FIRSTLIGHT Capital
Overview
FIRSTLIGHT Capital (formerly UB Ventures) is a venture capital firm based in Tokyo, Japan. It focuses on investing in seed to series-A stage startups in the fields of SaaS, AI, Automation, Media, Marketplace, and Digital Solutions, with a particular interest in companies addressing the challenges of a depopulating society.
Portfolio Companies
2
Website
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| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zen Intelligence Inc. | May 2026 | Debt | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is FIRSTLIGHT Capital based?
FIRSTLIGHT Capital is headquartered in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
When was FIRSTLIGHT Capital founded?
Founding year information for FIRSTLIGHT Capital is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does FIRSTLIGHT Capital have?
FIRSTLIGHT Capital has 2 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in FIRSTLIGHT Capital's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Zen Intelligence Inc..
What was FIRSTLIGHT Capital's most recent investment shown here?
FIRSTLIGHT Capital's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Zen Intelligence Inc. in 2026.
What sectors does FIRSTLIGHT Capital focus on?
FIRSTLIGHT Capital focuses on Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce.
What company stages does FIRSTLIGHT Capital focus on?
FIRSTLIGHT Capital typically invests at the Early stage.