At a Glance
JAFCO Group stands as one of Japan's most established and influential venture capital firms, having pioneered the Japanese VC industry since 1973. Originally spun out from Nomura Securities, JAFCO has built an exceptional track record over five decades, backing some of Japan's most successful technology companies including early investments in SoftBank and Yahoo Japan. The firm operates with a patient capital approach, often supporting companies through multiple funding rounds and maintaining long-term relationships with entrepreneurs. JAFCO's investment philosophy centers on identifying transformative technologies and business models that can scale globally, while leveraging their extensive network and deep industry expertise to provide strategic value beyond capital. With a team of seasoned investment professionals, the firm has consistently adapted to evolving market conditions and emerging technologies, maintaining its position as a cornerstone of the Japanese venture capital ecosystem.
“Partners with innovative founders in Japan and globally, providing patient capital and operational support to build lasting companies.”
JAFCO Group primarily invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B+ stages. This means they focus on companies that are building their initial product and finding product-market fit.
JAFCO Group is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Many of their portfolio companies are also based in this region, though they invest across geographies.
JAFCO Group focuses on investments in Enterprise, Consumer, AI, Digital Health, SaaS. Their portfolio reflects deep expertise and networks within these sectors.
JAFCO Group's typical investment check size ranges from $1M to $20M. Actual amounts may vary based on the stage, sector, and specific opportunity.
JAFCO Group manages approximately $4B in assets under management (AUM) across their funds.