Bio

Joined Advantage Partners in March 1993. Was involved in the launch of Japan’s first buyout fund in 1997 and has been engaged in fund administration to date. Since 2015, responsible for extended, group-wide financial management of the firm and overall fund origination and management. Started professional career at Finance Department of Mitsui Home with bridge housing loans business. At Advantage Partners, provided administration services at Meridian VAT Reclaim Japan, a start-up venture by Advantage Partners before starting the fund investment, ranging from accounting/finance including preparation of financial reporting and general support for CEO.B.A. in Commerce from Yokohama City University.