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Sal Miwa

Miwa Associates LLC

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Po Box 11842,
Honolulu, Hawaii 96828 (View Map)

About the Company

With extensive business management experience and with personal network and connections both in the US and Japan, we are confident to help business owners and investors to achieve their goals.

Broker Biography

Introduction

Born and raised in Nagoya, Japan, I always dreamed of becoming a pilot. After high school, I pursued that dream by moving to the United States, the world’s leading aviation hub. I began my studies at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida, where I earned my private pilot license. However, my passion gradually shifted from flying to aircraft design, leading me to complete a degree in aeronautical engineering before pursuing a graduate degree in Aerospace Engineering at MIT.

After earning my master’s degree from MIT in 1981, I spent several months in Tokyo before relocating to the New York metro area. There, I became involved in numerous startups and company management roles across a diverse range of industries, including computer equipment distribution, optoelectronics and vision system importation, tuna fishing boat operations, plastic injection mold manufacturing, cattle ranching, real estate investment and sales, online book reading services, jet charter and air ambulance services, and composite decking manufacturing. I also served as Chairman of a NASDAQ-listed company and even took one company public, though it ultimately did not succeed. Many of these ventures focused on fostering business relations between the U.S. and Japan.

In late 2011, I relocated to Hawaii and became actively engaged in the local community. I served as Chairman of the Japan-America Society of Hawaii for three years and as Chairman of the Pacific Air Forces Civilian Advisory Council for another three years. One of my most memorable experiences came in 2016 when the Consul General of Japan asked me to organize a major event at the Hawaii Convention Center, bringing together over 1,000 Japanese American attendees for Japanese Prime Minister Abe’s visit to Hawaii, where he met with President Obama.

Services Provided

For Sellers:
- Valuation review and discussion
- Market your business both in the US and Japan online and through personal network
- Help negotiate with the buyer

For Buyers:
- Valuation consultation
- Help negotiate with the Seller
- Management advice
- Assist in finding new management members
- Introduction to professionals
- Due Diligence support

Areas Served

  • Honolulu, HI
  • Hawaii, HI
  • Maui, HI
  • Kauai, HI
  • Japan
  • Professional Affiliations

    Affiliations:
    - Japan-America Society of Hawaii (Chairperson 2016~2018, Director 2013~)
    - Pacific Air Forices Civilian Advisory Council (Chairperson 2021~2023, Co-Chair 2024~)
    - Ukulele Foundation of Hawaii (President 2023, Director 2020~)
    - Department of Air Force Civil Leader (2025 ~)

    Degrees:
    - Science Master Degree in Aero & Astro Engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
    - Bachelor of Science Degree in Aeronautical Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, FL

    License:
    - Private Pilot License - Single Engine Land (1976)

    Business For Sale Listings

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    $240,000
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    Wonderful Food Truck Restaurant in High Tourist Traffic Area

    This food-truck–style restaurant serves a variety of delicious sandwiches, salads, and other fresh takeout options, with plenty of outdoor seating shaded by umbrellas. Conveniently located along the main route to popular tourist destinations and directly across from a park that hosts a weekly market, it also benefits from ample nearby parking. Despite minimal marketing, the restaurant has quickly built a loyal following, with customers regularly ordering takeout and delivery. Since opening in late 2024, it has generated more than $200,000 in sales within its first six months. [Note: The photo above is not an actual photo of the restaurant] 

    $950,000
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    $325,000
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    Coastal Boutique in Kailua, Turnkey Opportunity

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    $7,500,000
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    Profitable Oahu Tour Operator for Sale

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