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Dreamers VC

Los Angeles, CA · Invests in Asia; US · Website

Pre-SeedSeedSeries AConsumer Apps & SocialMedia & EntertainmentGamingB2B SaaSAI & Machine LearningFintechEnterprise SoftwareFintech & PaymentsHealthcare & Digital HealthClimate & Clean EnergyRobotics & AutomationSemiconductors & Hardware

Thesis

Where capital becomes culture. Dreamers VC bridges established Japanese corporate investors with early-stage US companies by combining entertainment, sports, and technology expertise. The fund leverages celebrity networks, entertainment channels, and Japanese corporate partnerships to amplify storytelling and enable cross-cultural market expansion.

Likely not a fit for

Pure crypto/NFT plays, heavy hardware-only companies, international-only firms without US market focus, companies requiring China access, commodity businesses without tech differentiation, pure B2B infrastructure without celebrity/entertainment angles

How they invest

Lead or follow
Leads or follows
Typical decision
~1 month
Warm intro
Preferred
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$200M
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

6 contacts on file

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Vikram Sasi

PartnerPartner · Primary contact

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v•••@dr•••.vc

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Will Smith

General PartnerGeneral Partner & Co-Founder

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Keisuke Honda

General PartnerGeneral Partner & Co-Founder

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Takeshi Nakanishi

General PartnerGeneral Partner & Co-Founder

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Vik Sasi

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KY

Kosaku Yada

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Portfolio

AlchemyDeveloper Tools Infra

Alchemy is a leading blockchain development platform that provides tools and infrastructure for building decentralized applications. It offers a comprehensive suite of developer tools and supports startups with dedicated resources.

BoltEnterprise Software

Bolt is an all-in-one mobility app that provides a range of services including rides, scooters, e-bikes, and food delivery. The platform aims to make cities more accessible and sustainable by offering various transportation options for users and businesses alike.

MercuryFintech Payments

F4 is a product-led venture capital firm that offers a platform where every founder can enter, and their work decides their progress. It provides a roadmap for founders to close the gap through mentor time, investor intros, and capital targeted for those proving they can build.

OURAHealthcare Digital

Oura is a health technology company that produces the Oura Ring, a smart ring designed to track fitness, stress, sleep, and overall health metrics. It combines advanced technology with thoughtful design to help users make informed health decisions.

TonalHealthcare Digital

Tonal is a cutting-edge smart home gym equipment company that offers a unique strength training platform combining digital weight technology, artificial intelligence, and personalized coaching. With a focus on enhancing fitness experiences, Tonal provides tailored workout programs and a membership model that supports users in achieving their fitness goals.

NeuralinkHealthcare Digital

Neuralink is pioneering brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) that translate neural signals into actions, enabling individuals with spinal cord injuries and other conditions to control devices with their thoughts.

ClubhouseEnterprise Software

Shortcut (formerly Clubhouse) is a fast and powerful project management tool designed for software teams, featuring AI collaboration and various project management functionalities.

Sandbox VRMedia Entertainment

Sandbox VR offers immersive VR experiences for groups of up to six, featuring advanced technology and in-house developed games. It focuses on social, interactive, and futuristic VR entertainment.

Gen.GGaming

Gen.G is an esports organization that operates professional gaming teams across various titles, including League of Legends, Valorant, and PUBG. They also focus on education and mentorship through initiatives like the Gen.G Academy and NextGEN Fellowship, aiming to nurture the next generation of esports professionals.

Play

Play Ventures is a leading venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments in gaming studios, consumer apps, and related B2B infrastructure and services. With a commitment to supporting ambitious entrepreneurs, Play Ventures leverages its expertise in gaming to drive innovation and growth in the mobile ecosystem.

RunwayEnterprise Software

Runway is a mobile release management platform that provides tools for automating and managing mobile application releases, ensuring efficient collaboration and rollout management for mobile teams.

Community.comMarketing Adtech

Community is the leading SMS platform that activates audiences with unmatched conversational engagement. It connects businesses, brands, public figures, and creators with their audiences at scale - building trust, capturing insights, and increasing lifetime customer value.

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Dreamers VC Research Document Investment Thesis Dreamers VC is a unique venture capital fund that bridges established Japanese corporate investors with early-stage US-based companies. Co-founded by Hollywood actor Will Smith, soccer legend Keisuke Honda, and Japan-US bridge-builder Takeshi Nakanishi, the fund operates on a powerful thesis: "Where capital becomes culture." The fund combines enterta

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