Interest in unlisted startup firms among Japanese venture investors is increasing on the back of revived momentum in the country's stock market and the economic recovery.
Moves to launch funds are gaining momentum among venture capital firms, while government-backed Innovation Network Corp. of Japan is stepping up its investment activities.
Some major information technology companies have established their own funds to invest in new technologies.
An increased number of investors makes venture investment in the country a "seller's market" for entrepreneurs, an informed source says.
Source: Jiji Press
