Investment
UTokyo IPC invests in startups that strive to implement academia-linked deep tech in society,
with the goal of expanding the University of Tokyo’s innovation ecosystem.
UTokyo IPC gives back to society through the successes born from the University of Tokyo’s academic, educational and research endeavors.
Furthermore, we aim to achieve environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through our investment activities. We do so out of a commitment to serve the global public, as stated in the University of Tokyo Charter, and to be a responsible member of society.
Fund Overview
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IPC Fund 1
- IPC Fund 1
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Established: December 2016
Period: 15 years
Size: USD 192 million
- Purpose:
- Direct investment in startups connected to the University of Tokyo
Investment in private sector venture capital funds
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AOI Fund 1
- AOI Fund 1
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Established: 2020
Period: 15 years
Size: USD 197 million
- Purpose:
- Investment to establish joint ventures and execute carve outs
Investment in pre-seed startups partnered with business companies
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- IPO・Exited
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- Investments in venture capital funds
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- Investment Principle
- The University of Tokyo aspires to form a global base for knowledge collaboration over the next 70 years to help create the future of human society. It aims to become the focal point of reform into a knowledge-intensive society, in line with the University of Tokyo Charter, which states to serve the global public.
