X&KSK
Overview
X&KSK is a Japan-based investment firm aiming to contribute to Japan's startup ecosystem and improve the value and industrial development capabilities in the country. The fund invests primarily in seed and early-stage startups both domestically and internationally, and focuses on AI and related industries, investing in cutting-edge technologies and innovative businesses. The fund aims to create Japan's first decacorn company.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpaca | Jan 2026 | Series D | Co-investor |
| Genki Robotics | Nov 2025 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Turing株式会社 | Jul 2024 | Early Funding | Co-investor |
| newmo, Inc. | Jul 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Craif Inc. | Aug 2026 | Series D | Co-investor |
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Sector & Stage Mix
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FAQ
Where is X&KSK based?
X&KSK is headquartered in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
When was X&KSK founded?
X&KSK was founded in 2024.
How many portfolio companies does X&KSK have?
X&KSK has 14 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in X&KSK's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Alpaca, Genki Robotics, Turing株式会社, newmo, Inc., Craif Inc..
What was X&KSK's most recent investment shown here?
X&KSK's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Craif Inc. in 2026.
What sectors does X&KSK focus on?
X&KSK focuses on Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Energy & Sustainability, FinTech, Consumer & Commerce, Healthcare & Life Sciences, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Energy & Sustainability, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Crypto & Web3, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Crypto & Web3, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software.
What company stages does X&KSK focus on?
X&KSK typically invests at the Early stage.
What is X&KSK's AUM?
X&KSK's assets under management are estimated between $50.0M and $100.0M.