Kobe University Capital
Overview
Kobe University Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in university-launched ventures and regional startups, primarily focusing on research outcomes from Kobe University and the Kansai area. It was established as a subsidiary of Kobe University Innovation. The firm manages the KUC Fund 1, which was launched with 2 billion JPY from private capital.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| 株式会社Timers | May 2024 | Strategic | Co-investor |
| Acall Inc. | Aug 2023 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Link Therapeutics, Inc. | Jul 2025 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Hedgehog MedTech, Inc. | Dec 2023 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Luxna Biotech Co., Ltd. | Aug 2025 | Series C Extension | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Kobe University Capital based?
Kobe University Capital is headquartered in Kobe, Japan.
When was Kobe University Capital founded?
Kobe University Capital was founded in 2021.
How many portfolio companies does Kobe University Capital have?
Kobe University Capital has 18 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Kobe University Capital's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include 株式会社Timers, Acall Inc., Link Therapeutics, Inc., Hedgehog MedTech, Inc., Luxna Biotech Co., Ltd..
What was Kobe University Capital's most recent investment shown here?
Kobe University Capital's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Luxna Biotech Co., Ltd. in 2025.
What sectors does Kobe University Capital focus on?
Kobe University Capital focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Consumer & Commerce, Enterprise Software, Healthcare & Life Sciences, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, FinTech, Enterprise Software, Real Estate & PropTech, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software.
What company stages does Kobe University Capital focus on?
Kobe University Capital typically invests at the Mid stage.
What is Kobe University Capital's AUM?
Kobe University Capital's assets under management are estimated between $15.3M and $15.3M.