KAORI KITAKATA

Previously managed fund operations at an independent VC firm. Former Communication Planner at startups and global agencies.
Joining Genesia Ventures in April 2026. Waseda University Graduate School of Business (MBA). Mother of two children.

Place of birth/residence

Kanagawa-Yokohama → Tokyo → Ishikawa - Kanazawa → Boston → NY → Tokyo

Hobbies, Favorite Things, Holidays

American video - Netflix, stanning my sons

Episodes from your school days (club activities, majors, etc.)

I started a student group to share Japanese culture and run a site spotlighting inspiring women in the workforce.

Favorite country/episode

UK enthusiast (inspired by the GREAT Britain Campaign), plus France & Italy lover.

Favorite Company/Vision/Value

Benesse - Well-being in society and for the future.

Why did you choose to work at a VC?

Building a brighter future together with entrepreneurs—guided by experience and every valuable connection I’ve made.

Favorite motto

"Shogyo-Mujo" (The Impermanence of all things)