One Innovators

ONE Innovators operates as a Japan-based venture capital firm, investing in the carbon-neutral sector through a dedicated fund. The firm empowers technological advancements, providing long-term, supportive investments to early-stage Japanese startups, nurturing deep technology innovations crucial for decarbonization in sustainable energy.

Hideki Tsuji and Shu Shimada co-founded the company in 2023. Tsuji’s background spans energy policy at the Ministry of International Trade and Industry and supporting deep tech startups at the University of Tokyo Edge Capital. Shimada, with a PhD and MBA, brings experience in semiconductor materials research, digital business, and corporate venture capital, recognizing market need for specialized climate technology capital.

ONE Innovators targets early-stage Japanese startups developing solutions for the carbon-neutral economy. Its mission is to foster innovative companies, accelerating technology development and deployment to address global environmental challenges. The firm envisions strategic investments driving progress towards a sustainable and decarbonized future.