TKLF (Tokyo Lifestyle Co) Moat Score: 2/10 (As of Sep. 07, 2026)

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TKLF Tokyo Lifestyle Co Ltd TKLF
58 GF Score
Price $1.78
GF Value $6.76
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Tokyo Lifestyle Co Moat Score?

Tokyo Lifestyle Co TKLF +1.71% 58 Moat Score is 2 as of Sep. 07, 2026. GuruFocus rates TKLF with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of $6.76 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,108 Retail - Cyclical companies, Tokyo Lifestyle Co ranks better than 79.87% on this metric.

Tokyo Lifestyle Co has the Moat Score of 2, which implies that the company might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Tokyo Lifestyle Co has No Moat: Tokyo Lifestyle Co Ltd has minimal competitive advantages, with no significant market share, brand strength, or cost advantages. Its moat is very weak and transient.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes Tokyo Lifestyle Co might have No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages.

Tokyo Lifestyle Co  (NAS:TKLF) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

Tokyo Lifestyle Co Moat Score Related Terms

TKLF vs BQ, CGTL, LESL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Specialty Retail subindustry, Tokyo Lifestyle Co's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Tokyo Lifestyle Co Moat Score vs Retail - Cyclical Industry

For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Tokyo Lifestyle Co's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Tokyo Lifestyle Co's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 2 mean?
Tokyo Lifestyle Co (TKLF) has a Moat Score of 2 as of Sep. 07, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, Tokyo Lifestyle Co ranks #223 out of 1108 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 20.1%.
Is Tokyo Lifestyle Co's Moat Score too high?
Tokyo Lifestyle Co's current Moat Score is 2. Based on the distribution chart, Tokyo Lifestyle Co ranks #223 out of 1108 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Tokyo Lifestyle Co has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Tokyo Lifestyle Co's Moat Score compare to BQ and CGTL?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Tokyo Lifestyle Co ranks #223 out of 1108 companies for Moat Score. This places Tokyo Lifestyle Co in the top 20% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Retail - Cyclical company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Retail - Cyclical industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. Tokyo Lifestyle Co's current Moat Score is 2. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Tokyo Lifestyle Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tokyo Lifestyle Co (TKLF) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $6.76, compared to a current price of $1.78 — trading 73.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 2. Tokyo Lifestyle Co's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Tokyo Lifestyle Co (TKLF), the current Moat Score is 2 as of Sep. 07, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Tokyo Lifestyle Co (TKLF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tokyo Lifestyle Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $1.78 is trading 73.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $6.76. GuruFocus considers Tokyo Lifestyle Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for TKLF:

  • Moat Score: 2
  • GF Value™: $6.76 vs. price of $1.78 (73.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TKLF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Tokyo Lifestyle Co Business Description

Address 2-5-9 Kotobashi, Harumi Building, Sumida-Ku, Tokyo, JPN, 130-0022
Tokyo Lifestyle Co Ltd, formerly Yoshitsu Co Ltd is a retailer and wholesaler of Japanese beauty and health products, as well as other products. Its products include cosmetics, skincare, fragrance, and body care. The company's segment includes Directly-Operated Physical Stores, Online Stores and Services, and Franchise Stores and Wholesale Customers. The company generates maximum revenue from the Franchise Stores and Wholesale Customers segment. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from Hong Kong, followed by Japan, the United States, and other overseas markets.
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