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Key people at HIRAC FUND.
HIRAC FUND is a Tokyo, Japan-based venture capital fund that provides capital and mentorship to early-stage entrepreneurs leveraging technology to address social issues. Distinguished by experienced entrepreneurs, the fund shares accumulated knowledge, networks, and lessons from their own startup journeys with next-generation founders. HIRAC FUND also facilitates an entrepreneur community via study sessions and networking events to support business growth. Managed by Money Forward Venture Partners, Inc., the fund leverages the extensive Money Forward Group network and resources, including MoneyForward Lab, for technical problem-solving and equity investments. It has closed three funds, with the most recent closing in June 2025, and its key figures include Yosuke Tsuji, founder of Money Forward and Managing Partner, Satoshi Furuhashi, and Naoya Kanesaka. HIRAC FUND was established in 2020 by Money Forward Venture Partners, Inc.
Key people at HIRAC FUND.
HIRAC FUND has 4 tracked investments across 4 companies. The latest tracked deal is $2.0M Debt in WineBank in March 2026.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 1, 2026 | WineBank | $2.0M Debt | HIRAC FUND, Mizuho Bank | — |
| Jan 15, 2026 | Manpuku Holdings | $22.1M Series C | — | B Dash Ventures, Rakuten Capital, Mitsubishi Shokuhin, Menoa Hotta |
| Nov 12, 2025 | Opt Fit | $5.1M Debt / Series B | — | Accord Ventures, Aichi Bank, Japan Finance Corporation, Nagoya Bank, NOBUNAGA Capital Village, SMBC Venture Capital, STATION AI Central Japan |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Trustart | $8.8M Debt / Series C | — | Daiwa Corporate Investment, GMO Venture Partners, Iwagin Future Investment, Mint, Mitsubishi UFJ Capital, Nippon Venture Capital, Resona Bank, SMBC Venture Capital, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation |
