Japan Asia Investment

What is Japan Asia Investment?

Japan Asia Investment Company (JAIC) is a venture capital firm based in Tokyo, Japan, that has been in operation since its founding in 1981 by the Japan Association of Corporate Executives (Keizai Doyukai). JAIC's primary mission is to expand direct investment opportunities in Asia, facilitating economic growth and development in the region. They focus on nurturing and providing support to venture companies as well as small and medium-sized enterprises by delivering smart capital solutions.

Their investment portfolio spans various high-growth industries, including software, particularly web marketplaces and SaaS platforms, IT sectors encompassing technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT), biotechnology, hardware, manufacturing, clean technology, artificial intelligence, big data, health technology, fitness, gaming, and eSports.

As a fund of funds, they manage multiple funds globally and locally, leveraging the expertise of their investment managers across different investment teams such as venture capital, growth, new investment areas, buyout, restructuring finance, and private equity secondary investments.

On their website, they emphasize not only their expansive global corporate network and business presence in the versatile Asian markets but also their commitment to sustainability and ethical investment practices. Additionally, the website informs visitors about their latest activities, including successful initial public offerings (IPOs), key funds under management, and various business ventures in energy infrastructure, healthcare, and smart agriculture. The site further provides investor relations information, financial statements, and a medium-term management plan.

JAIC warns against unsolicited offers and fraudulent activities using their name or likeness and advises caution to potential investors.