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Taro Tokusada

Principal, Head of IR Japan

Bio

Taro is a Principal and Head of IR, Japan. He joined Apax in 2025 and is currently based in Hong Kong. 

Prior to joining Apax, Taro was a Client Relationship Manager, Member of Management within Partners Group's Client Solution team in Tokyo. He also worked as a Director at UBS Asset Management's Institutional Client coverage team in the Tokyo office. He started his career at Norinchukin Bank, where he was involved in LP investments across US, Europe and Asian Buyout funds.

Taro holds a B.S. in Agriculture from Kyushu University.

Living our values

“We learn, adapt and grow, resonates the most with me. Watching my daughter learn new things with curiosity and courage inspired me to challenge myself, too. In my mid-thirties, I decided to put on gloves for the first time and start kickboxing. At first, I was so afraid of being hit that I closed my eyes when facing my opponent. But through learning proper techniques and adapting to discomfort, I grew stronger both physically and mentally - eventually competing in amateur matches and winning three fights. To me, growth comes from staying humble and embracing change.”

Contact information

+852 2200 5817

Office

Hong Kong

Taro's Story

Taro joined Apax because of its strong culture of collaboration and support across global teams. As one of the few professionals from Japan, he was impressed by how the firm’s leadership values diverse viewpoints and respects local markets. This atmosphere of openness and mutual learning convinced him that Apax is a place where he can continue to grow, contribute, and challenge himself in a truly global setting.