Ajinomoto
Status
Active
Global HQ
Tokyo, Japan
Countries of investment
- Japan
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
- Series B
Industries
- Food
- Healthcare
- ICT
- Green Technology
About
Ajinomoto is a Japanbased multinational corporation known for its contributions to the food, healthcare, and electronic materials industries. Through its CVC arm, Ajinomoto invests in startups that can drive innovation and growth in these sectors, providing them with access to the company's extensive R&D and manufacturing capabilities.
Ajinomoto is a Japanbased multinational corporation known for its contributions to the food, healthcare, and electronic materials industries. Through its CVC arm, Ajinomoto invests in startups that can drive innovation and growth in these sectors, providing them with access to the company's extensive R&D and manufacturing capabilities.
Investment Thesis
Ajinomoto’s Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) arm focuses on investing in innovative startups that align with the company's strategic interests in food, healthcare, information & communications technology (ICT), and green technology. The goal is to leverage advanced technologies and scientific research to address global challenges and expand into new growth areas.
Ajinomoto Contacts Information
Primary contact
Team
Shunji Takehana (General Manager of the CVC arm)
Portfolio
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