Asahi Brewery Hit by Major Cyberattack, Halting Japan Operations
Asahi Group Holdings, one of Japan's largest breweries, is grappling with a significant IT security incident. The attack, which began around 7:00 AM Japanese time on September 29, 2025, has brought large parts of its Japan business to a halt. No ransomware group has claimed responsibility so far.
The company, employing around 30,000 people and producing 100 million hectoliters of beverages annually, is investigating the cause of the disruption. Asahi holds about a third of the domestic market share, making this incident a major concern for the industry. The attack has affected order management and distribution systems, leading to a complete suspension of orders and deliveries. The company's call center and customer service are also unavailable, causing inconvenience to customers and business partners.
Asahi has not yet identified the perpetrator behind the attack. Investigations are ongoing to determine if any data has been stolen. The company is working diligently to restore the affected systems but has not provided a timeline for resuming normal operations. Despite the seriousness of the incident, Asahi has apologized to those affected, acknowledging the disruption to their business.
The cyberattack on Asahi Group Holdings, one of Japan's leading breweries, has caused significant disruptions to its domestic operations. With investigations ongoing and no timeline for recovery provided, the company and its customers face an uncertain period ahead. Asahi's apology reflects the gravity of the situation, with the company committed to resolving the issue and restoring normal operations as soon as possible.
