Strategic Cross-Border M&A Advisory

Where Strategic Intent Meets Global M&A Opportunity

Based in Tokyo, MAG advises Japanese blue-chip strategic companies on cross-border M&A. We operate at the intersection of strategy, discretion, and long-term value creation.

Our M&A Advisory Focus

We support Japanese blue-chip strategic companies in navigating complex cross-border situations, where clarity, timing, and discretion matter most.

Strategic Positioning

Clarifying strategic intent and long-term objectives to frame cross-border decision-making with coherence and purpose.

Opportunity Origination

Identifying selectively sourced opportunities aligned with strategic priorities, ahead of broad market exposure.

Due Diligence Support

Shaping early-stage approaches and initial engagement that are credible, context-aware, and appropriate for senior-level dialogue.

Cross-Border Negotiation

Coordinating dialogue across geographies and stakeholders while respecting cultural and organizational dynamics.

Selective Partnering

Working with a limited network of trusted advisors and counterparties through invitation-only collaboration globally.

Execution Oversight

Supporting execution through disciplined oversight, ensuring alignment from strategic intent through outcome royally for our clients.

Services

Our advisory services support cross-border M&A engagements,
with an emphasis on strategic clarity, discretion, and execution alignment.

Our Customers

We work with a small group of Japanese blue-chip strategic companies and international counterparts engaged in long-term growth and transformation.

“Clarity, Discretion, and Trust”

“MAG brought a rare level of strategic clarity and discretion to a complex cross-border situation. Rather than pushing a process, they focused on alignment, timing, and decision context which ultimately led to a far better outcome than we initially envisioned.”

Daniel Harper

CEO, Northbridge Industries Ltd.

Our Team

Our advisory work is led by a small group of professionals
with deep cross-border experience and disciplined judgment.

Yugo Hosoda

Managing Director, Founder

Extensive experience in global finance and cross-border M&A.
Career began at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, later joining
Development Bank of Japan (DBJ).

At DBJ, advised Japanese corporates on the entire M&A
lifecycle. Began M&A advisory practice in 2010, established MAG
in 2025 to serve Japanese strategic buyers.

Inketsu Okina

Director

Hands-on finance and M&A professional. Former CFO of a
high-growth global startup (USD 130M+ raised).

Independently led financial due diligence and acquisition
strategy for U.S.-listed companies. Proven ability to drive
transactions from strategy through closing.

Considering a Cross-Border M&A?

We engage selectively with Japanese blue-chip strategic companies and trusted counterparts
to explore cross-border situations where intent, timing, and alignment matter most.