Message from the Chairman
At Kitahama Capital Partners, we have continuously pursued “meaningful challenges for society” while expanding our business domains with a focus on finance, real estate, and IT.
At the core of our philosophy lies the spirit of “Kitahama Bank.” We are committed to staying attuned to the changing tides of the times and evolving boldly in response. Since our founding, we have consistently upheld the belief that true finance must continuously reexamine its role in supporting communities, individuals, and the future.
Guided by this principle, our current management structure emphasizes both deep expertise and strong execution across diverse sectors.
President and CEO Yoshiaki Hiraoka has demonstrated exceptional leadership in cutting-edge fields such as data centers, AI, tourism, and energy. His remarkable capacity for learning and drive for progress have played a pivotal role in advancing our business.
With a broad perspective cultivated across multiple industries, and a unique balance of agility and insight, he continues to support the growth of our company as a dynamic and forward-thinking leader.
Together with Hiraoka, we operate under a dual Representative Director system. While our roles differ, we are united by a shared vision for the future, enabling swift, decisive management and agile business development.
With the aspiration of becoming the “Kitahama Bank of the 21st Century,” we pledge to continue creating truly valuable businesses for society, together with all of you.
We sincerely appreciate your continued support and trust.
Executive Chairman & CEO
Kensei Maeda
Management Philosophy and Code of Conduct
Our Commitment Behind the Name Change
On July 1, 2024, we changed our corporate name to Kitahama Capital Partners Co., Ltd., adopting the name “Kitahama” to reflect our founding philosophy. Inspired by the words of Kiyochika Iwashita, former president of Kitahama Bank—”Business is people”—we are committed to fulfilling our role as an investment bank that fosters businesses shaping the next generation and contributes to the creation of a more enriched and humane society.
Management Policy
Our management policy extends beyond conventional financial services such as investment methods and business development through financial arrangements. We are committed to internal transformation that reflects themes aligned with our corporate values—such as Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and the globally recognized Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—with the aim of improving implementation and achieving tangible results.
We continuously reassess our position and are committed to further strengthening the trust of our shareholders and all stakeholders as we transition to a circular and sustainable business model.
We are committed to establishing clear investment criteria and pursuing the development and continuous operation of core businesses as our key management strategy.
Recognizing the Accelerating VUCA Era
In an increasingly unpredictable and complex social structure, both individuals and businesses are exposed to rapidly changing environments, requiring a wide range of insights and information to respond effectively to evolving social and economic conditions.
Even in long-established industries, a change in leadership or perspective can unlock new avenues for growth. In an age where conventional wisdom no longer holds, we believe it is essential to build a flexible and adaptive corporate structure unbound by past successes.
To support this transformation, we are strengthening the foundation of our organization by clarifying the role of our Corporate Strategy Division and cultivating a more cyclical and sustainable approach to decision-making.
Establishing a New Path to Success
Society is built upon the diverse narratives of individuals.When we break down what we once saw as a monolithic whole and examine it closely, we often uncover vibrant innovations hidden beneath the surface. There is still a world of untapped potential waiting to be explored. To promote ESG-conscious investment—focusing on Environment (E), Social (S), and Governance (G), which are crucial for the long-term growth of any enterprise—we have established a Research & Development Division. This new unit is dedicated to fostering a mindset that emphasizes proactive information gathering, hypothesis development, multifaceted analysis, and powerful execution. We are committed to developing new business models based on phased testing and validation. In parallel, we will also refine and strengthen our existing businesses through continuous marketing analysis, evaluation, and improvement. By engaging in multidisciplinary dialogue grounded in narrative marketing, we aim to uncover symbiotic structures and redefine the “blurred boundaries” that exist across industries. Through this, we will forge a clear and innovative path to future success under a new organizational structure.
A New Business Framework to Establish the Next Path to Success
Basic Policy on Corporate Governance
The basic approach of our group toward corporate governance is as follows:
We believe that enhancing the soundness and transparency of management, while ensuring compliance with laws, social norms, and ethical standards, is essential for establishing and maintaining a healthy management structure. Our goal is to maximize corporate value while fulfilling our social responsibilities to stakeholders, including shareholders, customers, employees, business partners, and local communities. We view corporate governance as the fundamental framework for achieving this.
To that end, our group is committed to placing importance on the interests of all stakeholders involved in our business activities. We strive to accurately assess our management environment, make timely decisions, and strengthen the oversight functions necessary to ensure sound and transparent corporate management.
Company Overview
Company Name
Kitahama Capital Partners Inc. (Formerly: Sun Capital Management Co., Ltd.)
