Fiducia Inc.

Overview

Fiducia Inc. is a Tokyo-based investment firm specializing in private equity and venture capital investments in technology and healthcare sectors within Japan. The firm focuses on cultivating and investing in innovative companies in real technology (Real/Deep Tech) and healthcare innovations. Fiducia's inaugural fund, the Fiducia Growth Tech Limited Liability Investment Limited Partnership, launched in February 2022 with an initial size of 3.26 billion yen, aiming to raise up to 10 billion yen within its first year. The fund has secured commitments from institutional investors, including AI Capital Co., Ltd., Tokyo University of Science Investment Management Co., Ltd., Nanto Bank Co., Ltd., and Pavilion Capital. In March 2023, Fiducia secured additional funding from the SBI Group, increasing its assets under management to 3.86 billion yen. This partnership underscores Fiducia's commitment to supporting growth-stage companies in Japan's technology and healthcare sectors. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes active engagement and support for entrepreneurs, aiming to enhance corporate values through capital infusion and intellectual support. Fiducia's leadership includes founding partners Takumi Shibata and Tokihiko Shimizu, both with extensive experience in the financial industry, having held significant positions at Nomura Holdings and Nikko Asset Management. Their expertise and networks contribute to Fiducia's ability to identify and nurture promising investment opportunities in Japan's dynamic market. Fiducia's approach combines financial investment with strategic guidance, positioning it as a key player in Japan's private equity landscape, dedicated to fostering innovation and addressing global social challenges through its portfolio companies.