Tokyo Metro is launching its corporate venture capital initiative, “Tokyo Metro Ventures.”
A funding frame of 3 billion yen is being established over three years to collaborate and invest in startup companies.
Since fiscal year 2016, Tokyo Metro has been conducting an open innovation program with external companies, including startups, and has been investing in multiple startups, focusing primarily on selected companies.
The program allows the use of station premises and train interiors for business verification of new services and products, and offers know-how from employees. Additionally, advertising space on trains and station premises, as well as customer touchpoints, can be utilized.
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