James Riney, Founding Partner and CEO of Coral Capital, invests primarily in early-stage Japanese startups. See portfolio, sector focus and contact routes.
James Riney, Founding Partner and CEO of Coral Capital, invests primarily in early-stage Japanese startups (Pre-Seed to Series C) across B2B SaaS, fintech, healthcare, deep tech, and fusion energy, with initial checks ranging from $500,000 to $5 million and follow-ons up to $30 million. His notable portfolio includes the HR unicorn SmartHR (where he led the Series B and holds a board seat), Kyoto Fusioneering, GITAI, Ramp, and Anduril. Riney’s distinctive thesis focuses on identifying “Power Law” companies—the next Toyotas or Sonys—that will define Japan’s next century by bridging global venture practices with Japan’s ecosystem.
This profile is part of the StartupFundraising investor database: focus, portfolio history, disclosed location and contact routes, refreshed as new filings and rounds are ingested. Founders use it to check fit before reaching out and to find investors in Tokyo.
Investors like James Riney · Full investor directory · Investor access · Company funding database