NordicNinja VC

2019

Founded

20

Investments

Finland
United Kingdom
Sweden

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

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.

Portfolio Companies

Bolt, Einride, Veriff, Voi, Starship, ClimateView, Kognic, Mavenoid, Pactum, Varjo

Gepgraphic Focus

Northern Europe, UK, Ireland, Benelux countries

Key Differentiators

Largest Japanese-backed VC in Europe, Focus on sustainability and global challenges, Experienced team with engineering and entrepreneurial backgrounds

Thypical Investment Size

€2-8 million

Total Funds Raised

€200 million

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Apps

Big Data & Analytics

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI/ML)

DeepTech

Hardware

Software

Helsinki

London

Stockholm

Series A

Series B

Series C

Finland

United Kingdom

Sweden