Z Venture Capital (ZVC) – Partner with the LY Corporation’s Global CVC

Founded in 2012, ZVC is the corporate venture capital arm of LY Corporation (LINE, Yahoo Japan). With offices in Tokyo, Seoul, and San Francisco, ZVC invests across Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, and the US—backing innovative startups that drive transformative societal change

Investment Portfolio

• Total Investments: 290 companies
• Portfolio Companies: 290
• Total Exits: 42 (IPO/M&A)

Target Investment Stage

• From Seed to Pre-IPO

Target Investment Areas

• Agritech
• Healthtech
• Edutech
• Media
• Marketplace
• Logistics
• HR
• Tech
• SaaS
• Consumer Tech
• Fintech
• E-commerce
• Gaming
• Proptech
• B2B
• AI
• Deep Tech (space technology, robotics)

Target Geographies

• Primarily Japan, Korea, the United States, and Southeast Asia.

Portfolio Companies

• hopae
• Finfra
• mov
• SALARY HERO
• TURING
• Pictoria
• Linc
• Kinolights
• metaLogos
• QueryPie

Exits

• 42 (via IPO/M&A)

Why Z Venture Capital?

Z Venture Capital (ZVC) is a standout choice for startups due to its combination of financial strength, strategic support, and a robust ecosystem. Here’s why:

1. Strategic Backing from LY Corporation: As the corporate venture arm of LY Corporation (owner of LINE, Yahoo Japan, and Z Holdings), ZVC offers startups access to a vast network of digital services and user bases, creating opportunities for collaboration and growth across various sectors.
2. Robust Investment Capacity: ZVC manages around ¥185 billion, supporting startups at different stages of growth.
3. Global Presence: With offices in Tokyo, Seoul, and San Francisco, ZVC has a strong international presence, enabling startups to access global markets and expand their reach.
4. ZVC Connect: This platform bridges startups with LY’s ecosystem, promoting collaboration, co-creation, and potential partnerships to integrate startup solutions with LY's services.
5. Focus Areas and Investment Philosophy: ZVC focuses on media, commerce, fintech, AI, and SaaS, seeking innovative startups with transformative ideas and the potential for growth and scalability.

What’s in it for you?

1. US Seed Program

• Be part of ZVC’s fastest‑growing early‑stage tranche: contributed to a 24% increase in U.S. investments year-over-year.
• Access to a fund comprising ~40% of all ZVC investments, signaling strong strategic importance.

2. Code Republic

• Receive ¥10M in initial funding under favorable equity terms—conversion adjusts based on future raises.
• Flexible support: optional access to mentoring, LY group networks, and capital introductions without mandatory commitments.
• Join a proven track record: of 39 startups, participants collectively raised ¥12B+, with Series A success

Why collaborate with ZVC?

• Proven track record: 54 investments totaling $34.5M in 2024, with global reach across Asia and the US.
• Strategic ecosystem affiliation: Backed by LY Corporation, offering unmatched corporate synergy.
• Tailored, fast investment: Decision cycles within weeks; investment in as little as 2 weeks post-review.
• Deep industry focus: Strong attention to AI, Media, Fintech, Enterprise software, and robotics.

Ready to Collaborate?

Ready to tap into ZVC’s robust funds, global network, and tech-forward investing? Partner with Z Venture Capital to accelerate your startup's growth and global impact. Explore ZVC’s Partner Programs on Openfor.co and start scaling together.