Impact Capital I

Impact Capital I is a startup impact investment fund management company based in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan, investing in ventures that pursue people's well-being and a diverse society while building impact investing practices in Japan. The firm launched its inaugural Impact Capital I Fund in May 2024, securing 6 billion yen at its first close and targeting up to 10 billion yen in total commitments from institutional investors. This fund focuses on early-stage companies, drawing on the founders' prior experience in managing impact funds since 2017. Key personnel include co-founders and representative directors Chunmei Huang and Sayaka Takatsuka, alongside director Hiromi Tsuiji. The company commenced operations as an independent entity in 2024, founded by Chunmei Huang and Sayaka Takatsuka. Its business model centers on raises and manages impact investment funds from institutional investors, charging management fees and carried interest.