Toru Shimada
Angel investor in Tokyo
Tokyo, Tokyo
Toru Shimada, Angel investor in Tokyo is an active investor based in Tokyo, Tokyo. This profile covers what Toru Shimada backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
Mr. Toru Shimada serves as Executive Vice President and Representative Director at Rakuten. He serves as Board Member at FUN UP. He serves as Advisor at Gva Tech. He is on the Board of Directors at Medpeer, Inc., TicketStar, Inc., Timepeaks, LinkShare Japan KK, FreeCause, Inc. and LinkShare Corp. He serves as Advisor at Aperza. He was previously employed as Outside Director by Drecom Co., Ltd., President & Representative Director by Minnanoshuushoku Co. Ltd., and Director & Vice President by Intelligence Ltd. He also served on the board at Traffic Gate KK, O-net, Inc., Rakuten Baseball, Inc. and Fusion Communications Corp. He also serves as an Advisor at Aperza.
- Investor type
- Angel
- Stages
- Early Stage VenturePre SeedSeed
- Invests in
- E-commerce & D2CHR & Future of WorkSupply Chain & Logistics
- Location
- Tokyo, Tokyo
- Typical check
- $250K
- Past investments
- 11
Notable investments
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What does Toru Shimada invest in?
Toru Shimada invests in E-commerce & D2C, HR & Future of Work and Supply Chain & Logistics, typically at Early Stage Venture, Pre Seed and Seed. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
What stage does Toru Shimada invest at?
Toru Shimada typically invests at Early Stage Venture, Pre Seed and Seed. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is Toru Shimada's typical check size?
Toru Shimada typically writes checks around $250K. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
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