Beta Venture Capital

β Venture Capital is an independent venture capital firm headquartered in Fukuoka, Japan, investing in startups across Kyushu and other regional areas of Japan. Its remit spans seed-stage backing through to later growth financings, with a stated aim of supporting companies with the potential to create diverse futures. The firm reports a portfolio of 99 companies. Details on fund size, cheque size and founding year are not disclosed.

Alongside capital, the firm provides what it terms entrepreneur support activities: connecting founders with human capital, knowledge and regional networks. This is intended to circulate what the firm describes as good capital - financial investment paired with practical and community support rather than funding alone. The firm also publishes startup interviews, investment know-how and commentary on the regional startup ecosystem.

Its stated thesis rests on the view that valuable opportunities emerge from uncertainty and unmet local needs, and on building an environment in which entrepreneurs, investors and communities can create ventures and industries together. The approach is regionally rooted and community-oriented, positioning the firm as a counterpart to investors concentrated in Japan's larger metropolitan markets.