L Catterton Acquires Kisshokichi, the World's Largest Kobe Beef Restaurant Chain
August 1, 2025
L Catterton, a global consumer-focused private equity firm, has acquired Kisshokichi, the world's largest Kobe beef restaurant chain, which operates around 50 restaurants across Japan. The firm will partner with founder and chairman Kiyomi Akagi and management to accelerate domestic expansion and explore potential overseas growth while leveraging Kisshokichi's centralized processing capabilities and strong unit economics.
- Buyers
- L Catterton
- Targets
- Kisshokichi
- Industry
- Restaurants & Hospitality
- Location
- Japan
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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