Alexander Cameron Sim, Scottish-Japanese pharmacist and businessman, founded Kobe Regatta & Athletic Club (died 1900)

Alexander Cameron Sim

British businessman active in Japan

Alexander Cameron Sim (28 August 1840 – 28 November 1900) was a Scottish-born pharmacist and entrepreneur active in Japan during the Meiji period. He developed the Ramune soft drink and founded the Kobe Regatta & Athletic Club.

Kobe Regatta & Athletic Club

The Kobe Regatta & Athletic Club is Japan's oldest sports club, founded 24 September 1870 by Alexander Cameron Sim. The club moved to a newly manufactured building at the end of 1870 and held its first regatta on 24 December, of that same year. The club and its members…