Mayu Yoshikawa

Mayu Yoshikawa currently serves as an Investor at Beyond Next Ventures, a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. In this capacity, she focuses on identifying and supporting cutting-edge technology researchers and disruptive innovators across various deep technology and life science sectors. Beyond Next Ventures manages over $150 million across multiple funds dedicated to commercializing academic research, frequently collaborating with leading academic institutions like the University of Tokyo, Kyoto University, and the Tokyo Institute of Technology to source early-stage investment opportunities. Yoshikawa evaluates prospective academic spin-offs seeking initial seed and Series A funding, helping the firm deploy capital into complex fields such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and advanced manufacturing enterprises. Her current professional focus centers on bridging the critical gap between laboratory research and commercial viability, ensuring that disruptive scientific advancements successfully transition into scalable technology businesses.