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Key people at Angel Bridge.
Angel Bridge was founded in 2015 by Yutaro Kasai (Founder and CEO).
Angel Bridge operates as an angel investor group based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in early-stage capital deployment. The firm concentrates its investments on companies within the IT services and deep-tech sectors, offering both financial backing and strategic, hands-on support. It positions itself as a dedicated advocate for the entrepreneurs it funds, aiming to cultivate substantial, high-growth ventures.
Angel Bridge Inc. was officially established on October 21, 2015, under the leadership of its President, Yutaro Kasai. The founding insight stemmed from a recognition of the critical need for more than just capital in the nascent stages of innovative companies, particularly those developing complex technological solutions. The group was formed to bridge this gap with informed, engaged investment.
The firm's clientele consists of promising early-stage companies seeking to innovate and scale, primarily across Japan's IT and deep-tech landscapes. Angel Bridge’s overarching mission is to empower these entrepreneurs by providing the necessary resources and guidance. It envisions fostering the development of globally impactful companies, thereby shaping future industries and markets.
Key people at Angel Bridge.
Angel Bridge was founded in 2015 by Yutaro Kasai (Founder and CEO).
Angel Bridge has 6 tracked investments across 6 companies. The latest tracked deal is $1.9B Series A in Orbital Lasers in March 2026.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 19, 2026 | Orbital Lasers | $1.9B Series A | — | JIC Venture Growth Investments, Keio Innovation Initiative, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, Mizuho Capital, Osaka University Venture Capital, SKY Perfect JSAT, SMBC Venture Capital, Sparx Asset Management |
| Dec 23, 2025 | Atransen Pharma | $9.4M Series A | Angel Bridge | — |
| Dec 16, 2025 | Closer | $2.7M Pre-Series A | Angel Bridge | DEEPCORE |
| Sep 5, 2025 | Fermenta | $13.5M Series A | — | Beyond Next Ventures, Hokuriku Startup Community Fund, Keio Innovation Initiative, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, Miyako Capital, Norinchukin Capital, SMBC Venture Capital, Universal Materials Incubator |
| Sep 6, 2023 | CraftBank | $9.6M Series A | — | DCM, Delight Ventures, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital |
| Oct 5, 2021 | SmartRyde | $1.6M Series A | Angel Bridge | Nobuaki Takahashi, Shoji Kodama, Hiroshima Venture Capital, Inventum Ventures, Iyogin Capital, Optima Ventures, SG Incubate, SMBC Venture Capital, Ryota Yamaguchi |