JP LIFE NEXT FUND

JP LIFE NEXT FUND is a Japanese venture capital fund focusing on investments in life sciences and healthcare sectors. The fund is managed by Kampo Next Partners Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Japan Post Insurance Co., Ltd. The fund's headquarters are located in Tokyo, Japan.

The fund's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of stages, including Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth, and Late Stage investments. It primarily focuses on the Japanese market, targeting companies in the life sciences and healthcare industries. The fund aims to support innovative startups and established companies within these sectors.

Since its inception, JP LIFE NEXT FUND has been actively investing in various companies, with a total investment exceeding 2.7 billion yen across 17 startups. In 2024 alone, the fund invested over 1.9 billion yen in 13 companies. The fund has also facilitated collaborations between its portfolio companies and Japan Post Insurance, leading to fruitful partnerships.