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HAKOBUNE Revamps Its Digital Presence and Investor Resources

HAKOBUNE, a Tokyo-based independent venture capital firm specializing in pre-seed and seed-stage investments, undertook a significant digital enhancement on October 14, 2025. This renovation included a comprehensive overhaul of its corporate website and the launch of a specialized database portal designed to assist entrepreneurs in navigating the investment landscape. Alongside these updates, HAKOBUNE also released the October 2025 edition of its national startup investor list, crucial for fledgling companies looking for funding.

Background and Objectives of the Renewal

Japan's startup ecosystem is rapidly expanding; however, entrepreneurs still face challenges when accessing necessary information for business growth. The collection of data regarding investors, industry trends, and support programs can prove cumbersome, especially for early-stage founders who may be overwhelmed by the amount of scattered information available.

Recognizing this issue, HAKOBUNE has chosen to leverage its accumulated expertise and data from its investment activities to benefit the broader entrepreneur community. The revamped digital presence aims to distinctly separate corporate and database functionalities, thereby offering optimized information for each target audience.

Key Points of the Revamp

1. Complete Overhaul of the Corporate Website
The corporate site has been redesigned to effectively communicate HAKOBUNE's vision, investment policies, team insights, and portfolio. This update allows the firm to articulate its values and approach clearly to startup founders and potential collaborators.
Visit the revamped website here.

2. Launch of an Independent Database Portal
The new independent portal, separate from the corporate site, will serve as a resource hub for investors’ lists and other vital data. This platform aims to systematically organize and present useful information tailored for entrepreneurs, with plans for continuous content enhancement in the future.
Explore the database portal here.

3. Optimization of Information Access and Update Processes
The separation of the corporate information and database functionalities has allowed for the creation of user interfaces and experiences fine-tuned to each aspect of the site. The database portal will undergo regular updates, ensuring delivery of the latest and most relevant content to users.

Contents of the October 2025 Investor List

With the new database portal established, HAKOBUNE has made available its latest investor list for October 2025, featuring:

• - Coverage Period: Information compiled reflects data from January 1, 2023, to September 30, 2025.
• - Structure: The list consists of 11 sheets, categorized as follows: “Description,” “New VC/CVC,” “All Rounds,” “Pre-Seed/Seed,” “Pre-Series A,” “Series A,” “Series B,” “Series C,” “Series D and Beyond,” “Unknown or Capital Business Collaboration,” and “Category Division.”
• - Usage: Users can freely download the list to create their own outreach initiatives.

Access the investor list by round.

About HAKOBUNE

HAKOBUNE operates under the philosophy of investing in transformational changes that embody the spirit of the times. The firm targets organizations and unconventional thinkers across various sectors, aiming to foster a cycle of innovation led by entrepreneurial adults who challenge the status quo. To date, HAKOBUNE has invested in over 20 pre-seed and seed-stage startups. The firm has plans to expand its offerings including incubation programs, community building, workshops, and initiatives to discover and support adult entrepreneurs.
Learn more about HAKOBUNE.