Shizen Capital
Overview
Shizen Capital is a venture capital firm founded by entrepreneurs, with offices in Tokyo and Paris. It invests in early-stage startups in Japan and those aiming for global expansion, with a core thesis centered on the digital transformation of the enterprise. Key investment areas include AI, deep tech, sustainability, healthcare, and technologies addressing Japan's structural challenges. The firm provides hands-on support and has a community of over 150 LP investors.
Portfolio Companies
15
Website
shizen.vcInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| SignTime | Jul 2022 | Series B | Lead |
| MamaWell, Inc. | Dec 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
| xMap AI | Sep 2024 | Pre Seed | Lead |
| Opt Fit | Jan 2024 | Series A | Co-investor |
| G.U. Technologies, Inc. | Mar 2022 | Series A | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Shizen Capital based?
Shizen Capital is headquartered in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
When was Shizen Capital founded?
Founding year information for Shizen Capital is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Shizen Capital have?
Shizen Capital has 15 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Shizen Capital's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include SignTime, MamaWell, Inc., xMap AI, Opt Fit, G.U. Technologies, Inc..
What was Shizen Capital's most recent investment shown here?
Shizen Capital's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in MamaWell, Inc. in 2025.
What sectors does Shizen Capital focus on?
Shizen Capital focuses on FinTech, FinTech, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Cybersecurity, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Enterprise Software, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Consumer & Commerce, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, FinTech, FinTech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, FinTech, Consumer & Commerce, Energy & Sustainability.
What company stages does Shizen Capital focus on?
Shizen Capital typically invests at the Early stage.