Takayoshi Fukuyo, Founder of Ark Edge Space

About Takayoshi Fukuyo

Takayoshi Fukuyo is the CEO and Founder of ArkEdge Space Inc., a Tokyo-based space startup that provides end-to-end solutions for micro-satellite constellations. He led the company through its rebranding in January 2021 and subsequent capital-raising efforts. Fukuyo was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in Asia in 2025 for his work in the space sector.

Takayoshi Fukuyo at a glance

• Company: Ark Edge Space
• Total raised: $74M
• Latest round: Series B
• Investors: JIC Venture Growth Investments, Incubate Fund, UntroD, SPARX Innovation for the Future, Pavilion Capital, Real Tech Fund
• Location: Tokyo, Japan

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