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Yuji Kumagai
General Partner at Emoote (Web3 Fund)
Yuji Kumagai is a Project Manager at Startale, where he is currently leading the Soneium project, a blockchain initiative co-developed with Sony Group. His role involves steering this innovative project within the Web3 space, focusing on entertainment and technology integration.
Professional Background
- Current Position: Project Manager at Startale and Soneium
- Previous Roles:
- General Partner at Emoote, a Web3 fund in Singapore, since September 2021, where he has invested in numerous projects including STEPN and YGG Japan.
- Principal at Akatsuki, Inc., a digital entertainment company based in Tokyo, since August 2018.
- Founder & CEO of SkyBall, focusing on sports technology from 2015 to 2019.
- COO at iemo Co., Ltd., contributing to its growth until its acquisition by DeNA in 2014.
Education
Kumagai holds a Bachelor of Science in Operations Research from Tokyo University of Science, completed in 2008.
Skills and Expertise
He is proficient in English and has extensive experience in investment and entrepreneurship within the tech and entertainment sectors. His background includes founding three IT companies and contributing to various startups across Japan, the US, and India.
Kumagai's diverse experience positions him as a significant player in the evolving landscape of Web3 technologies and digital entertainment.123
