NextBlue
Overview
NextBlue is a venture capital firm based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2020. It invests in startups in Japan, the US, and Europe. The firm focuses on empowering entrepreneurs to solve global challenges and has a specific fund, NextBlue Fund II, dedicated to women's wellbeing, which encompasses health, education, economic stability, and career. They primarily invest in Seed and Series A rounds across various sectors, including healthcare, enterprise applications, and consumer goods.
Portfolio Companies
5
Website
nextblue.ioInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sage Haven | Nov 2025 | Pre Seed | Lead |
| Eli Health | Jun 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
| UnitPlus | Oct 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| GitButler | Jun 2023 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Trellis Health | Apr 2025 | Pre Seed | Lead |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is NextBlue based?
NextBlue is headquartered in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
When was NextBlue founded?
Founding year information for NextBlue is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does NextBlue have?
NextBlue has 5 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in NextBlue's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Sage Haven, Eli Health, UnitPlus, GitButler, Trellis Health.
What was NextBlue's most recent investment shown here?
NextBlue's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Sage Haven in 2025.
What sectors does NextBlue focus on?
NextBlue focuses on FinTech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Telecommunications & Networking, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce.
What company stages does NextBlue focus on?
NextBlue typically invests at the Early stage.