX Innovation for the Future

Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo

Description

SPARX Innovation for the Future is a venture arm of Sparx Group Co., Ltd.

Investor Profile

SPARX Innovation for the Future has backed more than 4 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 1 rounds, about 25% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Japan.
  • Strong thematic focus on Satellite Communication, Aerospace, Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Stage Focus

  • Series A (50%)
  • Seed (25%)
  • Series B (25%)

Country Focus

  • Japan (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Satellite Communication
  • Aerospace
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Big Data
  • Machine Learning
  • Analytics
  • Geospatial
  • Manufacturing
  • Software
  • Space Travel
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FAQ

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

Who does SPARX Innovation for the Future frequently co-invest with?

Spiral Capital
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 1
SMBC Venture Capital
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 1
KDDI Open Innovation Fund
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 1
Co-Investments: 1
Global Brain Corporation
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 1
KSK Angel Fund
North America, California, United States, San Diego
Co-Investments: 1
TC
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 1
GREE Ventures
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 1
MZ Web3 Fund
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Co-Investments: 1
Pavilion Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does SPARX Innovation for the Future often collaborate with?

Yusaku Maezawa
Asia, Kyoto, Japan, Mihama
Shared Deals: 1
TH
North America, Colorado, United States, Littleton
Shared Deals: 1
JH
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Shared Deals: 1
Keisuke Honda
Asia, Hokkaido, Japan, Chuo
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by SPARX Innovation for the Future?

space data

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Space Data is based on an algorithm that allows the AI to recognize geospatial data from the Earth and easily assign another Earth in VR.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataMachine Learning
SeedAug 3, 2022
Amount Raised: $10,602,393
Ark Edge Space

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Ark Edge Space provides design, manufacturing & operational services for micro-satellites along with software solutions and consulting.

ManufacturingSatellite CommunicationSoftwareSpace Travel
Series AMar 29, 2022
Amount Raised: $5,157,277
Synspective

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Synspective provides SAR data, and remote monitoring services to government agencies.

AnalyticsGeospatialSatellite Communication
Series BMar 28, 2022
Amount Raised: $96,273,644
WARPSPACE

Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan

WARPSPACE is a General-purpose satellite platform business.

AerospaceSatellite Communication
Series AApr 20, 2021
Amount Raised: $3,600,000