Yamauchi No. 10

Yamauchi No. 10 Family Office is a single-family investment firm established in 2020 by Banjo Yamauchi, the biological grandson and adopted son of Hiroshi Yamauchi, the third president of Nintendo Co., Ltd.. The firm's core mission is to perpetuate the legacy of Hiroshi Yamauchi, who transformed Nintendo into a global entertainment giant, by fostering creativity, a pioneering mindset, foresight, and a user-centric approach. They aim to contribute to society by investing in innovative ideas, technologies, and businesses that address future social challenges, particularly in Japan.

The firm operates with a philosophy rooted in the Yamauchi family's heritage, emphasizing bold challenges and continuous innovation. They seek to identify and nurture leaders who can tackle societal issues and drive positive change. Yamauchi No. 10 adopts a long-term investment strategy, often engaging with companies for over a decade, and invests across both public and private equity markets. Their activities include business incubation, where they actively develop next-generation ideas, technologies, and ventures.

Yamauchi No. 10 manages an estimated $1.5 billion in assets. Their portfolio reflects a diverse investment focus, including a significant stake in the marine construction company Toyo Construction. They have also invested in the Japan film studio startup K2 Pictures, committing to its film production fund. Other notable investments include Moneytree, a financial data platform; Gotoschool, which provides child development and employment support services; and OLTA, a cloud factoring and credit model provider. The firm also supports ventures in biotechnology, such as Nature's Fynd, which develops alternative proteins.

The leadership team includes Banjo Yamauchi as the Representative Partner, Hirowaka Murakami as Chief Investment Officer, Yoshiya Ichimura as Chief Operating Officer, and Toshihiko Hiura as Executive Advisor. Hirowaka Murakami also serves as Co-CEO of a combined entity following a strategic partnership with Taiyo Pacific Partners, a U.S.-based investment firm focused on Japanese and Indian equities. The team's expertise spans asset management, product and marketing, and strategic advisory, reflecting a blend of financial acumen and a commitment to the family's innovative spirit.