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Funds Group to Participate in IVS2026 Kyoto

Funds Group, based in Shibuya, Tokyo, announced its participation in the upcoming IVS2026 Kyoto, slated for July 1-3, 2026. This startup conference will feature a total of five sessions led by representatives of the company, aiming to foster discussions on Japan's capital market and startup ecosystem.

Key Sessions and Topics

Entrepreneur to CEO Session

Date: July 1, 2026
Time: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Moderator: Yuichiro Fujita, CEO of Funds Group
This session will explore the pivotal moment when entrepreneurs transition into effective business leaders. The panel will feature insights from prominent figures, including Shozo Narita (CEO, MW Inc), Tao Cheng (CEO, Issin Corp), and Yutaka Nakao (CEO, Kakehashi Inc).

Redesigning Japan's Growth Capital Circulation

Date: July 1, 2026
Time: 10:50 AM - 12:00 PM
Moderator: Hiroaki Maekawa, CEO of Funds Startups
In this session, various stakeholders, including Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and influential policymakers, will engage in discussions about revitalizing Japan's growth capital circulation policy. This session aims to align governmental and private sector interests for nurturing startups.

Government as a Catalyst for Future Industries

Date: July 1, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Moderator: Hiroaki Maekawa
This discussion will examine the government's role in fostering next-generation industrial ecosystems and bring together key voices from various sectors. The session promises valuable perspectives from executives and officials, including Kazuhiko Chuma (Mizuho Financial Group) and Hiroshi Ishikawa (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry).

New Standards in Startup Finance

Date: July 3, 2026
Time: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Moderator: Hiroaki Maekawa
In a rapidly changing financial landscape, this session will delve into emerging standards in startup finance, featuring insights from industry leaders like Manabu Oura (FUNDINNO) and Takeshi Matsuda (Mizuho Bank).

Strategies for Later Stage Startups

Date: July 3, 2026
Time: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Moderator: Hiroaki Maekawa
This final session will focus on how later-stage startups can navigate dramatic market shifts, with contributions from experienced CFOs and advisors in the field.

About IVS2026 Kyoto

The Infinity Ventures Summit (IVS) is Japan’s largest startup conference, providing a platform for entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, and policymakers to discuss the future of the startup ecosystem. The event in 2026 is expected to bring together a diverse crowd, enhancing dialogue and collaboration within the industry.

About Funds Group

Funds Group operates a groundbreaking direct finance platform designed to connect individual investors with growth companies. Their mission is to change the flow of capital and increase overall wealth. Through the platform, individuals can invest from as little as 1 yen in funds issued by growth enterprises, promoting direct financing across various asset classes.

Funds Startups, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Funds Group, is focused on expanding funding opportunities for growth companies via venture debt funds. With a commitment to increasing the supply of growth capital, the company has successfully forged partnerships with financial institutions.

For more information about the event schedule and additional details, please visit the official IVS2026 site and Funds Startups press release.