ZenShin Capital Partners

Overview

ZenShin Capital Partners is a venture capital firm specializing in early to expansion stage investments in information technology companies that have a connection to Japan. Founded in 2005 by Takeshi Mori and Yoji Kawaguchi, the firm is based in Menlo Park, California. ZenShin Capital Partners aims to support companies that can benefit from customers and partners in Japan, leveraging their expertise to help portfolio companies navigate the Japanese market. The firm's investment strategy focuses on information technology sectors, including medical devices and instruments. They provide value-added support to portfolio companies, assisting them in expanding their reach and operations within Japan. ZenShin Capital Partners has a history of investing in companies such as VideoAmp, Iotera, Strikingly, Peatix, and HackerRank. With a team experienced in both U.S. and Japanese markets, ZenShin Capital Partners offers a unique perspective to companies seeking to establish or expand their presence in Japan. Their approach combines venture investment experience with business development skills, aiming to create successful partnerships that bridge the gap between the U.S. and Japanese markets.

Investment Focus

• Companies with a connection to Japan
• Information technology focus
• Early to expansion stage

Portfolio Companies