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Shionogi & Co.

Shionogi & Co.

Overview

Shionogi & Co., Ltd. is a Japanese pharmaceutical company that focuses on the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of pharmaceutical products, particularly in the areas of infectious diseases, pain/central nervous system (CNS), and cancer. While its primary function is as an operating company, it also engages in strategic investments. In April 2025, the company established a Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) group to invest in seed, early, and mid-stage startups to identify future growth opportunities. The company also acts as a Limited Partner (LP) through investment agreements with venture capital funds like AN Venture Partners.

Portfolio Companies

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Investments

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Dioseve Inc.Jun 2026Series A ExtensionLead
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LIFESCAPESNov 2022Series C ExtensionCo-investor
Pixie Dust TechnologiesOct 2022Series CCo-investor
AVITA, Inc.Sep 2021SeedCo-investor

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HeadquartersJapan
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