🇬🇧 British brands owned by Japanese companies 🇯🇵
9 brands that originated in the United Kingdom are owned today by 5 companies headquartered in Japan, led by Sega Sammy, Asahi Group and Kao.
Sega Sammy (2)
| Brand | Category | Acquired | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Football Manager | Video games | 2006 | Jan 2006 |
| Total War | Video games | 2005 | Jan 2005 |
Asahi Group (2)
| Brand | Category | Acquired | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuller's London Pride | Ale | 2019 | — |
| Meantime | Ale | 2016 | Oct 2016 |
Kao (2)
| Brand | Category | Acquired | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Frieda | Shampoo & conditioner | 2002 | — |
| Molton Brown | Bar soap & body wash | 2005 | — |
Suntory (2)
| Brand | Category | Acquired | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucozade | Sports & hydration drinks | 2013 | Dec 2013 |
| Ribena | Juice & juice drinks | 2013 | Dec 2013 |
Calbee (1)
| Brand | Category | Acquired | Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seabrook | Salty snacks | 2018 | — |