Takara Resources Reports on the Results of its Special Meeting of Shareholders

Toronto, February 11, 2013 - Takara Resources Inc. ("Takara" or the "Company") announces that it received the requisite shareholder approval at its Special Meeting of Shareholders held on February 6, 2013, in respect of the sale of StrataGold Guyana Inc. to Alicanto Minerals Limited, an Australian company listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (see News Releases dated December 5, 2012 and December 21, 2012).

Closing is expected to occur on or before February 28, 2013, however, the Company has been advised that Alicanto is required to obtain shareholder approval, and if that is the case, extensions to closing may be considered. In the interim, Alicanto has been meeting its ongoing financial obligations under the sale agreement.

The TSX Venture Exchange has provided its approval for the transaction.



FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

Jennifer Boyle, B.A., LL.B.
President & Chief Executive Officer
Takara Resources Inc.
(647) 430.0966 (office)
(416) 904.2714 (cell)



Statement Regarding Forward Looking Information: Certain information contained in this news release, including any information relating to the proposed transaction and Takara's future financial or operating performance may be deemed "forward-looking". These statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect Takara's expectations regarding the transaction, and the future growth, results of exploration, business prospects and opportunities of Takara. These forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties that are identified and disclosed. Although Takara believes that the forward-looking information contained in this news release are based on reasonable assumptions, readers cannot be assured that actual results will be consistent with such statements. Accordingly, readers are cautioned against placing undue reliance on forward-looking information. Takara expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, events or otherwise, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

The TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) has in no way passed upon the merits of the proposed transaction and has neither approved nor disapproved the contents of this press release.

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