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Kotaro Yamagishi

VC Partner, Keio Innovation Initiative

Location

Japan, Asia

Cheque size

$500K - $5M

Investment Stage

Seed
Series A

Focus Areas

AI
Deep Tech

About Investor

Kotaro Yamagishi is the Representative Director and CEO of Keio Innovation Initiative in Tokyo. He invests in DeepTech and AI companies at the Seed and Series A stages. His work centers on transforming advanced research and technical innovation into businesses with meaningful commercial applications. Kotaro generally invests between $500K and $5M, with a preferred commitment of approximately $3M. As a lead investor, he plays an active role in investment decisions and in supporting founders after financing. Through Keio Innovation Initiative, he helps bridge the gap between academic innovation, entrepreneurship, and long-term company building.

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