Buffett’s Japan Bets: Major Stakes in Trading Houses0

• Finance
• August 8, 2025

Introduction Warren Buffett Japan moves have grabbed global attention, as the legendary investor’s Berkshire Hathaway expands its stakes in the five major trading houses. By increasing its holdings in companies like Itochu, Mitsubishi, Mitsui, Sumitomo, and Marubeni, Buffett signals strong confidence in Japan’s diversified conglomerates. These trading houses, known locally as sogo shoshas, play vital