Mitsubishi UFJ Capital

Mitsubishi UFJ Capital is a venture capital firm established in 1974 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The firm specializes in investing in a diverse range of sectors, including life sciences, information and communication technology (ICT), high technology, artificial intelligence, electronics, biotechnology, fintech, and healthcare. With a focus on fostering innovation, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital aims to support the growth of emerging companies and technologies that have the potential to make significant impacts in their respective fields.

Nobuyoshi Fukumoto

Managing Director

Muneki Handa

President

Takashi Hasegawa

Managing Director

Masafumi Houshiyama

Deputy President

Junichi Masuda

Managing Director and Founder

Yasufumi Matsuda

Director and Executive Officer

Shinsuke Sakamoto

Deputy President

Fumio Sugasawa

Director and Executive Officer

Junichi Taguchi

Investment Director

Past deals in Industrial Automation

TriOrb

Series B in 2024
Triorb is a technology company focused on advancing robot mobility through innovative software and hardware solutions. It specializes in developing robotic technologies aimed at enhancing efficiency and safety within manufacturing environments. Triorb's movement system integrates a ball-driven omnidirectional mechanism with coordinated movement capabilities, enabling robots to transport various objects that cannot be handled by a single unit. This cooperative transportation system allows multiple robots to work together, improving operational effectiveness for businesses in need of automated solutions.

Aeterlink

Series B in 2024
Aeterlink is a developer of advanced wireless power transfer technology aimed at eliminating the need for wires in various applications. The company specializes in creating wireless devices that can be applied across multiple fields, including factory automation, robotics, smart homes, and medicine. By enabling the wireless transmission of power over distances, Aeterlink's innovations enhance efficiency, sustainability, and safety in industries, allowing for greater flexibility in device placement and reducing the risks associated with traditional wiring. Their technology represents a significant step toward a digital world that operates without the constraints of physical connections.

ugo

Venture Round in 2024
UGO specializes in the development of avatar robots and a comprehensive platform that facilitates the administration of multiple robots, aiming to enhance collaboration between humans and machines across various industries. The company addresses labor shortages in sectors such as security, inspection, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and warehousing by providing robots that perform tasks traditionally handled by humans. These robots are designed for remote operation and feature artificial intelligence capabilities that enable them to operate autonomously under consistent conditions. UGO's solutions include assistance with housework, equipment inspection, and security in warehouses, promoting a new work model where human-robot collaboration is central to productivity and efficiency.

Thinker

Series A in 2023
Thinker provides sales of proximity sensors and proposed solutions using these products.

Caddi

Series C in 2023
Caddi, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, that specializes in providing solutions for the manufacturing sector. It operates an online ordering platform that facilitates the management of custom-made processed products and connects orders with processing plants. By utilizing a proprietary costing algorithm, the platform automatically identifies the most suitable factory for production, thereby helping businesses to reduce procurement costs and optimize quality, cost, and delivery (QCD). Additionally, Caddi offers an AI-driven data platform that enhances procurement intelligence and supply chain management, enabling companies to improve operational efficiency and expand their capacity.

LexxPluss

Series A in 2023
LexxPluss develops advanced automated transport robot systems tailored for logistics warehouses, addressing the ongoing labor shortage exacerbated by the surge in online shopping. The company's robots employ both autonomous and guided driving modes, allowing them to navigate complex environments with precision. By focusing on cost-effectiveness, on-site safety, and user experience, LexxPluss aims to help businesses automate operations that have traditionally relied heavily on human labor. This innovative approach not only enhances operational efficiency but also improves the safety of essential workers in the field, ultimately supporting the logistics industry’s evolving needs.

ProteanTecs

Series B in 2019
ProteanTecs Ltd. is a software company that specializes in a cloud-based platform designed to enhance the performance and reliability of electronic systems. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Haifa, Israel, with additional offices in Tel Aviv, Santa Clara, and Bridgewater, the company utilizes data generated by chip-embedded agents and machine learning to predict faults before they lead to failures. Its solutions deliver valuable insights across the entire value chain, benefiting chip vendors, system vendors, and digital service providers. ProteanTecs offers various capabilities, including predictive maintenance, yield improvement, and performance tuning, aimed at reducing defect parts per million (DPPM) and enhancing overall electronic performance and quality.

Kyoto Robotics

Venture Round in 2019
Kyoto Robotics Corporation is a robotics and automation company based in Kusatsu, Japan, founded in 2000. The company specializes in developing intelligent picking robots tailored for logistics systems, focusing on applications such as palletizing and piece-picking. Kyoto Robotics offers advanced solutions that incorporate a 3D robot vision system capable of object recognition and pose estimation, allowing the robots to intelligently navigate and control their movements. In addition to its robotic products, the company also provides technical support services to ensure effective integration and operation. Formerly known as 3D MEDiA Co., Ltd., Kyoto Robotics adopted its current name in January 2018.

Kyoto Robotics

Venture Round in 2016
Kyoto Robotics Corporation is a robotics and automation company based in Kusatsu, Japan, founded in 2000. The company specializes in developing intelligent picking robots tailored for logistics systems, focusing on applications such as palletizing and piece-picking. Kyoto Robotics offers advanced solutions that incorporate a 3D robot vision system capable of object recognition and pose estimation, allowing the robots to intelligently navigate and control their movements. In addition to its robotic products, the company also provides technical support services to ensure effective integration and operation. Formerly known as 3D MEDiA Co., Ltd., Kyoto Robotics adopted its current name in January 2018.

HiBot

Series B in 2016
HiBot is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2004 that specializes in robotic systems and related hardware and software solutions. The company develops robotic platforms designed for hazardous operations, infrastructure maintenance and inspection, and search and rescue missions. HiBot offers robots as a service, providing clients with advanced systems that facilitate data acquisition, management, and real-time visualization. Their technology incorporates artificial intelligence for defect detection, allowing organizations to enhance safety by automating dangerous or repetitive tasks.

ABEJA

Series A in 2014
ABEJA, Inc. is a Japanese company that specializes in artificial intelligence software tailored for retailers and manufacturers. Founded in 2012 and based in Minato-Ku, the company offers a cloud-based platform that integrates advanced technologies such as IoT, big data, and deep learning. ABEJA's services encompass data collection, analysis, automation, simulation, and visualization, enabling sophisticated analyses and optimized solutions across various industries, particularly in retail, manufacturing, and infrastructure. The platform supports the entire machine learning and deep learning pipeline, facilitating development, deployment, and ongoing operations to drive digital transformation for its clients.

ABEJA

Seed Round in 2014
ABEJA, Inc. is a Japanese company that specializes in artificial intelligence software tailored for retailers and manufacturers. Founded in 2012 and based in Minato-Ku, the company offers a cloud-based platform that integrates advanced technologies such as IoT, big data, and deep learning. ABEJA's services encompass data collection, analysis, automation, simulation, and visualization, enabling sophisticated analyses and optimized solutions across various industries, particularly in retail, manufacturing, and infrastructure. The platform supports the entire machine learning and deep learning pipeline, facilitating development, deployment, and ongoing operations to drive digital transformation for its clients.
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