TJ Kawamura | Builder & Investor in Consumer Tech & Japan

I'm a builder and investor focused on digital consumer products and platforms.

I work closely with early-stage founders on product, go-to-market, and long-term strategy.

Most recently, I was Co-Founder and Chief Development Officer at Everyrealm, a holding company that invests in, acquires, and develops digital media products. The company is backed by a16z, Lightspeed, and Coinbase Ventures.

Previously, I was a Partner at Republic, advising leading startups on product strategy and capital formation. Before that, I co-founded Compound and led product from inception through its acquisition.

On the side, I keep an ongoing travel guide with 2,200+ curated places across 21 cities and long-form essays for NYC and Tokyo.

I also explore the world through photography, reading, and writing.