Minato Financial Partners Inc

Minato Financial Partners Inc

From the perspective of a business leader in the digital industry,
we provide financial support to companies and technologies with growth potential.

about

Minato Financial Partners Inc. is a group company of Minato Holdings Inc., listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (Standard Market, Security code:6862) and engaging in a wide range of digital-related businesses.

Our team consists of members with extensive management experience in start-up companies, listed companies, and international firms, leverages their knowledge and experience from numerous successful investments and M&As to invest not only in digital-related businesses but also in promising companies and venture companies across various industries.

MINATO HOLDINGS INC.
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Venture Capital

With a track record of investments in venture companies and investment funds in Japan and the United States. We aim not only to achieve capital gains but also to create synergies between our portfolio companies and the business operations of Minato Holdings Group.

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Financial Advisory

We provide advisory services leveraging with Minato Holdings Group's track record in M&A, extensive network, and expertise in technology.

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Asset-related Investments

We engage in various asset-related investments, including real estate investments and solar power project investments.

TEAM

Takehiko Wakayama Chairman and Representative Director

Takehiko Wakayama Chairman and Representative Director

In 1989, joined the Long-Term Credit Bank of Japan (now SBI Shinsei Bank), working in Tokyo and New York. Later, engaged in a broad range of financial products and finance-related operations, including roles at foreign securities firms.
In 2000, founded eBank Corporation (now Rakuten Bank). As the Executive Vice President and COO, led fundraising, acquisition of a banking license, and system development, successfully launching the second online bank in Japan.
In 2004, he was appointed to the President and CEO of Asset Investors Co., Ltd. (now Merchant Bankers Co., Ltd., TSE 3121),In addition to managing real estate funds and private equity funds, he led various investment projects, including the establishment of a fund in Hong Kong. Later, as an individual, he was involved in venture investments and revitalization of ailing companies.
Since 2012, he has been leading a group of publicly listed companies as the representative Director of Minato Holdings, Inc. while also founding the company and providing multifaceted support to high-growth venture companies.

Tetsufumi Miyake President and Representative Director

Tetsufumi Miyake President and Representative Director

In 1996, joined the Long-Term Credit Bank of Japan (currently SBI Shinsei Bank).
Engaged in LBO finance, private equity investments, value enhancement for portfolio companies, and structuring domestic and international project finance, such as renewable energy.
In 2018, joined Minato Holdings Group and assumed the position of the President and the Representative Director of the company.
Currently, serving as the Executive Managing Director and CFO of Minato Holdings Co., Ltd.

Go Watanabe Vice President and Representative Director

Go Watanabe Vice President and Representative Director

In 1993, joined Sanwa Bank (currently MUFG Bank), and subsequently engaged in investment banking activities such as securitization, various non-recourse loans, M&A, and venture finance primarily at financial institutions and investment banks.
Most recently, served as the Executive Officer and the Head of Finance at Ichigo Inc. (TSE Prime: 2337), contributed to the company’s management strategy while launching new businesses as CEO and board member of several subsidiaries focused on real estate.
In January 2024, he has been appointed to the Vice President and Representative Director of Minato Holdings Co., Ltd.

Hitoshi Ishida Director

Hitoshi Ishida Director

In 1994, joined Asahi Audit Corporation (currently KPMG AZSA LLC) primarily engaged in financial statement audits for listed company clients. In 1998, joined Cargill Japan, where he worked as part of the Value Investment Group, focusing on asset management including receivables and real estate, overseeing the investment management and reporting team. Later, responsible for executing receivables investments.
In 2013, joined J-Will Partners, engaging in fundraising and investor services within the IR department.
In 2023, he founded iCrossBee, began management consulting services.
He was appointed to the Director of Minato Holdings Co., Ltd. in August of the same year.

Yuta Watanabe Executive Officer

Yuta Watanabe Executive Officer

In 1997, joined Dai-Ichi Kangyo Bank (currently Mizuho Bank), where he gained experience in corporate finance, M&A finance, and asset finance.
In 2008, served as Executive Officer and Head of Corporate Strategy at a publicly listed investment company, engaged in corporate planning and portfolio management activities.
In 2011, joined Tokyo Star Bank and oversaw corporate client coverage as the Head of Corporate Sales Department and General Manager.
In 2021, served as COO and CIO of a business investment company, overseeing whole operations.
In July 2024, he joined Minato Holdings Co., Ltd. as the Executive Officer.

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Minato Financial Partners Inc
Company Name
Minato Financial Partners Inc.
Headquarter Location
6th Floor, Shinbashi Tokyu Building, 4-21-3 Shinbashi, Minato-ku,
Tokyo, 105-0004, Japan.
Phone: +81-3-5733-1770 / FAX: +81-3-5733-1711
Establishment
December 5, 2016
Capital
99 billion yen
Stockholder
Minato Holdings Inc. 100%
(Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market, Securities Code: 6862)
U.S. Subsidiary
Minato Capital North America LLC
Business Activities
  • Advice related to business succession
  • Financial consulting
  • M&A advisory
  • Real estate brokerage
  • Advisory related to renewable energy investments
Executives
Chairman and Representative Director: Takehiko Wakayama
President and Representative Director: Tetsufumi Miyake
Vice President and Representative Director: Go Watanabe
Director: Hitoshi Ishida
Auditor: Yutaka Kadoi
Executive Officer: Yuta Watanabe

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