Impact of the 2026 Kumamoto Earthquake
Watts Co., Ltd. Group (employees of our subsidiaries and stores)
Stores in Kumamoto Prefecture and neighboring areas
An earthquake that occurred in the Kumamoto region on 28 July 2026
The impact on financial results is currently expected to be minor. If a material impact on financial results is expected in the future, we will disclose the information promptly.
Company response
8 stores in Kumamoto Prefecture and neighboring areas have suspended operations. As of 29 July, 14 stores were temporarily closed, of which 6 have recovered and resumed operations.
We will continue to investigate the extent of the damage in detail. For stores that have suspended operations, we will prioritize employee safety and aim to resume operations while consulting with the respective developers. We will also provide hygiene and disinfection products, including disinfectant wet wipes, free of charge to local governments in the affected areas.
If a material impact on financial results is expected in the future, we will disclose the information promptly.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event name | Impact of the 2026 Kumamoto Earthquake |
| Date of occurrence | 28 July 2026 (earthquake occurred in the Kumamoto region) |
| Subject Entity | Watts Co., Ltd. Group (employees of our subsidiaries and stores) |
| Target Locations / Products | Stores in Kumamoto Prefecture and neighboring areas |
| Cause | An earthquake that occurred in the Kumamoto region on 28 July 2026 |
| Impact on Earnings Forecast | The impact on financial results is currently expected to be minor. If a material impact on financial results is expected in the future, we will disclose the information promptly. |
| Suspended operations | 8 stores in Kumamoto Prefecture and neighboring areas have suspended operations. As of 29 July, 14 stores were temporarily closed, of which 6 have recovered and resumed operations. |
| Outlook | We will continue to investigate the extent of the damage in detail. For stores that have suspended operations, we will prioritize employee safety and aim to resume operations while consulting with the respective developers. We will also provide hygiene and disinfection products, including disinfectant wet wipes, free of charge to local governments in the affected areas. |
| Planned follow-up disclosure | If a material impact on financial results is expected in the future, we will disclose the information promptly. |
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The reasons the company gives
The company's own explanation, not something inferred from the numbers.This was caused by the earthquake that occurred in the Kumamoto region on 28 July 2026. For stores that have suspended operations, we are prioritizing employee safety and consulting with the respective developers.