Mizuho Capital

Mizuho Capital is a venture capital firm headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, and is affiliated with Mizuho Bank, the second-largest bank in Japan by assets. Founded in 1983, the firm specializes in investments across various sectors, including information technology, internet-related services, biotechnology, healthcare, and manufacturing. Mizuho Capital manages approximately ¥49.6 billion JPY and has a significant track record, with over 600 of its portfolio companies having gone public. The firm was established in its current form in 2002 through the merger of three subsidiaries: Fujigin Capital, Tokyo Venture Capital, and IBJ Investment, which were previously associated with leading Japanese banks. Mizuho Capital is recognized as the fifth-largest venture capital firm in Japan, reflecting its influential position within the industry.

Shinichiro Hisaya

Investment Manager

Shinichiro Kuge

Investment Manager

Hajime Saito

President

Omachi Yusuke

President and CEO

Past deals in Robotics

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.

Turing

Seed Round in 2024
Turing develops and manufactures fully autonomous vehicles.

Qibitech

Venture Round in 2024
Qibitech is a technology company focused on developing advanced robotic solutions and remote control services. It has created HATS, a system that allows a human operator to remotely enhance the functionality of robots, thereby improving their flexibility and efficiency. In addition to HATS, Qibitech offers a platform for integrating operational data with business improvement systems. The company specializes in contract development, provides research reports on technological trends and patents, and offers technical consulting related to intelligent robots and Internet of Things systems. By leveraging its expertise, Qibitech aims to help customers address their specific challenges and enhance their operational capabilities.

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.

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.

AGRIST

Series A in 2022
AGRIST Inc. is a Japanese company founded in 2019 that specializes in agricultural technology, particularly in the development of automatic harvesting robots. These robots are designed to address the challenges posed by an aging farmer population and the consequent labor shortages in agriculture. By utilizing artificial intelligence, AGRIST's robots can efficiently harvest crops and fruits, thereby enhancing productivity and reducing operational costs for farmers, especially in greenhouse settings. In addition to its robotic solutions, the company also provides financing options for farmers to acquire these advanced technologies, further supporting the modernization of agricultural practices.

RT Corporation

Series C in 2022
RT Corporation, based in Chiyoda ku, Japan, develops and sells a range of robots and robotic components, focusing on both military and service applications. Its product lineup includes specialized robots such as army-type models and micro mouse robots, including the CRANE-X7, AI Chip V3, and GAINER mini. The company also offers a variety of services, encompassing robot development, hardware and software creation, compound biopsy services, and contract manufacturing. Established in 2005, RT Corporation aims to meet the growing demands for service robots in various domestic and international markets, leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence to enhance its offerings.

LexxPluss

Series A in 2021
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.

RT Corporation

Series B in 2019
RT Corporation, based in Chiyoda ku, Japan, develops and sells a range of robots and robotic components, focusing on both military and service applications. Its product lineup includes specialized robots such as army-type models and micro mouse robots, including the CRANE-X7, AI Chip V3, and GAINER mini. The company also offers a variety of services, encompassing robot development, hardware and software creation, compound biopsy services, and contract manufacturing. Established in 2005, RT Corporation aims to meet the growing demands for service robots in various domestic and international markets, leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence to enhance its offerings.

Pixie Dust Technologies

Series B in 2019
Pixie Dust Technologies, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the development of advanced phased array and digital fabrication technologies. The company’s flagship product is an ultrasonic phased array system that enables various innovative applications, such as generating force in mid-air, transporting objects without physical contact, and delivering targeted sounds to individuals in a crowd. Additionally, Pixie Dust Technologies creates devices like Sound Hug, which combines music with light and vibration, and Sonorepro, a hair care tool utilizing non-contact oscillating pressure stimulation. The company's offerings also include Vuevo, a service designed to visualize conversations among multiple people, and kikippa, a device focused on gamma wave sound care. Through its unique technological solutions, Pixie Dust Technologies aims to enhance social trust and improve user experiences across different domains.

Telexistence

Series A in 2018
Telexistence is a company focused on advancing robotic technologies that enable users to interact with remote environments through online remote control systems. By transmitting, accumulating, and analyzing visual, auditory, and tactile information, Telexistence enhances the ability of individuals to operate effectively from a distance. The company emphasizes systematic innovation in robotics, aiming to develop scalable and reproducible solutions that expand human presence in various settings.

RT Corporation

Series A in 2017
RT Corporation, based in Chiyoda ku, Japan, develops and sells a range of robots and robotic components, focusing on both military and service applications. Its product lineup includes specialized robots such as army-type models and micro mouse robots, including the CRANE-X7, AI Chip V3, and GAINER mini. The company also offers a variety of services, encompassing robot development, hardware and software creation, compound biopsy services, and contract manufacturing. Established in 2005, RT Corporation aims to meet the growing demands for service robots in various domestic and international markets, leveraging advancements in artificial intelligence to enhance its offerings.

LifeRobotics

Series B in 2016
Through us it is, provides the development of co-robot to help people, People will contribute to the creation of new value.

Robot Start

Seed Round in 2016
Robot Start is a Tokyo-based company established in 2014 that specializes in software development for the robotics industry, particularly focusing on communication robots. The company targets various sectors, including smart speakers, voice assistants, and service robots. Through its diverse offerings, which encompass a platform business, media business, and consulting services, Robot Start aims to enhance the communication robot industry and assist clients in optimizing the value of digital audio advertising.
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