Founded in 2012, Gumi Ventures focuses on investing in seed, corporate, and early-stage venture rounds. They have a particular interest in startups in the social media and digital media sectors. Some of their notable portfolio companies include inXile Entertainment, DELY, and Candee. Gumi Ventures typically invests in rounds with 2-3 other participants, and their main sponsors include Yusuke Sato, YJ Capital, and Wavemaker Partners. They have a preference for investing in companies based in Japan and typically invest in startups that are 4-5 years old. Gumi Ventures is known for its active involvement in 2-6 investment rounds annually, with deal sizes ranging from $1-5 million. In terms of performance, they have a higher rate of exits compared to other organizations, with a significant increase in exits in 2018. Overall, Gumi Ventures aims to support new entrepreneurs and businesses in the smartphone industry and contribute to the future of Japan's global presence.