Established
September 1992
Capital
JPY 8,021,907,669 (as of July 2025)
Location
8F, Kitahama Business Kaikan, 2-1-17 Kitahama, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0041, Japan
TEL：+81-6-6226-7581 (Main Line) / FAX：+81-6-6226-7582
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Business Activities
・Investment Business
・Solution Business
Executives
Executive Chairman & CEO:
Kensei Maeda
President & COO:
Yoshiaki Hiraoka
CFO:
Tetsuhiro Sato
CIO:
Shu Kodama
External Director:
Mikito Katsura
Full-time External Auditor:
Minoru Nagaoka
External Auditor:
Mitsuhiro Goto
External Auditor:
Tsuyoshi Suzuki
Legal Advisors
- Legal Professional Corporation KOMYO-KAI
- TMI Associates
- Sun Sogo Legal Corporation
Major Subsidiaries
- Kitahama Energy Co., Ltd. (Development, construction, and operation of renewable energy. Planning and operation of data centers)
- Kitahama GRF Co., Ltd. (Research, design, and development of power plants and BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS)
- Your Device Co., Ltd. (Planning and operation of data centers. Development, construction, and operation of renewable energy)
- Sun Realty Co., Ltd. (Regional Revitalization and Local Development Projects)
- SUN Digital Transformation Co., Ltd. (Business DX Projects)
- Sanyo Onoda Biomass Fuel Supply Co., Ltd. (Biomass Power Generation Business)
- Tottori Country Club Co., Ltd. (Operation and Management of Golf Courses)
http://www.tottori-cc.co.jp/
History
March
Established Sun Realty Co., Ltd. (Osaka City, Chuo-ku, currently a consolidated subsidiary).
In conjunction with the commencement of operations by Sanyo-Onoda Biomass Fuel Supply Co., Ltd., its status was changed from a non-consolidated to a consolidated subsidiary.
February
Upon the transfer of shares in Seven Star Co., Ltd., the company was excluded from the scope of consolidation.
Acquired 70% of the outstanding shares in Martial ACE Holdings Co., Ltd., located in Kita-ku, Osaka (currently a consolidated subsidiary).
January
Relocated the head office to Chuo-ku, Osaka
December
Completed the liquidation of the Hokusai Ukiyo-e Manga Project Limited Liability Partnership, based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, following its dissolution.
October
Closed the Tokyo branch office located in Minato-ku, Tokyo.
July
Acquired 51% of the outstanding shares in Takayama Engineering Co., Ltd. (currently Suntech Co., Ltd., a consolidated subsidiary based in Minato-ku, Tokyo).
Established SUN Digital Transformation Co., Ltd. in Yodogawa-ku, Osaka (currently a consolidated subsidiary).
April
Transferred shares in Land Best Co., Ltd., thereby excluding it from the scope of consolidation.
May
Completed the liquidation of HOKUSAI.260 Co., Ltd. and Jia Station Co., Ltd., both based in Minato-ku, Tokyo.
April
In accordance with the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s market segment restructuring, the company transitioned from the JASDAQ (Standard) to the TSE Standard Market.
Transferred shares in Global Walkers Inc., thereby excluding it from the scope of consolidation.
March
Made Seven Star Co., Ltd. a wholly owned subsidiary through a simplified share exchange.
July
Established Jia Station Co., Ltd. in Minato-ku, Tokyo.
June
Established CONQUER Co., Ltd. in Minato-ku, Tokyo.
May
Merged Sun Estate Co., Ltd. (Minato-ku, Tokyo) into the Company, with the Company as the surviving entity.
February
Established Mars Co., Ltd. and HOKUSAI.260 Co., Ltd. (currently a consolidated subsidiary, both located in Minato-ku, Tokyo).
March
Completed the liquidation of Hokuto No.19 Investment Business Limited Liability Partnership, based in Chuo-ku, Osaka.
July
Established Land Best Co., Ltd. in Minato-ku, Tokyo (currently a consolidated subsidiary).
May
Absorbed SGPE Japan Co., Ltd. into Sun Energy Co., Ltd., with the latter as the surviving entity (SGPE Japan is currently a consolidated subsidiary).
February
Completed the liquidation of LLC NQ Yatai Mura (Chuo-ku, Osaka) and San Foods Co., Ltd. (Chuo-ku, Osaka) following the transfer of business operations from LLP NQ Yatai Gai (Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu City).
August
Acquired all shares in La Verita Co., Ltd. (Minato-ku, Tokyo; currently a consolidated subsidiary under the name Sun Energy Co., Ltd.)
Completed the liquidation of Hokuto No.18 Investment Business LLP (Chuo-ku, Osaka).
April
Established Sun Estate Co., Ltd. in Minato-ku, Tokyo (currently a consolidated subsidiary).
March
Established SUN BIOMASS PTE. LTD. in Singapore (currently a consolidated subsidiary).
Established SGPE Japan Co., Ltd. in Minato-ku, Tokyo (currently a consolidated subsidiary).
