D4V (Design for Ventures) is a Tokyo-based early-stage venture capital firm that invests in disruptive, consumer and enterprise technology startups.

Partnering with the global design company IDEO, D4V provides both hands-on assistance and coaching to help startups create value via human-centered customer experiences and interactions.

Venture Capital

D4V (Design for Ventures)

Makoto Takano

Aya Hanyu

Mai Miyamoto

Fumiaki Nagase

Ryo Takahashi

Kenichi Nonomura

Mamoru Taniya

Fumi Nagase

Kengo Ito

Davide Agnelli

Yoko Maki

Asumi Ota

The founding team at D4V has a wealth of experience in the education, venture capital, and business industries. Members of the team have served on the boards of various organizations, such as the UWC ISAK Japan and Endeavor. They have also been involved with the Japan Venture Capital Association as a Senior Managing Director. Additionally, they have experience as a Board Member at GHV (Green House Ventures). This experience gives them a well-rounded perspective on how to approach business ventures.

Founding Team

Leadership Team

Board of Directors

Founding Team

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Leadership Team

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