Champion Curry Transitions to New Management Structure and Appoints New President
Champion Curry, the pioneer of Kanazawa Curry, has announced a new management structure effective April 1, 2026. Yosuke Nakamura has been appointed as the 4th President, while current President Keita Minami becomes Chairman. The organization will be restructured into four divisions to accelerate growth.
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Champion Curry Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nonoichi City, Ishikawa; President: Keita Minami), the original Kanazawa Curry company, decided to transition to a new management structure as of April 1, 2026. This 'organizational renewal' aims for non-linear growth based on the foundations built since its founding. Along with the appointment of a new representative, the company will enhance the speed and quality of decision-making to accelerate business expansion. Consequently, Yosuke Nakamura will assume the role of the 4th President, and Keita Minami will become Chairman.
Since increasing capital two years ago to accelerate growth, we have been continuously reviewing our business and organization in collaboration with our investment partners. To execute business expansion at a faster pace matching our current phase, we decided to adopt a multiple representative system involving a change of president. Additionally, we will welcome new officers and reorganize the company into a four-division system. By gaining more expertise and agility, we will push forward with changes.
Under this new structure, while valuing the brand and tradition cultivated so far, we will work toward further business expansion and the creation of new value.
■ Changes in Executives (Effective April 1, 2026)
- Keita Minami: Chairman (formerly President)
- Yosuke Nakamura: President (formerly Executive Officer)
■ Comment from President Yosuke Nakamura
'I have been appointed as the 4th President of Champion Curry. Our company has been supported by the local community for 65 years since its founding in 1961, and I take the weight of this history seriously. Personally, I deeply love the taste of this "Original Kanazawa Curry" and feel the happiness that a single plate brings every day. Food is an important element that enriches life. Delivering this unique deliciousness to more people and spreading circles of smiles is my greatest mission. Moving forward, I will utilize the knowledge gained in my career to protect our traditions while continuing to take on new challenges that capture the changes of the times. With pride in being loved by the community, I am committed to the further development of Champion Curry and the creation of a rich food culture.'
Since increasing capital two years ago to accelerate growth, we have been continuously reviewing our business and organization in collaboration with our investment partners. To execute business expansion at a faster pace matching our current phase, we decided to adopt a multiple representative system involving a change of president. Additionally, we will welcome new officers and reorganize the company into a four-division system. By gaining more expertise and agility, we will push forward with changes.
Under this new structure, while valuing the brand and tradition cultivated so far, we will work toward further business expansion and the creation of new value.
■ Changes in Executives (Effective April 1, 2026)
- Keita Minami: Chairman (formerly President)
- Yosuke Nakamura: President (formerly Executive Officer)
■ Comment from President Yosuke Nakamura
'I have been appointed as the 4th President of Champion Curry. Our company has been supported by the local community for 65 years since its founding in 1961, and I take the weight of this history seriously. Personally, I deeply love the taste of this "Original Kanazawa Curry" and feel the happiness that a single plate brings every day. Food is an important element that enriches life. Delivering this unique deliciousness to more people and spreading circles of smiles is my greatest mission. Moving forward, I will utilize the knowledge gained in my career to protect our traditions while continuing to take on new challenges that capture the changes of the times. With pride in being loved by the community, I am committed to the further development of Champion Curry and the creation of a rich food culture.'