WERU Investment Co. Ltd.

About The Fund

WERU Investment Co. Ltd. is recognized as a pioneer and leader in the venture capital sector in Japan, with over two decades of experience. They focus on fostering innovation and supporting entrepreneurial endeavors by creating unique connections between government entities, businesses, and academic institutions. Founded in 1993 by faculty members from Waseda University's graduate school, WERU stands out as the inaugural research entity in Japan dedicated to entrepreneurship. Their distinction extends further as being the first venture capital firm with deep ties to university research laboratories, centers, and institutes within the country. WERU Investment specializes in delivering financial services to institutional clients, which include pension funds and endowments. As a Japanese discretionary investment manager (DIM), they employ a wealth of research resources, a vast repository of expertise, and a robust network to guide their investment decisions. Their investment strategy encompasses a minimum investment threshold of 600,000 and extends up to a maximum of 7,300,000, allowing them to cater to a diverse range of investment opportunities and scale their impact according to the needs of their stakeholders. The firm's website offers a clear representation of their mission and investment focus, highlighting their role as the first university-fueled venture capital firm in Japan. The site is a hub of information that showcases their team, venture capital activities, equity involvement, credit operations, and case studies, alongside recent news updates and a portfolio that includes prominent investments like LeoLabs, Zuva, and CoreTissue BioEngineering. WERU Investment's strategic positioning and unique model serve as a testament to their commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship within the Japanese market and beyond.