Food & Beverage Business Investment Opportunities in Japan

Family-owned Japanese sake brewery with 400 years of history and a modern corporate structure established 74 years ago, holding historic brand assets and valuable cultural capital. - Possesses a sake manufacturing license enabling production and sale of sake, umeshu (plum liqueur), and other craft liqueurs under Japan’s liquor regulations. - Signature product is our ultra-premium umeshu positioned as a luxury Japanese liqueur for global markets, leveraging terroir, traditional brewing methods, and heritage branding. - Produces sake, umeshu, and craft liqueurs with a production cap of ~600,000 bottles per year. - Current go-to-market via domestic distribution contracts with 6 Japanese distributors, selling to retail, specialty liquor stores, restaurants, and bars across Japan. - Revenue is generated from direct sales to domestic distributors, premium pricing for ultra-premium umeshu and craft liqueurs, and potential export sales targeting global spirits, luxury drinks, and sake markets. - Backed by investors with strong spirits industry expertise, aiming to replicate Japanese whisky’s global trajectory with 20–30% projected growth and export expansion. - Includes production facilities, land, and historic brewery infrastructure, assets that support brand authenticity and production continuity. - Core team of 3 permanent employees plus temporary hires for production, marketing, and design, enabling flexible cost structure and seasonal scale-up.

Wholesale distribution accounts with: - Mitsubishi Shokuhin (Lawson, AEON) - Nihon Access (LIFE, Hankyu Oasis, Heiwado) - Keiteion Foods (LIFE) - Japan Front Farm (Keihan Mall, APPRO, various other retail shops) #1 Highlight is: Starting October this year the protein ice cream will be available in 160/168 LIFE supermarkets in Kansai. LIFE is the third biggest supermarket chain in Japan and their Kansai supermarkets alone sell over 5m units of ice cream a month (data available). Other retail sales channels include: - APPRO (7 stores) - Keihan Mall (3 stores) - AEON Mall Online Supermarket. - Mujirushi (1) Online sales: - Top selling ice cream in all of Amazon Japan during the month of June. - Top 3 for all of July. The Japanese ice cream market is worth 600 billion JPY (roughly 4.2 Billion USD). In this market, there is not a single protein ice cream in retail which represents a huge opportunity for the company since we are already in retail and will expand rapidly starting October. In addition to the owner, there are 12 temporary employees. - Our sales have substantially increased this year, driven by strong growth in online channels and the addition of new retail store partnerships. This dual expansion has not only boosted revenue but also diversified our distribution footprint.

A profitable teahouse and cocktail bar in Tokyo’s Omotesando district, operating successfully for five years with a loyal customer base and distinctive brand identity. The café draws inspiration from Taishō Roman culture, a historical period characterised by the blending of Japanese and European aesthetics. Building on this tradition, the founder incorporates elements of English and German heritage, shaping both the interior atmosphere and overall brand identity. This combination creates a distinctive café experience that appeals to both local customers and international visitors in Tokyo. Following a recent brand and interior refresh, the business has entered a strong growth phase with sales increasing approximately 38% year-on-year while maintaining healthy profitability. Despite operating within a compact footprint, the café maintains strong demand and frequently reaches full capacity during evening service, demonstrating clear potential to scale in a larger location. Operational metrics: ・Seating capacity: 16 seats. ・Average spend per guest: ¥1,600–¥2,000. ・Google rating: 4.4★ from 250+ reviews. ・Strong repeat customer base and steady evening demand. Growth opportunities: ・Opening additional locations in key Tokyo neighbourhoods. ・Expansion into retail tea blends and house-made syrups. ・Development of branded ceramics and merchandise. ・Long-term potential expansion into other Asian markets (Taipei & Bangkok)