AKISHA

What We Do

AKISHA’s Unique Acquisition Model

Sustaining Legacy. Enabling Growth. Connecting Japanese SMEs to the World.

AKISHA KK offers a strategic, long-term solution to Japan’s succession crisis, one that prioritises sustainable business continuity, cross-cultural understanding (二人三脚伴走型), and international growth over short-term profits.


Our Approach: Acquisition with Full Commitment

We acquire 100% or majority ownership of one of a kind Japanese industrial SMEs, that face succession challenges. As a result, we ensure that each company’s legacy not only lives on, but is also positioned for long-term success through:

  • Strategic leadership and daily management together with the existing team (伴走型)
  • Operational and full-flegded back-office support
  • Overseas market expansion and brand development

Unlike traditional M&A firms that focus on restructuring and resale, AKISHA is built on long-term partnership, trust, and stewardship.

Our Model: Majority Acquisition, 100% Responsibility

Our December 2024 Nerima Ward Business Support Center Jury Prize Award winning business model is fundamentally different. Rather than flipping companies, we focus on building them. This means:


  • Growth opportunities are actively pursued and unlocked
  • Retiring owners can take a step back with peace of mind, while remaining closely involved
  • Employees keep their jobs and workplace culture

  • Operations continue with integrity and stability


Business Continuity & Growth Support

After acquisition, our focus immeditially shifts to long-term stability and growth. We provide strategic support across key areas, ensuring a seamless transition and future readiness. This includes:


  • Leadership and vision alignment

  • Brand identity preservation
and enhancement
  • Modernisation strategies, where appropriate

  • Governance, legal, and compliance oversight

  • Financial and human resources continuity


We learn from our successes, constantly iterating to stay ahead.

Back-Office & Operational Support

In addition to ownership, we provide shared back-office services that relieve day-to-day operational burdens. This allows business owners, technical professionals, and companies as a whole to focus on what they do best: delivering value and craftsmanship. Our support includes:

  • Legal and compliance services
  • Financial and tax administration
  • HR and payroll management
  • General affairs and administrative operations
  • Digital transformation (DX) and IT system upgrades

As a result, our portfolio companies benefit from increased efficiency and reduced risk, without losing their unique identity.

Overseas Expansion Through AKISHA EUROPE bv

Many Japanese SMEs possess world-class capabilities, yet struggle to enter overseas markets due to language barriers, regulatory complexity, and lack of local networks.

To solve this, AKISHA EUROPE BV, our wholly-owned Belgian entity, acts as a European launchpad for Japanese manufacturers. We provide:

  • B2B domestic sales development
  • EU market entry strategy and execution by connecting the dots in our vast global network
  • Distribution and retail network creation
  • Cross-cultural business support
  • Legal and customs compliance

Our business development network spans all 27 EU member states and aligns fully with the EU–Japan Economic Partnership Agreement.