TANAAKK Acquires 100% Share of Lecien Corporation
Tokyo, Japan – 26th Feb 2025 – TANAAKK K.K. (“TANAAKK”), a leading innovator in digital transformation platform, "GAAS™(Growth-as-a-Service™)", announced today that it has acquired 100% of the shares of Lecien Corporation (“Lecien”) from Wacoal Holdings Corp. (TYO Code No. 3591).
This acquisition marks a strategic expansion of TANAAKK’s business portfolio and enhances its capabilities in the consumer discretionary and lifestyle sectors. Lecien, a company with a rich history in textile manufacturing and intimate apparel, has been a wholly owned subsidiary of Wacoal Holdings Corp. Prior to this transaction, Lecien had built a strong reputation for quality and innovation in the lingerie, enbroidary and lace textile industries. Under TANAAKK’s ownership, Lecien will undergo a transformation aimed at leveraging digital technologies to modernize its business model and expand its market presence.
“We are thrilled to welcome Lecien into the TANAAKK family,” said Shoichiro Tanaka, CEO of TANAAKK “This acquisition aligns with our "GAAS" mission to drive digital value chain innovation. Lecien’s traditional procurement power in textiles and intimate apparel, combined with our expertise in AI-driven SaaS products models, creates a powerful synergy that will unlock new growth opportunities.”
By integrating Lecien’s established brand and product lines with TANAAKK’s proprietary digital frameworks, the company aims to enhance Lecien’s operational efficiency, expand its digital sales channels, and introduce new subscription-based and data-driven offerings.
The acquisition will be finalized on April 1st 2025, and both parties have agreed to a seamless transition to ensure business continuity. Lecien will continue to operate under its existing brand while undergoing digital transformation initiatives spearheaded by TANAAKK.
For further inquiries, please contact:
Dr. Taro Shimizu, JD
VP, Corporate Strategy
TANAAKK K.K.
1F 2-3-2 Marunouchi Chiyoda Tokyo 1000005 Japan
info@tanaakk.com
+81 3 5533 8771
About TANAAKK K.K.
TANAAKK K.K. is a Tokyo-based firm specializing in the development and licensing of its digital transformation platform, GAAS™ (Growth-as-a-Service™). The company partners with leading enterprises to launch AI-driven SaaS products, leveraging its proprietary frameworks and infrastructure to drive competitive capital performance, including earnings growth and operating leverage.
About Lecien Corporation
Lecien Corporation is a long-standing manufacturer of intimate apparel and textiles, founded in Kyoto 1933. With a heritage of quality craftsmanship and innovative designs, Lecien has established a strong presence in the Japanese and international markets.
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