Invest in Japan’s Next Wave of Startups – Even If You Live Elsewhere!
Get insider access, vetted deals, and a front-row seat in Japan’s emerging startup scene.
- ✅ Free Japan Angel Investing Guide
- ✅ Weekly Funding Briefs & Insights
- ✅ Founding Member Invite to Our New Global Syndicate
Get your Free Guide to Angel Investing in Japan (Incl. Scorecard) + Weekly Funding Newsletter now!
Why So Many Angels Miss Out on Japan
Japan has thousands of promising startups – but most global investors stay on the sidelines:
- Hard to access high-quality, vetted deals
- Legal & tax structures feel opaque
- Trusted intros are rare without local context
Our global syndicate helps you cross the chasm – with transparency, structure, and trusted co-investors.
Why Japan? and Why Now?
- Mercari delivered ~149x return for early investors
- Paidy acquired by PayPal for $2.7B
- Sakana AI became a unicorn in <12 months
- 10,000+ startups launched in the past 3 years
- Yet <5% of funding comes from angels
You rarely get a major market this advanced with this little early capital.
Fourth Largest Economy
Thousands of Bold Founders
Almost no early-stage capital
Why Global Investors CAN Trust Japan Angel Hub:
- ✅ Access – We connect you to startups raising in Japan’s overlooked seed stage.
- ✅ Insight – Get deal memos, context, and commentary in plain English (not legalese).
- ✅ Community – Join a curated network of global investors, Japanese founders, and syndicate partners.
- ✅ Local + Global – Invest with context, even if you don’t live in Japan – without setting up a local entity or speaking Japanese.
Want to get started?
Grab the Free Angel Investing in Japan Guide (incl. scorecard) to start understanding the ecosystem.
Start Free – Then decide if you’re ready to go deeper!
Free Today:
- The Angel Investing in Japan Guide (PDF)
- The Japan Angel Scorecard (Are you ready?)
- Bonus: Sign-up to our weekly funding in Japan newsletter
Founding Member Application (Optional)
As we prepare to launch a global syndicate investing into Japan:
- Get early access to curated Japan deal flow
- Help shape the structure of our investor community
- Be among the first to co-invest with peers in our pilot syndicate
Apply only if you’re seriously exploring investment into Japan within the next 6–12 months.
👋 Hi There, I’m Matt and I want to help you invest in Japan!
For nearly two decades, I’ve worked at the across streams like finance, startups, and global innovation – collaborating with leading firms like Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and Nomura Securities.
In Japan, I’ve trained VCs at CyberAgent Capital and ANRI, and worked closely with growth-stage startups like Timee and DeNA.
Since 2018, I’ve coached and mentored over 50 Japanese founders – helping them raise capital, scale, and pitch to international investors.
But this isn’t just about me – it’s about what we build together.
A new kind of global angel community
Japan Angel Hub is a growing network of international angels who want to co-invest in Japan’s next wave of startups – and do it with confidence, clarity, and peers.
Whether you’re brand new to Japan or already exploring the market, we help you plug into:
- Local deal flow and founder access
- Cultural and legal context that matters
- A vetted network of angels and mentors
Your first step starts here
Download the free Angel Investing in Japan Guide + Scorecard – built for global angels like you.
You’ll learn how to:
- Spot your investor strengths
- Shape a thesis that fits Japan’s market
- Take the first real step toward investing in Japan – with clarity, not guesswork
From there we can help you demystify Japan – with our weekly funding wrap-ups, of startups securing funding and just generally doing great things in innovation.
Real Feedback from Founders Across Japan
I’ve supported over 50 startup founders in Japan on things like product development, hiring developers, pitching and managing co-founderships, and I am not stopping there. But, here is some feedback that I have got from founders:
“Matt is a great and responsible guy to work with. I tried different coaches before, but he is the best and I got a lot of insight every session. If you are going to work with him, I promise you have good time!“
“Working with Matt was transformative as a COO. He helped me identify areas for improvement, navigate complex challenges, and develop a more strategic mindset. I highly recommend Matt’s executive coaching services to other COOs looking to enhance their leadership skills and improve their performance.”
“My role sometimes requires a 100% shift in my attention. After working with Matt, I was able to figure out tools and patterns for myself that allowed me to maintain focus while better managing any sudden high-priority tasks.“
Startup Funding Wrap-up Weekly!
Your curated snapshot of Japan’s startup ecosystem – delivered straight to your inbox.
Here’s what you’ll get every week:
- Funding Roundup – The latest startup funding announcements from across Japan
- Trending Headlines – Key news stories shaping Japan’s venture and innovation landscape
- Events to Watch – Pitch nights, conferences, and must-know ecosystem happenings
- Japan Angel Hub Social Highlights – The posts and founder updates everyone’s talking about
Stay plugged in. Build your investor instincts and stay informed on Japan’s next big deals.
Become a Founding Member
We’re building a global angel syndicate focused on backing Japan’s most promising startups – and you can be part of the founding circle.
As a Founding Member, you’ll get:
- Early access to deals and founder intros
- Member-only calls, updates, and events
- A chance to shape the future of international investing in Japan
No Japanese required. No relocation needed.
Just conviction – and curiosity.
Apply now to join the founding circle
Stay plugged in. Build your investor instincts and stay informed on Japan’s next big deals.
Become a Founding Member of Japan Angel Hub!
Ready to explore Japan’s startup ecosystem with us?
Join the early wave of global angels building the first cross-border syndicate focused on Japan.
When you sign up, you’ll receive:
- Our Free Guide to Angel Investing in Japan
- A founder-friendly deal scorecard to assess opportunities
- Invitations to future pitch events, our founding member community and more!
Fill in your details below to claim your free tools and express interest in becoming a Founding Member of our global angel network.