株式会社UNIVA・Oakホールディングス

平田漁網商店として、創業。1868年（慶応4年）

Hirata Sajiro, a shipping agent from the Kuwana domain, founded Hirata Fishing Net Store in 1868 (Keio 4) to manufacture and sell fishing nets, taking advantage of the demand for fishing gear in the Tomisuhara area, where fishing was thriving in the seafood-rich Ise Bay. This was the predecessor of UNIVA Oak Holdings.

In 1949, the company was listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, the Osaka Securities Exchange, and the Nagoya Stock Exchange.

1987年（昭和62年）には三重県四日市市から東京都中央区築地に本社を移転。社名も「ヒラボウ」に変更する。

In 1987, the company relocated its headquarters from Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture to Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo. The company name was also changed to "Hirabou."

In 2001, the firm entered the investment business and began providing financial support for listed companies and business restructuring support.

In 2005, the company relocated its headquarters to Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo, and accelerated its investment banking business, including corporate acquisitions, investments in listed companies, and IPO investments.

In 2006, the company changed its name to Oak Capital Co., Ltd. and became a full-fledged independent investment bank, providing support for fundraising by underwriting equity financing for listed companies, as well as support and advice on business strategies, including M&A, in line with corporate growth strategies.

In June 2021, we will shift from investment banking to "value co-creation business." The company will shift to a management structure that will enable it to grow as a group while generating stable earnings.

"Standard Market" from the Second Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2022.

In October 2023, the company name will be changed to UNIVA Oak Holdings, in line with the philosophy of "Unite the Values."