AIAI Group Acquires Shares in Happy Co., Plans Subsidiarization

TOKYO, Jul 24 (Pulse News Wire) – AIAI Group Corporation (6557.T) announced today that it has decided to acquire shares of Happy Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "the target company"), making it a subsidiary.

The share transfer agreement was signed with the target company's shareholders. The acquisition aims to strengthen AIAI Group’s integrated approach to childcare, education, and therapy through synergies among existing subsidiaries. With the addition of the target company, which operates 71 facilities across major cities nationwide, AIAI Group expects to enhance service quality, expand support areas, improve management efficiency, and bolster its enterprise value. Post-acquisition, the group plans to operate a total of 263 facilities.

Key details of the target company include: - Capital: ¥10 million - Established: December 15, 2025 - Major shareholder: Wellbeing Holdings (holding 100%) The transaction involves acquiring 200 ordinary shares of Happy Co., Ltd. for a total estimated cost of ¥3.335 billion, including anticipated fees. The share transfer is scheduled to take place on September 1, 2026. Financial arrangements for the acquisition include securing funds through bank loans, currently being negotiated with financial institutions.

Detailed information will be disclosed upon finalization.