Antler Japan invested 240 million yen (US$1.5 million) in 10 startups in 2025, focusing on early-stage companies building for international markets.

The firm announced a new six-week Inception Residency for 2026, increasing initial funding to US$150,000 per startup.

Selected companies operate in fields such as robotics, AI, logistics, legal tech, and biotech, with each receiving about 24 million yen (US$155,630) in pre-seed funding.

Antler received over 2,100 applications for its Japan program last year, selecting roughly 0.5 percent.

The updated program aims to provide founders with more capital early on, with additional support of up to US$250,000 within 6-9 months.

The next cohort launches in May 2026, targeting founders with clear visions and global ambitions.

🔗 Source: Antler

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