Cherry-picking Japanese private equity funds

Japanese private equity deals keep flowing

As corporate governance and sentiment improves, Japan's PE market has become one of the most attractive in Asia.

September 06, 2026

Neuberger closes $460m Japan private equity fund

The US firm will invest in Japanese PE funds and direct co-investments.

September 17, 2026

Blackstone raises $13bn Asia PE fund in world's 'fastest-growing' region

The US investment giant exceeded its $10bn target after an active 24 months of deals in the region, especially in India and Japan.

June 02, 2026

Bain Capital raises $10.5bn for sixth Asia fund

Asia Fund VI exceeded its $7bn target and will focus on opportunities across technology, industrials, consumer, healthcare, business and financial services.

May 19, 2026

CITIC Capital begins to deploy $2.8b fund amid US-China trade war

The firm’s fourth buyout fund is backed by the likes of CPPIB. It is already steadily deploying the capital despite rising trade tensions and China's economic slowdown.

August 08, 2019

Carlyle closes ¥430bn Japan buyout fund

The global private equity firm's fifth Japanese buyout fund is targeting sectors including technology, media, telecoms, retail and healthcare, and is 70% larger than its previous fund.

May 22, 2024