Coral Capital

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Investor type

Founded

2019

AUM

Location

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A

Region of investment

North America Asia

Investor profile last updated: 21 August, 2026

Profile

Coral Capital is a venture capital firm based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2019. The firm is led by a team of 14 professionals, including 4 partners, and is known for its focus on building an ecosystem that supports entrepreneurs with capital, talent, and insights. Coral Capital differentiates itself by offering a comprehensive support system for startups, including a large talent database and a founder community.

The firm primarily invests in the information technology and software-as-a-service sectors, with a focus on seed to Series A stages. Coral Capital typically invests between $500k and $10m, with the ability to follow on up to $20m. The firm manages $240 million across three flagship funds and three SPV/opportunity funds, and it exclusively invests in Japanese startups.

Notable investments by Coral Capital include Tokenz - financial software, Anduril Industries - aerospace and defense, and SmartHR - HR software. The firm has a portfolio of 106 companies and has achieved 23 exits, including successful investments in companies like Infostellar and Credit Engine.

Industry

Aerospace Fintech IT Services SaaS HealthTech

Coral Capital Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Flagship Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)			North America	$5-10 m	$240 M	September 2026

Contacts

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James Riney Founding Partner & CEO

Founding Partner & CEO

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Haruna Katayama Investor

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FAQs about Coral Capital

Is Coral Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?

Coral Capital is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $1-5 m.

Where is Coral Capital located?

Coral Capital is located in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.

When was Coral Capital founded?

Coral Capital was founded in 2019.

What sectors and industries does Coral Capital invest in?

Coral Capital invests in companies and startups in Aerospace, Fintech, IT Services, SaaS, HealthTech.

What is Coral Capital geographical focus of investments?

Coral Capital invests in companies and startups in North America, Asia.

At what stages of companies and startups does Coral Capital typically invest in?

Coral Capital invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.

What is the usual amount of Coral Capital investment?

Coral Capital usually invests $1-5 m on average.

What are the contacts of Coral Capital?

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