Pan Pacific International Holdings (PPIH) – operator of Japanese discount retail chain Don Quijote – has acquired American sushi restaurant Mikuni for an undisclosed amount.

The deal, made through PPIH subsidiary Vanshow California, aims to strengthen the company’s sushi business and help Mikuni expand nationwide.

Established in 1987, the sushi chain currently operates eight upscale, casual dining locations in the Sacramento region and one in the East San Fransisco Bay area.

Taro Arai, owner and founder of Mikuni, said there would be no changes in leadership, management, operations or local employment.

“We want to emphasize that Mikuni’s heart and soul will remain true as we live by our mission to be the most loving and loved company in the world,” added Arai.

The acquisition of shares will commence in April for an undisclosed amount.