W inc.
- Overseas Development
- Ecosystem Development
- All Startups/Scaleups
Overview
We are a venture capital firm that invests in seed, early, pre-series A, and series A startups in the lifestyle, entertainment, and sports fields from the early stages. We aim to build the future together with entrepreneurs.
Initiative details
We primarily organize study sessions, pitch events, and study tours in Southeast Asia.
1. In the study sessions, we facilitate knowledge sharing on expanding into Southeast Asia.
2. At the pitch events, investors active in Southeast Asia serve as judges to select approximately 20 startups.
3. After selection, we conduct an on-site study tour in Southeast Asia. During this, we aim to create opportunities for securing funding from local VCs and conglomerates, as well as for collaborations with business corporations and the government.
4. Following this, we provide support for marketing expenses in the Southeast Asian market.
By offering a one-stop support system—from study sessions to overseas business assistance—we aim to build an environment in which Japanese startups can succeed in the Southeast Asian market. Additionally, we seek to form a community of entrepreneurs aiming to enter international markets and those who have already expanded overseas, sharing knowledge about international expansion. Through this, we hope to lower the barriers to global expansion, both in terms of mindset and actions.
Progress
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Outcomes / As of March 31, 2025
Outputs / As of March 31, 2025
Details
■ Activity Overview
As part of the Tokyo ASEAN Bridge initiative aimed at supporting startups expanding into ASEAN markets, we organized a study session and a pitch event for startups seeking overseas expansion.
■ Details of Activities
① Study Session
We hosted a study session based on W fund’s investment experience in Southeast Asia, covering the following key topics:
• Recruitment strategies
• Legal system development
• Marketing approaches
• Local fundraising methods
• Trend analysis etc
Participants highly appreciated the session, commenting that it provided valuable insights and practical tips for expanding into Southeast Asia.
Study session by W fund on strategies for Southeast Asia expansion
② Pitch Event
We invited prominent investors active in Southeast Asia to join the Tokyo ASEAN Bridge Pitch Event.
On the day of the event, 18 startups aiming for ASEAN expansion pitched their businesses, joined by over 60 participants including VCs, corporate partners, and overseas expansion supporters.
The event also served as a vibrant networking opportunity, leading to initial discussions toward business collaboration and local partnerships.
Startups presenting their ASEAN expansion strategies
Group photo with invited investors and presenting startups
■ Outcomes
• Both the study session and the pitch event received positive feedback from participants, who stated that the content was "highly beneficial for future overseas expansion."
• Number of applicant startups: 74
• Number of participating startups: 18
• Number of networking participants: Over 60
• Follow-up meetings with local investors are currently in progress after the pitch event.
■ Future Plans
We will continue preparations for an upcoming on-site visit to Southeast Asia to further support startups' overseas expansion.
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