Japan’s Kirin Acquires Canadian Vitamin Maker Jamieson Wellness for $1.3 Billion

Japanese brewer and beverage company Kirin Holdings announced on August 7, 2026, that it has agreed to acquire Ontario-based vitamin and supplement maker Jamieson Wellness for 1.898 billion Canadian dollars ($1.3 billion). This acquisition marks Kirin's strategic move to establish a foothold in the health science sector in North America, the world's largest supplement market, as the beer market remains flat.

Kirin Holdings has been diversifying its business portfolio to include health foods and supplements, aiming to capitalize on growing consumer demand in these areas. The deal positions Kirin to expand its presence beyond traditional brewing into the broader health and wellness industry.

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• Nikkei Asia: Japan's Kirin buys Canadian vitamin maker for $1.3bn in health science push