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Saisunkan's Strategic Acquisition of Nihon Bio Foods Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

On September 29, 2025, Saisunkan Co-Creation Laboratory, headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, officially attained a complete 100% ownership stake in Nihon Bio Foods Manufacturing Co., Ltd., a health food OEM enterprise located in Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture. This noteworthy acquisition aims to fortify Saisunkan's presence in the health food industry and propel the group towards achieving its vision of becoming a 'Positive Age Company'.

Overview of Nihon Bio Foods Manufacturing

Founded in 1992, Nihon Bio Foods Manufacturing specializes in OEM production of health foods and supplements, establishing its factory in Miyazaki City in 2005. Known as one of the largest contract manufacturing facilities for health foods in western Japan, it boasts a unique ability to produce a wide variety of dosage forms such as hard capsules, powders, granules, and tablets. Particularly recognized for its expertise in propolis raw materials, the company implements a one-stop service for product planning, manufacturing, and delivery, ensuring both flexibility and high quality—with certifications in ISO22000 and GMP.

Synergies and Future Outlook

The strategic acquisition is poised to create significant synergies within the Saisunkan group, outlined as follows:

1. Accelerated Product Development and Value Creation:
By leveraging Nihon Bio Foods Manufacturing's agile production capabilities, Saisunkan plans to enhance its speed in new product development and conduct comprehensive test marketing efforts within the food sector. The expectation is that, in the coming years, this facility will evolve into a production hub with quality control that meets pharmaceutical standards, paving the way for the cultivation of innovative products that deliver unique value.

2. Strengthened Sales Force and Business Expansion:
Integrating Saisunkan's extensive sales expertise into Nihon Bio Foods Manufacturing's operations will bolster its sales structure. This enhancement is anticipated to help the company align with burgeoning market trends, setting the stage for substantial business growth.

3. Reinforced Group Support Structure:
Nihon Bio Foods Manufacturing will serve as a key production site within the Saisunkan group, thereby heightening support for the various businesses under the group umbrella. Additionally, this new structure will facilitate personnel exchanges and training opportunities, promoting collective knowledge accumulation across the organization.

This acquisition transcends mere production capacity enhancements, representing a strategic investment by Saisunkan to fulfill its commitment to innovation and service quality as a 'Positive Age Company'. The ultimate goal is to enable Nihon Bio Foods Manufacturing, as part of the Saisunkan group, to create new value for customers moving forward.

M&A Details

• - Acquisition Date: September 29, 2025
• - Nature: Full acquisition of 100% equity, making Nihon Bio Foods Manufacturing a wholly-owned subsidiary of Saisunkan Co-Creation Laboratory.

About Saisunkan Co-Creation Laboratory

Saisunkan Co-Creation Laboratory is an open innovation driver connecting the Saisunkan group with external enterprises and research institutions, aiming to create a society where individuals look forward to tomorrow. Through collaborations in joint research, ventures, M&A, and investments within various industries, Saisunkan fosters new value creation and supports the growth of the Saisunkan group's business operations. Key business focuses include open innovation related to Domohorn Wrinkle, biological rhythms, frailty, and experience-driven emotional engagement, as well as bioscience initiatives employing split yeast and microalgae.

For additional inquiries, please contact:
Saisunkan Co-Creation Laboratory
Headquarters: 4-10-58 Takanawa, Minato, Tokyo
Ryuuichi Ayabe
TEL: 090 4586 9359
Email: [email protected]