Investindustrial has appointed Shinichi Takahashi as head of Japan, joining from Lone Star Funds where he launched a corporate buyout team focused on Japan. The move strengthens the firm’s international platform and supports portfolio companies in global expansion. Takahashi brings nearly 30 years of private equity experience in industrials and technology sectors.

Previously, he held roles at Endeavour United, Innovation Network Corporation of Japan, Permira, and Mitsubishi Corporation. Investindustrial recently opened its Japan office in Marunouchi, Tokyo, and operates across Asia and the Middle East with over 17 portfolio companies. Emanuela Cisini, partner and head of Asia and the Middle East, noted Japan’s growing importance as a source of growth and innovation.

The firm has €19 billion in raised fund capital and maintains a network of 6,500 employees, 27 manufacturing and R&D facilities, and 55 corporate locations across the region. Takahashi said Investindustrial is an attractive partner for founder-led, family-owned, and corporate carve-out businesses in Japan and other Asian markets. The news brief was produced with AI assistance.