DC
DBJ Capital is the venture capital subsidiary of Development Bank of Japan, investing at seed and early stages with follow-on capital and post-investment support for startups.
D4V
D4V is a Tokyo-based early-stage venture capital firm investing in consumer and enterprise technology startups, with design and business support provided through a partnership with IDEO.
D4V (Design for Ventures) is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Tokyo, Japan. It invests in technology startups, principally in Japan, across disruptive consumer and enterprise technology. Investments are made at seed and early stage.
The firm's distinguishing feature is its combination of venture capital with design capability, delivered through a partnership with global design firm IDEO. Portfolio companies receive hands-on design and business support and access to IDEO's global network of design and business expertise. The stated focus of that support is helping founders reach market, establish distinctive positioning, and pursue growth.
D4V describes its approach as combining entrepreneurship, venture capital and design within a single investment process. It seeks entrepreneurs using technology to create social change and positive difference. Geographic presence is concentrated in Tokyo and Japan, with reach extended through IDEO's global network.
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