D4V1 Investment Limited Partnership

Overview

D4V1 Investment Limited Partnership is a venture capital fund based in Tokyo, Japan, focusing on early-stage startups. The fund is managed by D4V, a venture capital firm that partners with the global design company IDEO to provide both financial investment and hands-on support to startups. D4V aims to help startups create value through human-centered customer experiences and interactions. The fund primarily invests in Japanese consumer and enterprise technology startups across multiple industries, including technology, healthcare, consumer goods, enterprise software, e-commerce, fintech, edtech, media, entertainment, gaming, artificial intelligence, robotics, biotechnology, clean energy, and agriculture. D4V's investment strategy emphasizes a human-centered approach, focusing on user experience and working closely with startups to identify and meet end-users' needs. The firm supports startups that are passionate about bettering the lives of individuals and advancing societal interests. D4V leverages its global network, including IDEO's presence in nine locations worldwide, to provide a global perspective on market trends and technologies, even for startups launching initially in Japan. Since its establishment in 2016, D4V has invested in over 40 companies, including Exawizards, Infostellar, AirCloset, and Campfire. The fund has closed two major funds: D4V1 Fund in March 2018 with approximately 5.3 billion yen (about 50 million USD) and D4V2 Fund in November 2022 with approximately 5.4 billion yen. D4V's investment philosophy combines financial support with design expertise to help startups achieve growth and success in both domestic and international markets.

Investment Focus

• Early-stage startups
• Focus on consumer and enterprise technology
• Potential for global impact
• Commitment to human-centered design principles

Portfolio Companies