Kenji has dedicated approximately 20 years to investing in the biotech sectors of Japan, the US, and the EU. His roles have included directorships in various US and Japanese companies. Leveraging his position on the board, he shares his expertise with investees and cultivates relationships with Japanese pharmaceutical firms. He serves as an investment officer at Medical Incubator Japan, overseeing investments spanning the EU and Japan. Actively engaged in multiple Japanese governmental programs supporting startups and research initiatives, Kenji also provides mentorship to academic researchers in Japan, guiding them through establishing their businesses. He holds a doctorate in pharmacology from the University of Tokyo and specializes in immunology.