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NordicNinja VC is a Finnish-Japanese venture capital firm established in 2019, focusing on early-stage investments in climate tech, deep tech, and digital society sectors. The firm aims to support founders addressing global challenges by leveraging its unique position as the largest Japanese-backed VC in Europe. NordicNinja's team comprises former founders, operators, and engineers from Northern Europe and Japan, bringing a wealth of experience in green energy and digital innovation.
The firm has made 29 investments to date, with an average investment size ranging from €2 to €8 million. Notable portfolio companies include Bolt, Einride, Veriff, Voi, Starship, ClimateView, Kognic, Mavenoid, Pactum, Varjo, DappRadar, and Ready Player Me. In September 2023, NordicNinja announced its second fund, a €200 million initiative aimed at expanding its investments in Europe, particularly in the UK, Ireland, and the Benelux countries.
The firm's mission is to bridge the gap between Northern European startups and Japanese capital, networks, and markets, fostering responsible innovation and impact.
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