Nihonkai Labo

Nihonkai Labo is the corporate venture capital unit of Nihonkai Gas Kizuna Holdings Group, driving open innovation and business creation. It leverages its parent company's energy sector foundation to invest in seed and early-stage startups. The firm builds a co-creation platform in Japan's Hokuriku region, supporting ventures that promise regional development and synergy with the group.

Established by Nihonkai Gas Kizuna Holdings Group, Nihonkai Labo draws on a legacy as a key Hokuriku infrastructure provider since 1942. This initiative stems from the insight that the group's regional presence and energy expertise effectively catalyzes new ventures. As a CVC, it expands the parent company's market impact by nurturing local innovation.

Nihonkai Labo partners with startups and entrepreneurs across the Hokuriku region. Its vision is to cultivate "next innovative businesses" originating locally, aiming to enhance daily life, address decarbonization, and evolving societal needs. The company empowers founders and fosters growth of future enterprises.