Hamamatsu Photonics
Overview
Hamamatsu Photonics K.K. is a Japanese manufacturer of optical sensors, electric light sources, and other optical devices founded in 1953. The company operates a corporate venture capital (CVC) arm, known as Hamamatsu Ventures, which functions as a strategic investor in early-stage ventures. The CVC focuses on startups with new applications and cutting-edge technologies in the photonics industry, seeking to create synergies that may lead to collaborative R&D and joint developments. Its investment portfolio includes companies in medicine, life sciences, the semiconductor industry, and more.
Portfolio Companies
3
Website
hamamatsu.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comptek Solutions | Jan 2021 | Strategic | Lead |
| Ramona Optics | Jan 2024 | VC Round | Lead |
| NLM Photonics | Jan 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Hamamatsu Photonics based?
Hamamatsu Photonics is headquartered in Japan.
When was Hamamatsu Photonics founded?
Founding year information for Hamamatsu Photonics is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Hamamatsu Photonics have?
Hamamatsu Photonics has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Hamamatsu Photonics's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Comptek Solutions, Ramona Optics, NLM Photonics.
What was Hamamatsu Photonics's most recent investment shown here?
Hamamatsu Photonics's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in NLM Photonics in 2025.
What sectors does Hamamatsu Photonics focus on?
Hamamatsu Photonics focuses on Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Telecommunications & Networking, Telecommunications & Networking, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does Hamamatsu Photonics focus on?
Hamamatsu Photonics typically invests at the Early stage.