Samurai Incubate Fund No. 7
A programme by Samurai Incubate
Venture fund that invests in seed and early-stage startups, mainly ICT-based businesses with potential in Japan, and is currently in operation.
At a glance
| Best for | Seed and early-stage startups, mainly ICT-based businesses with potential in Japan and overseas. |
|---|---|
| Cost | Takes equity |
About Samurai Incubate Fund No. 7
Samurai Incubate Fund No. 7 is the company's fund currently in operation. It was set up in March 2022 and invests in seed and early-stage startups, mainly businesses that use ICT and could affect Japanese industry and later expand overseas.
What you get
- Equity investment from the fund
- Follow-on investment in later rounds
Who can apply
- Seed and early-stage startups
- Businesses across a broad range of sectors that use ICT
- Overseas-incorporated startups are also considered, according to the fund page, although the main vehicles are described as Japan-centred
How selection works: The company says decisions take about one to three months. The site does not describe its selection criteria.
How to apply: Send a pitch deck and a document showing your shareholder structure through the fundraising consultation on the contact page. Ideas that are not yet incorporated can send a written business outline instead.