Kotobuki Spirits projects strong sales growth despite challenging environment

Kotobuki Spirits Co., Ltd. announced estimated sales results for the second quarter and first half of the fiscal year ending March 2026, projecting robust growth. For the second quarter (July-September 2025), estimated net sales are expected to reach 18,808 million yen, an 8.2% increase compared to the same period last year. Cumulative sales for the first half (April-September 2025) are projected at 35,784 million yen, marking an 8.7% year-on-year increase.

The company's performance was achieved amidst a slowdown in inbound tourist growth and persistent inflation affecting consumer spending habits. Kotobuki Spirits responded by focusing on enhancing product value, optimizing store layouts, strengthening sales capabilities, and bolstering inbound tourism strategies. Inbound sales (international terminal sales) for the second quarter are estimated at 2,436 million yen, a 4.2% increase from the previous year.

Segment-wise, the SUCREY GROUP is estimated to achieve 8,483 million yen in Q2 sales, up 5.8%, with first-half cumulative sales reaching 16,563 million yen, up 6.7%. The KOTOBUKISEIKA GROUP saw Q2 sales of 4,323 million yen, an increase of 10.4%, and first-half cumulative sales of 8,141 million yen, up 11.9%. These segments reflect a reorganization effective April 1, 2025, where "SUCREY" and "KUJUKUSHIMA GROUP" were integrated, and "KOTOBUKISEIKA TAJIMAKOTOBUKI" was renamed "KOTOBUKISEIKA GROUP."