Mitsubishi HC Capital
Japanese corporate group formed in 2021 through the merger of Mitsubishi UFJ Lease and Hitachi Capital, providing leasing and finance solutions globally.
Last updated September 11, 2026
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Overview
Mitsubishi HC Capital is the name adopted in 2021 when Mitsubishi UFJ Lease and Hitachi Capital merged. The group provides leasing-centered finance solutions in Japan and customer-oriented leasing and sales finance in Europe, the Americas, Asia and Oceania, and China, and also operates in environment and energy, aviation, logistics, and real estate. As of March 31, 2026, the group reported net income of 162.2 billion yen, total assets of 13.0 trillion yen, 7,950 employees, and operations in more than 20 countries, with overseas assets accounting for 63% of total assets. Its shares are listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market.
History
In 2021, Mitsubishi UFJ Lease and Hitachi Capital merged, and the company name became Mitsubishi HC Capital. The predecessor lineage includes: in 1957, Tokyo Hitachi Household Electric Appliance Monthly Sales was established (Hitachi's first regional monthly sales company); in 1968, Hitachi Lease was established (Japan's first manufacturer-affiliated general leasing company); in 1969, Central Lease was established and the name was changed from Hitachi Monthly Sales to Hitachi Credit; in 1971, Diamond Lease was established; in 1999, Diamond Lease and Ryoshin Lease merged; in 2000, Hitachi Credit and Hitachi Lease merged and the name became Hitachi Capital; in 2004, Central Lease integrated the leasing business division of UFJ Business Finance and the name became UFJ Central Lease; in 2007, Diamond Lease and UFJ Central Lease merged and the name became Mitsubishi UFJ Lease; in 2016, Mitsubishi UFJ Lease and Hitachi Capital formed a capital and business alliance; and in 2017, Japan Infrastructure Initiative was established (jointly funded by Mitsubishi UFJ Lease, Hitachi Capital, and Mitsubishi UFJ Bank).
Products and positioning
Customer Solutions
In Japan, centered on Customer Business, which provides leasing-centered solutions to corporations and government agencies, and Vendor Business, which provides finance functions supporting sales by partner vendors such as manufacturers and distributors.
Overseas Customer
In Europe, the Americas, Asia and Oceania, and China, provides customer-oriented leasing and sales finance and other finance solutions based on the social issues and customer needs of each country and region.
Environment and Energy
In Japan and overseas, develops renewable energy power generation businesses such as solar and wind power and environment-related finance businesses. The domestic operating equity capacity of renewable energy power generation businesses is 1.2 GW, among the top class (as of March 31, 2026).
Aviation
Provides services as a group to meet diverse needs of customers including airlines worldwide, such as aircraft leasing, aircraft engine leasing, engine parts-out, and Japanese-style operating leases.
Logistics
Provides marine containers and railcars supporting logistics to customers worldwide through leasing. Also develops high-value-added auto leasing and mobility-related businesses globally through partnerships with partner companies.
Real Estate
Develops real estate finance, real estate investment, and real estate asset management businesses for various asset types such as office buildings, logistics facilities, hotels, commercial facilities, and residences.
Recent events
Mitsubishi HC Capital agrees to acquire CAI International[5]
Reported:
CAI International agreed to be acquired by Mitsubishi HC Capital for $56 per share, at an enterprise value of $2.9 billion.
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