Deals
Follow the capital flows shaping Japan's startup ecosystem. JStories' Deals section tracks the venture capital rounds, M&A transactions, growth support programs, legal & IP developments, and strategic events defining where Japan's innovation economy is headed.
From seed-stage funding rounds for first-time founders to landmark cross-border acquisitions, we cover the deals that signal momentum — and the market intelligence behind them. Our reporting connects investors, corporates, and founders with the context they need: who's backing what, why it matters, and what it means for the broader Japan and Asia startup landscape.
Essential reading for venture capitalists, corporate venture arms, M&A advisors, and business development professionals tracking deal flow and investment opportunities across Japan and Asia.
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A new role for media to connect Japanese startups to the world
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From journalist to entrepreneur: A Japanese reporter’s challenges and transitions
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Journalist-turned-startup entrepreneur returns to journalism to launch J-Stories
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INTERVIEW ｜ Startups need to think global, but you need to beware of being global
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