November
Acquired all shares in MARVEL GREEN POWER ENERGY PTE. LTD., a Singapore-based company engaged in clean energy, and changed its name to SUN GREEN POWER ENERGY PTE. LTD., making it a wholly owned subsidiary.
August
Opened Tokyo Branch of Sun Capital Management Co., Ltd. in Shiba Park, Minato-ku, Tokyo.
December
Terminated the exclusive overseas distribution agreement for the product “Nano Fresher” with Nanox Co., Ltd.
July
Completed the liquidation of San Energy LLP (Chuo-ku, Osaka).
June
Completed the liquidation of Hokuto No.15 Investment Business LLP (Chuo-ku, Osaka), a consolidated subsidiary.
October
Formed a capital and business alliance with Global Walkers Inc., acquiring 50% of its outstanding shares.
Entered into an exclusive overseas distribution agreement for “Nano Fresher” and other products with Nanox Co., Ltd.
February
Entered into a comprehensive business alliance agreement with Hyogo Takara Real Estate Co., Ltd.
September
Established San Energy LLP (Chuo-ku, Osaka) to conduct sales of small-scale solar power systems.
July
Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange JASDAQ (Standard) following the integration of the Tokyo and Osaka stock exchanges.
May
Signed a basic agreement on business collaboration with Hyogo Takara Real Estate Co., Ltd.
March
Dissolved the capital and business alliance with IS Holdings Co., Ltd.
February
Transferred shares in Grand Hotel Matto Co., Ltd., removing it from the scope of consolidation.
November
Transferred equity interest in SCM Southridge, LLC (now AAI LEASING, LLC), removing it from the scope of consolidation.
Transferred shares in Sun Asset Management Co., Ltd. (now Samty Asset Co., Ltd.), thereby excluding both the company and Spring Investment LLP from the scope of consolidation.
August
Completed the liquidation of SS Developments LLP (Chuo-ku, Osaka).
May
Changed the name of LLP NQ Yatai Mura to LLP NQ Yatai Gai.
Relocated the head office to Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
April
Opened the Kitakyushu Office of Sun Capital Management Co., Ltd. in Kokurakita-ku, Kitakyushu City.
February
Established LLP NQ Yatai Mura (Chuo-ku, Osaka; currently a consolidated subsidiary) to manage yatai-style street stalls.
Established LLC NQ Yatai Mura (Chuo-ku, Osaka; currently a consolidated subsidiary) for the same purpose.
Opened the Tokyo Office of Sun Capital Management Co., Ltd. in Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo.
January
Established Sun HE Co., Ltd. with the aim of developing environment-related businesses.
August
Relocated head office to current location.
March
Transferred the golf course operations of Tottori Country Club to a newly established company, Tottori Country Club Co., Ltd. (Tottori City), through a corporate spin-off.
December
Established SS Developments LLP (Chuo-ku, Osaka) to develop and sell investment condominiums.
May
Relocated the head office of Sun Asset Management Co., Ltd. to Tokyo.
June
Formed a capital and business alliance with IS Holdings Co., Ltd.
April
Opened Tokyo Branch of Sun Asset Management Co., Ltd. in Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo.
November
Restructured the Sun Group.
March
Sun Asset Management Co., Ltd. completed registration as a Financial Instruments Business Operator (Type II Financial Instruments Business, Investment Management Business, Investment Advisory and Agency Business).
January
Sun Asset Management Co., Ltd. completed registration as a General Real Estate Investment Advisor.
October
Acquired 50% of the outstanding shares of Grand Hotel Matto Co., Ltd. (Hakusan City, Ishikawa Prefecture), making it a consolidated subsidiary.
August
Established Sun Asset Management Co., Ltd. in Kita-ku, Osaka as a consolidated subsidiary engaged in asset management.
Established Kurando LLC in Kita-ku, Osaka as an equity-method affiliate.
December
Listed shares on the Osaka Securities Exchange Nippon New Market – “Hercules”.
March
Acquired Tottori Country Club golf course as an investment asset.
November
Established Hokuto No.15 Investment Business LLP (Kita-ku, Osaka) as a consolidated subsidiary.
August
Relocated head office to Kita-ku, Osaka.
August
Formed a real estate investment fund to invest in properties eligible for legal conversion.
October
Renovated corporate housing of a listed company into condominiums and formed a real estate investment fund for this purpose.
September
Formed a real estate investment fund utilizing non-recourse loans.
December
Formed a real estate investment fund to invest in non-performing loan portfolios.
February
Formed a corporate restructuring investment fund to invest in revitalization-stage companies.
January
Formed a venture capital investment fund to invest in early-stage companies.
September
Changed the company name to Sun Capital Management Co., Ltd. and officially entered the investment fund management business as an investment company.
May
Reorganized into White Trading Co., Ltd., a financial consulting company based in Katsushika-ku, Tokyo.