DNX Capital
at a Glance
We partner with ambitious entrepreneurs and their teams to help drive
transformation in Japan and beyond.
From Seed to Growth
Across three main funds plus annex and seed funds — 8 funds in total — we manage approximately JPY 71 billion in cumulative AUM. We invest continuously from the seed through the growth stage and beyond.
B2B Software
JAPAN + APAC
We invest in B2B startups across Japan and APAC, with a particular focus on B2B software — helping transform the region’s industries and society.
Strategy
EARLY /
LEAD /
BOARD
We lead early-stage rounds and serve as outside directors to steer corporate governance — partnering with founders through every stage of growth.
Entrepreneur
We back those who are dedicated to transforming industries and society.
Contribution
We pursue excellence at every step to deliver real partnership, all in service of our portfolio companies’ success, the healthy growth of Japan’s startup ecosystem, and industry transformation.
From founding to exit.
We drive portfolio company growth as a team,
every step of the way.
A team that knows excellence
— bringing together experience in overseas industries and academia,
along with proven track records in software and startups.
B2B software — the expertise DNX Capital
has built over many years.
Update
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2026.09.01 DNX Ventures Unveils Independent Japan and U.S. Brands, Launching “DNX Capital” in JapanDNX Capital
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2026.01.28 Welcome to the Team: Masayuki OgawaDNX Capital
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2026.01.26 Welcome to the Team: Shima UmemuraDNX Capital
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2025.12.03 Welcome to the Team: Keisuke KoumuraDNX Capital
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2025.08.15 DNX Studio Launches Its First StartupDNX Capital
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2025.04.01 Welcome to the Team: Chizen OkikuraDNX Capital
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2024.12.09 Welcome to the Team: Ayaka NagashimaDNX Capital
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2024.10.28 Welcome to the Team: Osamu FunatsuDNX Capital
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2024.07.02 Welcome to the Team: Ren SuzukiDNX Capital
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2024.06.14 SaaS Multiples in Japan and the U.S.: What Really Drives ValuationDNX Capital