OUVC - Venture Capital & Venture Studio

Osaka University Venture Capital Co., Ltd. (OUVC) was established in 2014 as a venture capital firm deeply rooted in Japan's academic ecosystem. Its primary mission is to leverage the world-class research outcomes of Osaka University and other affiliated research institutions to create and foster new industries. OUVC operates with a dual model of "Venture Capital" and "Venture Studio," not only providing investment capital but also offering comprehensive, hands-on support in management, R&D strategy, and business development to help its portfolio companies grow and succeed on a global scale. The firm focuses on seed and early-stage investments in technology-intensive fields such as life sciences, ICT, and engineering.