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Sony Music acquires Art Beat, Inc. shares

May 09, 2025•7 months ago

Acquiring Company

Sony Music Entertainment (Japan)

Acquired Company

Art Beat

ChiyodaTokyoMedia And EntertainmentMusicArt

Description

Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc. has acquired all shares of Art Beat, Inc. from Startbahn Inc., making Art Beat a wholly owned subsidiary of SMEJ. Art Beat operates the bilingual art media platform “Tokyo Art Beat,” providing vital art scene information. This acquisition enables SMEJ to enhance its portfolio in the art and media sectors.

Company Information

Company

Sony Music Entertainment (Japan)

Location

Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan

About

Sony Music Entertainment Japan (SMEJ) serves as the headquarters for the management and administration of all Sony Music Group (Japan) subsidiaries and operates as a comprehensive entertainment company engaged in a wide range of business activities across music, media, and technology.

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