Kirin Holdings
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The company in brief
Kirin Holdings Company, Limited is a Japanese diversified beverage company. It is a major player in the global beer market, known for brands like Kirin Ichiban. Beyond beer, Kirin produces a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including spirits, wine, and soft drinks. The company also has interests in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
Timeline
- 1885 Japan Brewery Company, Limited, the predecessor of Kirin, was established.
- 1907 Japan Brewery Company changed its name to Kirin Brewery Company, Limited.
- 2007 Kirin Brewery Company, Limited transitioned to a holding company structure, becoming Kirin Holdings Company, Limited.
