JAFCO Co., Ltd., is Japan's leading venture capital and buyout firm, founded in 1973. It operates a series of funds to channel risk capital to seed and early stage companies mainly in Japan, US, China, Taiwan, Korea, India, and Singapore. Targeting high-potential companies with innovative and creative management strategies, JAFCO provides support for enhancing corporate value and expanding business through deep involvement in management. Funds under management currently total ¥434.8 billion on a commitment basis as of March 31, 2017.