BUENA PARK, CA / ACCESSWIRE / September 11, 2023 / Yoshiharu Global Co. (NASDAQ:YOSH) ("Yoshiharu" or the "Company"), a California-based restaurant operator specializing in authentic Japanese ramen, has entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding ("MoU") with a restaurant operator ("Seller") to acquire Jjanga LLC, HJH LLC and Ramen Aku LLC, all located in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Yoshiharu is expected to acquire the aforementioned restaurant entities through a combination of cash (utilizing bank borrowings) and a convertible note. Under the contemplated transaction, the cash would be disbursed in installments over a predetermined number of years. Meanwhile, the convertible note would likely include a conversion provision enabling the Seller to convert the note into shares of the Company's class A common stock. The Seller, a natural person, is expected to continue as the managing director of the to-be created acquisition subsidiary entity of the Company pursuant to a separate employment and non-competition agreement.
These three acquisitions of restaurants across Las Vegas are part of Yoshiharu's expansion plan that expects to see 13 operating restaurants by the end of the year. With an annual gross revenue from the acquired restaurants exceeding $6 million and a healthy profit margin profile, Yoshiharu expects the restaurants to play an integral and sustainable part in its overall growth strategy.
Jjanga LLC and HJH LLC would serve as an extension to the seafood-centric offerings that Yoshiharu has started to diversify into. In alignment with Yoshiharu's current Izakaya concept adopted in La Mirada, this opportunity would serve as a solid foundation for broadening the Company's offerings beyond the traditional Japanese ramen domain.
The Company believes that the acquisition of Ramen Aku LLC would enhance the robust foundation of Yoshiharu's well-established ramen sector. This acquisition would further the integration of Ramen Aku's unique specialties into Yoshiharu's existing offerings and corporate culture. The Company believes that Ramen Aku's solidified presence across the Las Vegas area would position Yoshiharu to deliver a significantly expanded and diversified array of dining options to its customers.
"I am excited to announce these strategic acquisitions, which serve as a key part of our long-term goal of expanding our restaurant count and geography," said James Chae, Yoshiharu's President, CEO and Chairman of the Board. "By tapping into the robust market there, not only can we cater to the tourists but also have the advantageous position to serve the residential customers in the Las Vegas area, offering them our unparalleled services and products and establishing a strong local footprint alongside the tourist-centric strategies."
Mr. Chae continued, "Overall, we plan to strategically acquire well-established restaurants with a track record of profitability, further bolstering our Company's overall growth strategy. We are making strong progress toward our end goal of operating 13 restaurants by the end of the year and look forward to continuing our commitment to provide an authentic Japanese dining experience."
The acquisitions are subject to successful negotiation and execution of a definitive agreement as well as several contemplated closing conditions including, without limitation, audited financial statements of the target businesses, the obtainment of all requisite licenses and permits, and other customary conditions. An executed definitive agreement is also contingent upon satisfaction by the Company of all business and legal due diligence on the target businesses and is expected to contain customary representations, warranties and covenants of transactions of this nature. The Company cannot make any assurances that a definitive agreement will be executed, however the parties are targeting finalization of a definitive agreement in the early fourth quarter 2023.
About Yoshiharu Global Co.
Yoshiharu is a fast-growing restaurant operator and was born out of the idea of introducing the modernized Japanese dining experience to customers all over the world. Specializing in Japanese ramen, Yoshiharu gained recognition as a leading ramen restaurant in Southern California within six months of its 2016 debut and has continued to expand its top-notch restaurant service across Southern California, currently owning and operating nine restaurants.
For more information, please visit www.yoshiharuramen.com.
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