ORIX Corporation has acquired 100% of shares in Luluark Co., Ltd., a leading operator of capsule toy specialty stores and amusement facilities in Japan, to support its growth in a rapidly expanding market.

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ORIX Corporation, based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has announced its acquisition of 100% of the shares of Luluark Co., Ltd., a company specializing in capsule toy stores and amusement facility operations, headquartered in Fukuoka, Japan. Luluark entered the capsule toy vending machine business in 1980 and was a pioneer in launching capsule toy specialty stores in 2014. Currently, it operates various capsule toy stores across Japan, including the well-known "Gachagacha no Mori."

Luluark's specialty stores offer a wide array of capsule toys, featuring popular anime character merchandise, as well as figures representing animals and insects. These stores are situated in commercial facilities and shopping streets, making them easily accessible. Notably, "Gachagacha no Mori" benefits from strong partnerships with major toy manufacturers, which enables appealing product assortments and inviting store designs that attract customers of all ages.

The vending machines within the stores are equipped with sensors that monitor sales figures, allowing for same-day shipments of additional produ

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