ON&BOARD operates a startup studio function focused on "discovering promising business themes" and "thoroughly verifying founding potential." Within this framework, we run the startup support program "Out of BOUNDS" to assist aspiring entrepreneurs.

The "Out of BOUNDS" startup support program guides participants through hypothesis testing and business plan formulation based on their business themes. If a certain level of business clarity is reached, we consider investment and introduce the teams to investors interested in the theme, aiming for the launch of a new company after the program concludes.

Program Name Meaning

The naming of "Out of BOUNDS" embodies the passion of our members: the desire to co-create startups that will become the next social infrastructure for Japan and the world, by not fearing failure and not being constrained by existing frameworks.

Demo Day Highlights

On the day of the 3rd term "Out of BOUNDS" Demo Day, five teams with promising business hypotheses delivered passionate and creative pitches in front of approximately 130 attendees, including leading domestic venture capitalists and angel investors.

Winner

Acua

Developing an accounting AI BPO and Fintech business in Southeast Asia. The future goal is to integrate corporate card functions to become a "Finance OS" that enables real-time expenditure control and reporting.

#SoutheastAsia#AccountingAIBPO #CorporateCard

Mr. Sho Kondo

Runner-up

Medical Horizon, Inc.

Developing an LLM (Large Language Model) specialized for healthcare professionals, supporting clinical decision-making and academic paper writing. By generating outputs accompanied by evidential paper data, it allows immediate access to critical literature.

#AI #Healthcare #ActivePhysician

Mr. Kotaro Kikuchi

Audience Award

Boutique Residence & Co., Inc.

Engaged in a real estate development business that involves the planning, development, and operation of ultra-luxury branded residences. The company aims to realize world-class residential spaces for the ultra-wealthy by pursuing the ultimate in architectural beauty, hospitality, and privacy.

#BrandedResidence #UltraHighNetWorthRealEstate #LuxuryStartup

Mr. Kento Oki

DEMO DAY Presenters

(Titles omitted; listed in company name order)

Care Pat

Provides an AI-powered BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) solution to alleviate staff shortages and administrative burdens in elderly care facilities. The solution streamlines various back-office tasks, creating an environment where staff can focus on core caregiving duties.

Mr. Shunsuke Sobue

Sushi AI, Inc.

A partnership between an entrepreneur with IPO experience and an AI engineer from the University of Tokyo, advancing the development of AI products for large corporations. The company is also executing a roll-up strategy to integrate promising companies into the group early on.

Mr. Taiga Mizuno

 

Judges for the 3rd Term "Out of BOUNDS"

Yuutaro Kawanishi

• Representative Partner, Angel Bridge

• [Profile] Completed a master's program at the Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences, The University of Tokyo (Genetic Engineering), and holds an MBA from the University of Chicago. Worked in the Investment Banking Division at Goldman Sachs Japan, followed by growth-stage corporate investment at Bain Capital and Unison Capital. Established Angel Bridge in 2015.

Kyohei Mukawa

• Partner, Archetype Ventures

• [Profile] Current position after working at Mitsubishi Corporation and DNX Ventures. Holds an MBA from UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and a B.A. in Economics from the University of Tokyo.

 

Yohei Sawayama

• Founding Partner, Coral Capital

• [Profile] Founding Partner of Coral Capital. Co-founded 500 Startups Japan in 2015. Rebranded as Coral Capital in 2019 and assumed the role of Founding Partner. Has invested in over 120 companies to date, including SmartHR, KAKEHASHI, and Kyoto Fusioneering, managing approximately \$60 billion in total assets. Completed a master's degree in Engineering (Nuclear International Specialization) at the Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo. Part-time lecturer at Waseda University.

Takuya Hosomura

• Partner, Global Brain Corporation

• [Profile] Joined GB in 2024 after working at Sumitomo Corporation, Rakuten Capital, and Salesforce Ventures. Graduated from the School of Political Science and Economics, Waseda University, and holds an MBA from Bond University, Australia.

Taku Yamanaka

• Representative Partner, i-nest capital, Inc.

• [Profile] Established i-nest capital in 2019 after working at The Industrial Bank of Japan and Mobile Internet Capital. Graduated from the Faculty of Economics, The University of Tokyo.

Noriyuki Ito

• Senior Capitalist, Nissei Capital Co., Ltd.

• [Profile] Graduated from the School of Political Science and Economics, Waseda University. After working at an EdTech startup, he engaged in investment/analysis of domestic startups and management support for IPO at Dream Incubator Inc. Key IPO achievements include Cover Corp. (5253) and BABY JOB (293A). Presents lectures on "Venture Strategy Planning" and "Venture Capital Finance" at a business school on weekends.

Yamato Sasagawa

• Principal, WiL (World Innovation Lab)

• [Profile] Gained internship experience at startups in both Japan and the US during his student years. After university graduation, he founded a company in Indonesia, raised funds, and sold it to C Channel in 2016. He became the Representative Director of C Channel Indonesia, launching an influencer platform business in Indonesia and expanding it to Japan. Stepped down as representative in February 2022 and engaged in blockchain business and startup support. Joined WiL in 2023.

Yuta Hashimoto

• Manager, New Business Creation Department, Innovation Promotion & CVC Unit, Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd.

• [Profile] Current position since 2021 after working at a newspaper company, a consulting firm, and a railway company. He established "BRICKS FUND TOKYO," a CVC based on the concept of co-creation in growth industries, where he is involved in new investment, growth support for promising startups, promotion of collaboration/business co-creation with portfolio companies, and strategic planning for the overall fund. He also launched a startup studio initiative, leading the planning and execution of the company's open innovation strategy. Leveraging over 7 years of experience from his previous role—where he oversaw the company's first full-scale open innovation activities, including the launch of accelerator programs, incubation offices, and new business planning through capital alliances—he aims to contribute to the transformation of existing industries and the creation of new ones.

Upcoming Startup Support Program: 4th Term "Out of BOUNDS for Biz"

ON&BOARD will launch the 4th term of the startup support program, "Out of BOUNDS for Biz." We will begin recruiting participants in November 2025. We encourage anyone who wishes to challenge themselves in founding a startup or discover a promising business theme to apply!

Pre-applications and consultation meetings are available even before the official application period begins. Please feel free to contact us for inquiries.

Company Overview

• Company Name: ON&BOARD Inc. (ON&BOARD Kabushiki Kaisha)

• Fund Name: ON&BOARD Investment Limited Partnership

• Fund Establishment: June 2024

• Representative Directors: Masato Shimodaira, Kosuke Nakayama

• Location: Toranomon Hills Business Tower 15F (CIC Tokyo), 1-17-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-6415, Japan

• Business Activities: Management and operation of venture capital funds and incubation-related businesses

• URL: https://onboardvc.com/

 

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