UTokyo Innovation Platform

UTokyo Innovation Platform (UTokyo IPC) functions as an innovation platform company focused on academic-driven entrepreneurship. It supports startup creation and growth by translating intellectual property from the University of Tokyo and other research institutions into societal value. Core offerings include venture investment, management guidance, and fostering collaboration between academia and industry.

Established January 21, 2016, UTokyo IPC was founded as the University of Tokyo's first investment company. Its formation recognized innovation requires researchers, entrepreneurs, and investors to bring academic breakthroughs to application. Kousuke Ueda, President & CEO, leads efforts to catalyze new industries from university research.

The platform serves university-based startups, researchers, and entrepreneurs, collaborating with corporations and investors. UTokyo IPC’s vision is to create an environment where talent thrives, capital circulates, and new ventures emerge. It aims to build the foundation that transforms challenging research ideas into impactful global industries.