JRE VENTURES

About JRE VENTURES

JRE VENTURES is the corporate venture capital arm of JR East, Japan’s largest railway company, focused on investing in and partnering with startups to foster growth at the intersection of transportation, advertising, retail, and logistics. With operations centered in eastern Japan and access to JR East’s 1,600+ railway stations and extensive network, it leverages station touchpoints to support early-stage companies and strategic collaborations. The firm collaborates with ecosystem partners to expand its reach in Japan and beyond, including initiatives in coworking and research-driven ventures through strategic partnerships. It has raised capital and maintains a footprint in Asia, notably Singapore, to drive innovation in mobility, retail, and logistics.