Mitsubishi UFJ Capital

Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, established in 1974, is a Tokyo-based venture capital firm. It invests in early-stage companies, primarily in the Japanese market, focusing on sectors such as healthcare, biotech, information technology, and electronics. The firm also engages in investment syndication for Japanese deals. Mitsubishi UFJ Capital was previously known as Diamond Capital.

Nobuyoshi Fukumoto

Managing Director

Muneki Handa

President

Takashi Hasegawa

Managing Director and Head of Investment Group I

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 Restaurants

Kamereo

Series B in 2024
Kamereo is a B2B distributor specializing in the food and beverage industry, utilizing technology to enhance the supply chain process for restaurants. The company provides a comprehensive marketplace that connects restaurants with suppliers, streamlining the purchasing and sourcing experience. With an emphasis on competitive pricing and user-friendly order management, Kamereo's platform allows businesses to efficiently track and analyze their orders. By simplifying the supply chain, Kamereo enables F&B store owners to save both time and money while prioritizing customer satisfaction.

Tacoms

Series B in 2024
CAMEL is a restaurant management software firm that operates in managing orders from numerous ordering sources. This service allows you to handle several delivery and takeout services on a single terminal, from ordering to totalling.

Matilda

Series A in 2023
Matilda operates a home-cooked takeout service designed to provide families with healthy and delicious meals without the burden of cooking. Customers can conveniently place orders and make payments online, choosing from a variety of meals prepared by professional chefs. The meals are available for pickup at designated takeout stations, ensuring freshness and convenience. By streamlining the meal preparation process, Matilda allows customers to save time and enjoy well-balanced, nutritious food.

Vivid Garden

Series C in 2022
Vivid Garden Inc. is an online marketplace based in Minato, Japan, that facilitates direct sales of farm products from producers to individuals and restaurants. Founded in 2016, the company operates several platforms, including Tabe Choku, which allows farmers to sell products directly to consumers, and Tabe Choku Pro, designed for restaurant orders. Additionally, Vivid Garden offers Eat Chok, a service that assists farmers in delivering products to offices. The company's focus on connecting producers with buyers aims to streamline the agricultural supply chain while promoting fresh and local produce.

Ginkan

Series A in 2020
Ginkan, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 2015. It focuses on developing blockchain-based platforms that create value through cryptocurrency token rewards. One of its key offerings is SynchroLife, a platform that tokenizes restaurant reviews and incentivizes quality contributions from users. Additionally, Ginkan operates Festar, a dating application. The company also provides IT consulting services, specializing in the development and management of artificial intelligence and blockchain technology solutions. Its platforms aim to enhance user experiences by integrating dining preferences and recommendations based on user-generated reviews and activities.

Theoria Japan

Seed Round in 2020
Theoria, Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates a specialized finance consulting platform known as Okane. This question and answer service allows general consumers to consult with finance professionals at no cost. Users can seek guidance on various financial topics, including household management, asset management, insurance, and mortgages. Theoria's platform is designed to provide prompt responses, ensuring that users receive accurate and helpful information regarding their financial concerns efficiently.

Crowd Food

Venture Round in 2016
Crowd Food is a digital platform that facilitates online business meetings between buyers and food manufacturing factories. It enables companies such as supermarkets, restaurants, and mail-order businesses to connect with manufacturers they have not previously interacted with, fostering new commercial relationships. The platform provides tools for customized searches and broadcast invitations, helping clients streamline their operations and enhance profitability through effective negotiations and business deals. By leveraging technology, Crowd Food creates opportunities for diverse stakeholders in the food industry to engage in meaningful transactions.

Foodison

Venture Round in 2015
Foodison, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2013 that operates a platform called UOPOCHI, enabling customers to order fish and related food products from various listed restaurants. The company also runs a fresh fish specialty store named Sakana bacca, which offers marine products sourced from diverse origins. Additionally, Foodison provides a wholesale service, Fish Poti, catering to restaurants. Through its innovative use of technology, the company is focused on enhancing the distribution of fresh groceries within the fishery sector.

Retty

Series B in 2013
Retty Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2010, operates a gourmet platform named Retty. This platform specializes in providing information about restaurants across Japan, with a focus on user-generated reviews and recommendations. It facilitates users to search for dining options based on store details and offers a social aspect by allowing individuals to share their restaurant experiences or plans with friends, making decision-making easier.

Retty

Series A in 2012
Retty Inc., established in Tokyo, Japan in 2010, operates a gourmet platform named Retty. This platform specializes in providing information about restaurants across Japan, with a focus on user-generated reviews and recommendations. It facilitates users to search for dining options based on store details and offers a social aspect by allowing individuals to share their restaurant experiences or plans with friends, making decision-making easier.
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