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Case
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Reference no. IMD-5-0627
Subject category: Marketing
Published by: International Institute for Management Development (IMD)
Originally published in: 1998
Version: 18.03.2009
Length: 12 pages
Data source: Field research

Abstract

This is the second of a four-case series (IMD-5-0626 to IMD-5-0629). Sales of Asahi''s ''Super Dry'' are booming. Kirin Brewery''s share of the market is declining rapidly. Mr Tani has been recently appointed as new General Manager of Kirin''s Beer Division with the mission to respond to Asahi''s challenge. Other competitors have now joined the ''beer war'' between Kirin and Asahi. Kirin must now fight on several fronts. Mr Tani has to decide on an appropriate strategy for Kirin Brewery.
Location:
Industry:
Size:
JPY31 billion
Other setting(s):
1987-1989

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Abstract

This is the second of a four-case series (IMD-5-0626 to IMD-5-0629). Sales of Asahi''s ''Super Dry'' are booming. Kirin Brewery''s share of the market is declining rapidly. Mr Tani has been recently appointed as new General Manager of Kirin''s Beer Division with the mission to respond to Asahi''s challenge. Other competitors have now joined the ''beer war'' between Kirin and Asahi. Kirin must now fight on several fronts. Mr Tani has to decide on an appropriate strategy for Kirin Brewery.

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Location:
Industry:
Size:
JPY31 billion
Other setting(s):
1987-1989

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