Kyoto University Innovation Capital
Overview
Kyoto University Innovation Capital (Kyoto-iCAP) is a venture capital firm established as a 100%-funded subsidiary of Kyoto University. It invests in university-originated startups, leveraging academic research to build globally competitive deep-tech companies. The firm manages multiple funds, including the "Innovation Kyoto 2016 Fund" (JPY 16.01 billion) and the "Innovation Kyoto 2021 Fund" (JPY 18.14 billion). While initially focused on Kyoto University, its second fund expanded to include investments in startups from other national universities in Japan. The firm is actively involved not just in financing but also in company creation and support from the seed and early stages.
Portfolio Companies
58
Website
kyoto-unicap.co.jpInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| LegalOn Technologies | Feb 2020 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Kyoto Fusioneering | Apr 2024 | Series C Extension | Co-investor |
| Kyulux | May 2019 | Series B | - |
| FLOSFIA Inc. | Mar 2021 | Series E | Co-investor |
| Algal Bio Co., Ltd. | Dec 2022 | Series B | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Kyoto University Innovation Capital based?
Kyoto University Innovation Capital is headquartered in Japan.
When was Kyoto University Innovation Capital founded?
Founding year information for Kyoto University Innovation Capital is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Kyoto University Innovation Capital have?
Kyoto University Innovation Capital has 58 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Kyoto University Innovation Capital's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include LegalOn Technologies, Kyoto Fusioneering, Kyulux, FLOSFIA Inc., Algal Bio Co., Ltd..
What was Kyoto University Innovation Capital's most recent investment shown here?
Kyoto University Innovation Capital's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Kyoto Fusioneering in 2024.
What sectors does Kyoto University Innovation Capital focus on?
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What company stages does Kyoto University Innovation Capital focus on?
Kyoto University Innovation Capital typically invests at the Early stage.
What is Kyoto University Innovation Capital's AUM?
Kyoto University Innovation Capital's assets under management are estimated between $227.6M and $227.6M.