Kyoto University Innovation Capital - aVenture Asset Manager Research
Location
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, JP
Founded
2014
Kyoto University Innovation Capital (Kyoto iCAP) focuses on investing in companies that aim to commercialize research results and technologies developed by researchers at Kyoto University. Established in December 2014, the firm typically engages in seed-stage investments, supporting early-stage ventures with the potential to transform academic innovations into market-ready solutions.
Notable portfolio companies include Audio Metaverse, which has raised $50 million, QSimulate with $2.5 million, and Viage Therapeutics, which has secured $10 million. Kyoto iCAP's investment philosophy centers on leveraging the cutting-edge research from Kyoto University to foster innovation. The firm provides not only capital but also strategic support to help startups navigate the commercialization process effectively.
Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
Portfolio Companies4
Current Portfolio Count4
Top Investment Stages
Seed3 (75.0%)
Series B1 (25.0%)
Stage Mix
Seed 75%Series B 25%
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.
