Founder & CEO
Kazuhiro Fukuda
福田 和博
Born in 1973 in Kashiwa, Chiba, and currently based in Yokohama, Kanagawa. Completed a Bachelor's degree at the Department of Mechanical and Intelligent Systems Engineering, Tohoku University, followed by a Master's at the Graduate School of Information Sciences. After R&D and business development roles at major corporations, he founded his own venture in 2015, built multiple businesses, and has completed three M&A exits. In February 2026, he founded AURAM Inc. and is now taking on his first startup-style challenge.
Career
Career Timeline
— 1999
Tohoku University — Department of Mechanical and Intelligent Systems Engineering → Graduate School of Information Sciences, Master's degree
Specialized in information sciences; completed a Master's degree.
1999 —
Toshiba Corporation — R&D Center
Engaged in ICT research and development. Gained hands-on experience bridging advanced research and business commercialization.
2002 —
Sony Corporation
Led product planning, strategy, and business development for audio products, taking on new ventures with a global market perspective.
2015 —
Founded La Guitarra Inc. (currently Hands-On Inc.)
Established his first venture in Yokohama. Built multiple new businesses and completed three M&A exits. Currently active as a hands-on mentor and angel investor for entrepreneurs.
2026.02 —
Founded AURAM Inc.
Established AURAM Inc. as his fourth venture, centered on the physical asset trading platform "KINGOT" — his first venture built in a startup style.
Positions
Affiliations
- Visiting Faculty, iU (Information and Management Innovation Professional University)
- Investor Mentor, NEXs Tokyo (Tokyo Metropolitan Startup Support Facility)
- Investor Advisor, JSSA (Japan Startup Support Association)
- Ambassador, SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026
- Certified Workation Concierge, Japan Workation Association
Hobbies
Personal Interests
Travel
Hot Springs
Sake & Spirits
Yoga
Sauna
Scuba Diving