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Hitomile Invests in Umenoyado Brewery, a Producer of Sake and Umeshu

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Published Apr 15, 2026 6:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:54 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Hitomile Co., Ltd.
invested in the historic Umenoyado Brewery through its subsidiary NSK to enhance product development and sales capabilities.

Hitomile Co., Ltd. invested in the historic Umenoyado Brewery through its subsidiary NSK to enhance product development and sales capabilities.

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Published: Apr 15, 2026

Hitomile Co., Ltd. (formerly Kakuyasu Group) announced that it has invested in Umenoyado Brewery Co., Ltd., a brewery with over 130 years of history, through its subsidiary NSK. This investment is part of Hitomile's 'TRANSFORMATION PLAN 2028' medium-term management plan, which emphasizes sustainability and contribution to the F&B industry. Umenoyado, known for its 'Aragoshi' fruit liqueur series, aims to be the first brewery to list on the stock market. The partnership aims to combine production and sales expertise to create high-value products and support the growth of drinking culture.

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It aims to strengthen ties between producers and sellers to create high-value products and support the long-term development of food and beverage culture.

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Hitomile Co., Ltd. invested in the historic Umenoyado Brewery through its subsidiary NSK to enhance product development and sales capabilities.

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