Kepple Group

Overview

Kepple Group is a Tokyo-based venture capital firm dedicated to fostering innovation and supporting the growth of startups across various sectors. The firm operates with a mission to 'Create New Industries,' aiming to contribute to the development of the startup ecosystem by providing comprehensive support to entrepreneurs and investors. Kepple Group offers a range of services, including the startup media 'KEPPLE,' the startup database 'KEPPLE DB,' and the unlisted stock management tool 'KEPPLE CRM.' These services are designed to enhance the visibility of the startup ecosystem, promote innovation, and streamline investment processes. In addition to its domestic operations, Kepple Group has expanded its reach internationally through Kepple Africa Ventures, a venture capital firm established in 2019. Kepple Africa Ventures focuses on providing seed-stage and early-stage financing to startups across Africa, particularly in sectors such as information technology, fintech, and business-to-consumer markets. This expansion reflects Kepple Group's commitment to fostering global innovation and supporting the growth of startups beyond Japan. Kepple Group's investment strategy encompasses various stages of startup development, including seed, early stage, late stage, growth, and pre-IPO phases. The firm is actively involved in sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, energy, education, media, transportation, agriculture, real estate, telecommunications, manufacturing, logistics, tourism, and retail. By offering a diverse range of services and maintaining a broad investment focus, Kepple Group plays a significant role in nurturing the startup ecosystem both in Japan and internationally.

Investment Focus

• Innovative business models
• Scalable growth potential
• Strong management teams
• Clear market differentiation
• Commitment to sustainability

Portfolio Companies