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Delight Ventures

Tokyo, Japan · Invests in Asia; US · Website

Pre-SeedSeedConsumer Apps & SocialB2B SaaSAI & Machine LearningFintechHealthcare & BiotechClimate & EnergyEnterprise SoftwareHealthcare & Digital HealthFintech & PaymentsHR Tech & Future of WorkClimate & Clean Energy

Thesis

By entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs — backing bold founders creating societal value through AI-native vertical software, momentum-driven market shifts, and Japanese founders scaling to the US. Operates both as a direct investor and as a venture builder co-creating startups from scratch.

Likely not a fit for

Late-stage growth rounds, consumer hardware without software layer, projects requiring corporate synergy approvals, or founders seeking purely passive capital.

How they invest

Lead or follow
Usually leads
Typical decision
~2 weeks
Warm intro
Not required
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$133M
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

17 contacts on file

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Yusuke Nagano

PartnerPartner · Primary contact

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y•••@de•••.com

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Natsuki Arii

AssociateAssociate

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Tomoko Namba

General PartnerManaging Partner

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t•••@de•••.com

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Dai Watanabe

General PartnerManaging Partner

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Shintaro Asako

General PartnerManaging Partner

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Shuhei Kawasaki

General PartnerManaging Partner / Engineer

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Ryo Bando

General PartnerManaging Partner

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Takuya Sakata

PartnerPartner

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Takashi Tsujiguchi

Platform & OpsPartner / CFO

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Kosuke Nishida

PartnerPartner

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Kosuke Fujii

PartnerPartner

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Naoya Shibahara

PrincipalPrincipal

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Masato Ushio

Director, Global Strategy

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Jun Kitamura

Business Development

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Kaoru Tsurumi

Manager, HR & PR

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Ann Miura-Ko

Platform & OpsGlobal Advisor (Co-Founding Partner, Floodgate)

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Craig Sherman

Platform & OpsGlobal Advisor (General Partner, Meritech Capital)

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Portfolio

YOUTRUST
ShippioLogistics Supply Chain

Shippio is building a platform that enhances the value of trade operations and turns trade data into a strategic asset for businesses. Through cloud services for shippers and international logistics providers, as well as international logistics operations (forwarding), we drive the digital transformation of global trade.

OLTAFintech Payments

OLTA offers an online factoring service that allows businesses to convert invoices into cash quickly without the need for loans or collateral. Their service is designed for both corporations and sole proprietors, enabling them to manage cash flow efficiently.

ZeroboardEnterprise Software

Cloud solution for collecting, managing and reporting ESG-related data and evaluating suppliers.

EX-FusionClimate Clean Energy

EX-Fusion is the first and only Japan-based full-stack laser fusion company focused on revolutionizing energy through laser and photonics technologies. The company aims to develop commercial nuclear fusion reactors that provide safe, clean, and inexpensive energy while contributing to various industries.

AnyplaceEcommerce Marketplaces

Anyplace offers flexible-term furnished apartments designed for remote workers, featuring equipped workspaces and high-speed internet in major cities.

LEBERHealthcare Digital

LEBER is a health observation app that allows users to consult with doctors anytime, anywhere, featuring a doctor-sharing platform and health monitoring functionalities.

BeatrustEnterprise Software

Beatrust is a talent collaboration platform that optimizes human capital value by visualizing employee skills and facilitating connections among team members and information sources.

HireRoo
NaLaLysEnterprise Software

NaLaLys is a compliance tech platform that utilizes AI to prevent internal fraud and violations, providing a safe and secure business environment for companies and their employees.

CoopelEnterprise Software

Coopel is a cloud-based RPA (Robotic Process Automation) tool designed for users without technical expertise, allowing them to automate simple tasks through an intuitive interface. It supports both cloud and local execution, integrates well with Excel, and offers professional services for advanced automation needs.

Trans-NEnterprise Software

Trans-N is an AI solutions company based in Tokyo, focusing on developing AI products and systems for businesses, including generative AI solutions.

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Delight Ventures Research Investment Thesis Delight Ventures is an independent venture capital firm founded in 2019 by Tomoko Namba, the founder and former CEO of DeNA (a major Japanese internet company). Operating under the motto "by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs," the firm's mission is "creating businesses that move the world." Delight Ventures is dedicated to helping Japanese startups and ent

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