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Revenue and profit growth in the home-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business

First written in FY2017-Q2. 16 of 37 entries say "Advanced", first in FY2017-Q3. Latest entry: FY2026.

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  1. FY2026Lower sales and slight operating profit growth in the manufacturing and wholesale businessAnnual report

    「Revenue in the lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business was ¥5,874 million (¥7,042 million in the previous consolidated fiscal year), while operating income was ¥618 million (¥613 million in the previous consolidated fiscal year).」

    Although net sales declined due to channel optimization and changes in transaction formats, operating profit increased slightly, supported by air fryers, auto-cook pots, portable fans, and other products.
  2. FY2026-H1AdvancedAnnual report

    「① Residential lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business: net sales were ¥3,634 million (¥3,617 million in the same period of the previous year), and operating profit was ¥429 million (¥236 million in the same period of the previous year).」

    While net sales in the manufacturing and wholesale business increased only marginally, operating profit rose from ¥236 million to ¥429 million through procurement and inventory management, cost reductions, and lower logistics costs.
  3. FY2025AdvancedAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the residential lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business were ¥7,042 million (¥6,459 million in the previous fiscal year), and operating profit was ¥613 million (¥580 million in the previous fiscal year).」

    The manufacturing and wholesale business exceeded the previous fiscal year's net sales and operating profit, supported by adapting BRUNO products for overseas markets to local needs and launching new products.
  4. FY2025-H1AdvancedAnnual report

    「In the residential lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, sales of collaboration products featuring popular characters and lucky bags were strong, and domestic sales exceeded those of the same period of the previous year. Overseas, the company markets kitchen appliances and other products for overseas markets, primarily in China and elsewhere in East Asia. In addition, the sales of subsidiary Japan Gals exceeded plan. As a result, net sales were ¥3,617 million (¥3,284 million in the same period of the previous year), and operating profit was ¥236 million (¥220 million in the same period of the previous year).」

    The manufacturing and wholesale business recorded higher revenue and operating profit, driven by growth in domestic sales, kitchen appliances for East Asia, and Japan Gals' performance above plan.
  5. FY2024ReframedAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the residential lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business were ¥6,459 million, and operating profit was ¥580 million.」

    Following the re-consolidation, including Japan Gals, the company disclosed full-year net sales of ¥6,459 million and operating profit of ¥580 million for the manufacturing and wholesale business.
  6. FY2024-Q3Third-quarter cumulative manufacturing and wholesale business results following the transition to consolidated accountingAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business amounted to ¥5,048 million and operating profit was ¥386 million.」

    For the third-quarter cumulative period following the transition to consolidated accounting, including ジャパンギャルズ, the manufacturing and wholesale business reported net sales of ¥5,048 million and operating profit of ¥386 million. While ジャパンギャルズ exceeded its plan, domestic wholesale and overseas sales were affected by the reversal of COVID-related demand and changes to the sales structure.
  7. FY2024-Q2Lower revenue and operating profit continuedAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business amounted to ¥3,284 million (¥5,045 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥220 million (¥323 million).」

    The manufacturing and wholesale business posted lower sales and operating profit year on year due to the easing of stay-at-home demand and a review of the overseas sales structure, among other factors. The Company explained that ジャパンギャルズ exceeded its plan.
  8. FY2024-Q1Decline in revenue and operating profitAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business amounted to ¥1,412 million (¥2,298 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥28 million (¥81 million).」

    While ジャパンギャルズ exceeded its plan, the manufacturing and wholesale business posted lower sales and operating profit due to the end of the stay-at-home demand cycle and a review of the sales structure in Greater China, among other factors.
  9. FY2023Full-year manufacturing and wholesale business results following the transition to non-consolidated accountingAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business amounted to ¥5,572 million and operating profit was ¥781 million.」

    Full-year results for the manufacturing and wholesale business under non-consolidated accounting following the transfer of シカタ are disclosed. The disclosure notes that sales to mass retailers and through TV shopping, among other channels, expanded, while the end of the stay-at-home demand cycle and the impact of a review of the overseas sales structure affected performance.
  10. FY2023-Q3Manufacturing and wholesale business results following the transition to non-consolidated accountingAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business amounted to ¥4,416 million and operating profit was ¥660 million.」

    The third-quarter cumulative results for the manufacturing and wholesale business under non-consolidated accounting following the transfer of シカタ are reported.
  11. FY2023-Q2Decline in revenue and operating profitAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business amounted to ¥5,045 million (¥5,100 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥96 million (¥701 million).」

