MTG Ventures

MTG Ventures is a corporate venture capital firm established in October 2018 as a subsidiary of MTG Co., Ltd., a company specializing in beauty and wellness products. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage technology companies with high growth potential, particularly in the Beauty & Wellness-Tech, Food-Tech, and Sports-Tech sectors. With an initial investment capacity of 5 billion yen, MTG Ventures aims to foster innovation and support the growth of startups in these industries.

The firm's investment strategy involves providing not only capital but also leveraging MTG Co., Ltd.'s expertise in product development, branding, and marketing to accelerate the growth of its portfolio companies. MTG Ventures seeks to collaborate with entrepreneurs to create new industries and contribute to the development of the startup ecosystem. The firm has been actively involved in various initiatives, including supporting the Central Japan Startup Ecosystem Consortium, which aims to promote the startup ecosystem in the Chubu region.

MTG Ventures' portfolio includes companies like MiL, a wellness-tech venture focusing on personalized nutrition, and Clear, which operates a media platform and luxury sake brand. These investments reflect the firm's commitment to supporting innovative startups that align with its strategic focus areas. By combining financial support with strategic resources, MTG Ventures strives to drive the success of its investee companies and contribute to the broader innovation landscape in Japan.