You do not haveto buy it all
From full acquisition to partnership, we help you choose the structure that fits your strategy.
Structure
When it fits
What you gain
Your stake
Full Acquisition100% of shares acquired
You want full control to integrate the business into your group
Full control
Majority Stake51% or more; the seller keeps a stake
You take control while keeping the founder engaged through a transition
Control with continuity
Minority InvestmentA stake below 50%
You want to build the relationship first, or foreign ownership is limited
Strategic foothold
Joint VentureA new company with a Japanese partner
You combine your market access with their technology or brand
Shared risk and know-how
Business PartnershipLicense, distribution or franchise
You want to work with a Japanese company without acquiring it
Access without ownership
Stake bars are illustrative.
01 The opportunity