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Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G)

+20.4%
(3Y CAGR)
EquitydotInternationaldotVery HighdotNot Rated
Fund Type

Scheme Details

NAV29 May 2026
27.4
AUM01 Apr 2026

330 Cr.

52 week high (NAV)29 May 2026
27.4
52 week low (NAV)23 Jun 2025
19.6
Inception date26 Aug 2014
Lock-in period

None

Minimum SIP0
Minimum Lumpsum0
Exit load info
1.0%
Benchmark IndexBSE 500 Japan - TRI
KEY RATIOSinfo
Alpha1.02
Beta0.41
Standard Deviation3.97%
Sharpe Ratio0.27

Asset Allocation

Market capSectorsHoldings
Market cap (0)Allocation

Peer Comparison

Name1Y ReturnVR Rating1Y Rank3Y Rank5Y RankAlphaNAV(₹)
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Fund Managers

Kinjal Desai31 May 2018 - Present
Amber Singhania

Scheme Introduction

Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G) is an open-ended international equity fund designed for investors seeking exposure to companies listed in Japan. The fund aims to participate in the long- term growth potential of the Japanese economy through investments in Japanese equities across sectors and market capitalizations.

 

As of 1 Apr 2026 ,Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G) manages ₹330 crore in assets. The fund currently holds 0 stocks, and the top 10 stocks contribute 0.00% of the portfolio, an important "quick check" for how concentrated (or diversified) the fund is.

 

Investment Objective

The investment objective of Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G) is to provide long-term capital appreciation by primarily investing in equity and equity-related securities of companies listed on recognized stock exchanges in Japan. Investors can typically invest and redeem on business days (subject to scheme cut-off timings and applicable exit load).

 

The current NAV of the scheme is ₹27.45 as on 29 May 2026, and the risk level is Very High.

 

Key Scheme Metrics

Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G) was launched on 26 Aug 2014 and is benchmarked against[BSE 500 Japan - TRI]. The scheme is managed by Kinjal Desai who has been managing the fund since 31 May 2018 and the fund is also managed by Amber Singhania. The exit load of the fund is 1% on or before 1Y, Nil after 1Y

 

Top 5 holdings

The top 5 holdings of the fund are

In Japan-focused international funds, top holdings are usually diversified across industrial manufacturing, automobiles, robotics, financial services, precision engineering, electronics, and technology companies that benefit from Japan's advanced industrial economy and export-oriented business ecosystem.

 

Top 5 Sector Allocation

The top sector exposures are

SectorAllocation (%)
"Unspecified33%
Miscellaneous16%
Finance8%
Engineering6%
Construction5%

.

Sector allocation plays an important role in Japan-focused international funds since the performance of industrials, automobiles, automation, robotics, electronics, and financial companies can significantly influence overall returns.

 

Performance:

Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G)'s recent CAGR returns are 35.5% (1 year), 20.4% (3 years) and 10.6% (5 years). These returns are as of 31 May 2026

Against the peer set, the scheme is ranked 4/7 over 1 year, 4/7 over 3 years, 5/6 over 5 years period.

 

How much money would you have made:

If you had invested 1,00,000 in Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G) then you would have got:

SIP Invested 1,00,000

DurationAnnualized Returns (%)Current Total ValueCurrent Total Profit
1 Year35.5%135500.0035500.00
3 Year20.4%120400.0020400.00
5 Year10.6%110600.0010600.00

Note: These are historical returns and they may not repeat in the future.


Always check exit load before investing in any fund.

Equity quants:

As of1 Apr 2026, the fund's Beta is 0.

The fund's Standard Deviation was 4%.

Similarly, Alpha was 1.

Also, Sharpe ratio was 0.

Currency Exposure & International Investing Note:

Since the fund invests in Japanese equities, returns are also influenced by currency movement between the Indian Rupee (INR) and the Japanese Yen (JPY). A weakening Indian Rupee can positively impact returns for Indian investors, while a strengthening Rupee may reduce the benefit from overseas gains.

Currency movement can sometimes have a meaningful impact on international fund performance independent of underlying stock market returns.

Japan Economy & Market Exposure Note:

Japan is one of the world's largest developed economies and is globally recognized for its leadership in automobiles, industrial manufacturing, robotics, electronics, automation, and precision engineering. Japanese companies play an important role in global supply chains and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Japan-focused funds may benefit from themes such as corporate governance reforms, technological innovation, export growth, automation demand, and improving domestic economic activity. At the same time, returns may also be influenced by global trade conditions, currency movements, and monetary policy decisions by the Bank of Japan.

Who should invest in International Funds?

It may suit investors who want to:

  • Diversify beyond Indian markets
  • Get exposure to developed international economies like Japan
  • Participate in long-term growth of Japanese manufacturing and technology companies
  • Reduce concentration risk associated with investing in a single country
  • Stay invested for 5 years or more

Benefits of investing in International Funds:

It offers a few practical benefits: geographical diversification, access to globally competitive Japanese companies, exposure to sectors underrepresented in India such as robotics and advanced automation, currency diversification, and participation in developed market opportunities.

Things to consider before investing in International Funds:

International funds are subject to global market volatility, currency fluctuations, geopolitical developments, and regulatory changes. Japan-focused funds may also experience periods of volatility due to changes in global trade demand, export cycles, interest rate policies, and Yen currency movement.

Taxation of Multi Asset Allocation Funds:

Since this fund is treated as a non -equity oriented fund:

  • Short-term capital gains (≤2 years): taxed at Tax Slab
  • Long-term capital gains (>2 years): taxed at 12.5%

Tax rules are subject to change as per regulations.

Conclusion

Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G) is positioned as a country-specific international investment option that provides exposure to Japan’s developed economy and globally competitive industrial and technology businesses.

A simple way to track whether it is doing its job is to follow three indicators: consistency versus benchmark, diversification across sectors, and long-term participation in Japanese economic and corporate growth. The strength of such funds lies in offering international diversification and access to advanced global businesses through a focused Japan-oriented investment strategy.

Frequently Asked Questions

To invest a lumpsum amount in Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G) with Ventura: Access the Mutual funds section by logging in to Ventura through your browser/mobile app Select Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G) from the list, the amount to be invested & make the payment.

To start a SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) in Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G) with Ventura: Access the Mutual funds section by logging in to Ventura through your browser/mobile app Select Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G) from the list, the amount to be invested & date of deduction. Pay the first instalment towards your SIP. Set the autopay mandate to enable regular investment of future SIP instalments, directly from your bank account. And you're done. Note: Remember to keep your bank account funded with the amount for regular SIPs for your mutual fund investment in Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G).

It will take up to one trading day for the invested Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G) units to reflect in your portfolio. For example, If you have made the investment in Nippon India Japan Equity Fund(G) on Monday before the cut-off time, the units will be allotted to you by Tuesday or the next working day if it is followed by a holiday. The NAV (Net Asset Value) for the units allotted will be as of the day you place your trades.

Yes, mutual funds can be bought or redeemed after market hours through the Ventura web platform or mobile application. However, the execution of these orders depends on the mutual fund's cutoff time for processing transactions.

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