D4V (Design for Ventures)
Tokyod4v.com
Overview
D4V (Design for Ventures) is a Tokyo-based early-stage venture capital firm that partners with the global design firm IDEO. It invests in seed to Series A stage startups in both the consumer and enterprise sectors, with a focus on companies that can leverage design to drive innovation and growth. D4V provides both financial investment and hands-on support in areas like branding, product/service design, and organizational design. The firm's investment themes include Digital Disruption, New Lifestyles, FinTech, EdTech, and HealthTech.
Portfolio Companies
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Website
d4v.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dioseve Inc. | Jun 2026 | Series A Extension | Co-investor |
| Calaris Inc. | Jun 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Free Standard | Mar 2026 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Yuimedi | Feb 2026 | Series A | Co-investor |
| CELLORB Inc. | Oct 2025 | Early Funding | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
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