Chihiro Joined Z Venture Capital in January 2023. Prior to Z Venture Capital, Chihiro worked at Nishimura ＆ Asahi law firm before joining YCP Solidiance (consulting and investment business). At Nishimura ＆ Asahi, Chihiro worked on M&A and corporate matters as a corporate lawyer, and at YCP Solidiance, he provided consulting services to companies in various phases of business creation, strategy development, management improvement, etc. Chihiro was also involved in the investment review, execution, and value-up of investments in the company's investment division. Chihiro graduated from Waseda University School of Law and completed his graduate studies at the Waseda university's Graduate School of Law.