    Although OEM sales to mass retailers and some domestic sales channels grew, the manufacturing and wholesale business posted lower sales and operating profit due to the end of the stay-at-home demand cycle, lower overseas sales, and higher freight costs, among other factors.
  12. FY2023-Q1Slight revenue decline, operating profit downAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business amounted to ¥2,298 million (¥2,328 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥81 million (¥248 million).」

    Net sales in the manufacturing and wholesale business declined from ¥2,328 million to ¥2,298 million, and operating profit declined from ¥248 million to ¥81 million. Growth in sales through consumer electronics retailers and TV shopping, as well as OEM sales by シカタ, was offset by the end of the stay-at-home demand cycle, lower overseas sales, and higher freight costs, among other factors.
  13. FY2022Higher Revenue and Lower Operating ProfitAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business amounted to ¥10,129 million (¥9,830 million in the previous consolidated fiscal year) and operating profit was ¥1,286 million (¥1,763 million).」

    The manufacturing and wholesale business posted higher sales due to overseas sales and OEM sales by シカタ to mass retailers, while operating profit declined due to the easing of stay-at-home demand and a higher cost ratio.
  14. FY2022-Q3Higher Revenue and Lower Operating ProfitAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business amounted to ¥7,849 million (¥7,623 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥1,060 million (¥1,327 million).」

    While sales in the manufacturing and wholesale business increased by ¥226 million, operating profit declined by ¥267 million. Growth in overseas BRUNO sales and OEM sales by シカタ was offset by the impact of the end of the domestic stay-at-home demand cycle.
  15. FY2022-Q2Higher Revenue and Lower Operating ProfitAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business amounted to ¥5,100 million (¥4,922 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥701 million (¥850 million).」

    While sales in the manufacturing and wholesale business increased, operating profit declined. Domestic sales declined slightly as stay-at-home demand eased, while overseas sales and large-lot OEM sales by シカタ contributed.
  16. FY2022-Q1Slightly higher revenue, lower operating profitAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales amounted to ¥2,328 million (¥2,288 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥248 million (¥376 million).」

    While sales in the manufacturing and wholesale business increased, operating profit declined. The Company explained that sluggish sales to customers focused on e-commerce and production delays in China were factors.
  17. FY2021-Q3AdvancedAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales in the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business amounted to ¥7,623 million (¥6,736 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥1,327 million (¥916 million).」

    While sales to customers operating stores declined, sales to customers focused on e-commerce expanded, resulting in higher sales and profit year on year for the manufacturing and wholesale business.
  18. FY2021-Q2AdvancedAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, sales to the Company's wholesale customers operating stores declined due to the impact of the spread of COVID-19. However, sales to customers focused on e-commerce expanded, resulting in wholesale sales reaching 118% of the same period of the previous year. At シカタ, a subsidiary, sales of OEM bags and original-brand products declined due to the impact of the spread of COVID-19, leaving シカタ's sales at 82% of the same period of the previous year. As a result, net sales amounted to ¥4,922 million (¥4,764 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥850 million (¥598 million).」

    While sales to stores and sales by シカタ declined, wholesale sales to e-commerce customers expanded, and the manufacturing and wholesale business posted higher sales and profit.
  19. FY2021-Q1Slightly lower sales and higher profit in the manufacturing and wholesale businessAnnual report

    「As a result, net sales amounted to ¥2,288 million (¥2,299 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥376 million (¥247 million).」

    While net sales in the manufacturing and wholesale business declined slightly year on year, operating profit increased from ¥247 million to ¥376 million.
  20. FY2020Lower sales and higher profit in the manufacturing and wholesale businessAnnual report

    「For the fiscal year under review, net sales amounted to ¥9,531 million (¥9,799 million in the previous consolidated fiscal year) and operating profit was ¥1,548 million (¥1,389 million).」

    While sales to customers operating stores declined, sales of BRUNO kitchen appliances and sales to customers with online retail operations contributed, resulting in higher operating profit despite lower sales.
  21. FY2020-Q3Lower sales and profit in the manufacturing and wholesale businessAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, as described above, the global spread of COVID-19 caused delays in the arrival of new products and reduced sales to customers operating stores. However, the interior products brand BRUNO, which focuses on kitchen appliances, was driven by sales of core products such as the Compact Hot Plate and seasonal appliances. Sales to customers focused on online retail also increased substantially. As a result, net sales amounted to ