UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners)
Overview
UTEC is a seed/early stage technology focused venture capital firm associated with The University of Tokyo. They invest in deep-tech startups that solve global issues of humankind using science & technology, focusing on Healthcare & Life Sciences, IT/AI, and Physical Sciences & Engineering. UTEC provides hands-on support from the seed/early stages in cooperation with partners in academia in Japan and abroad.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mujin | Aug 2014 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Digital Grid | Jun 2022 | Early Funding | Co-investor |
| forest Inc. | Oct 2025 | Series B | Lead |
| FLOSFIA Inc. | Apr 2017 | Series B | Co-investor |
| TXP Medical Co., Ltd. | Apr 2022 | Series B | Co-investor |
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Key People
Bruce Goldsmith
Venture Partner
Hirofumi Oki
Venture Partner, Senior Manager, HR Executive Talent
Lisa Paborsky
Venture Partner
Masafumi Asakura
Venture Partner
Tomohiko Okiyama
Venture Partner
関秀樹
Venture Partner
Kiran Mysore
Partner
Maiko Katadae
Partner
MD/MBA Hiroaki Kobayashi
Partner
Noriaki Sakamoto
COO, Managing Director, Board Member Partner
Atsushi Usami
Partner And Board Director
Kenichi Imahashi
Venture Partner, R&D Director Principal
Azusa Shiohara
Principal
Takashi Miyahara
Principal
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Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners) based?
UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners) is headquartered in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
When was UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners) founded?
UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners) was founded in 2004.
How many portfolio companies does UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners) have?
UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners) has 99 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners)'s portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Mujin, Digital Grid, forest Inc., FLOSFIA Inc., TXP Medical Co., Ltd..
What was UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners)'s most recent investment shown here?
UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners)'s most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in forest Inc. in 2025.
What sectors does UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners) focus on?
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What company stages does UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners) focus on?
UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners) typically invests at the Early stage.
What is UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners)'s AUM?
UTEC (The University of Tokyo Edge Capital Partners)'s assets under management are estimated between $500.0M and $1.0B.