HiJoJo Partners Inc. (“HiJoJo”) is pleased to announce the launch of its U.S. operations as part of its efforts to strengthen its investment platform in the United States.
Background and Objectives
The global startup and private market continues to grow, with the United States remaining at its center. Investment in mid- to late-stage companies, including unicorns, is becoming increasingly important in global portfolios.
HiJoJo has long provided Japanese investors with access to high-quality private companies overseas. Through its U.S. expansion, HiJoJo will further strengthen its local presence, deepen ties within the investment ecosystem, and expand its ability to originate and execute investments.
Overview of U.S. Operations
HiJoJo has established the following three entities in the United States:
HiJoJo Holding Company Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of HiJoJo Partners Inc., and both HiJoJo Management Company Inc. and HiJoJo Investing Company LLC are subsidiaries of the holding company.
This structure enables a robust governance framework centered on the holding company while clearly separating investment and operational functions, allowing for efficient and scalable business operations.
Address
345 California St Suite 600 Office #44
San Francisco, CA 94104, United States
Operations Commenced
March 2026
Overview of HiJoJo
HiJoJo is a Japanese independent asset management firm founded in 2017 by Spyridon Mentzas. Since its inception, HiJoJo has offered funds investing in mid- to late-stage companies to Japanese investors through face-to-face and online channels, with cumulative sales exceeding JPY 50 billion as of February 5, 2026. Shareholders include major Japanese financial institutions such as Credit Saison, Mizuho Securities, SBI Group, Finatext Holdings, MUFG Innovation Partners, Okasan Securities Group, Japan Investment Adviser, Monex Group, Pegasus Tech Ventures, i-nest capital, Inc., and SMBC Venture Capital Co., Ltd.
Learn more at https://www.hijojo-partners.com/en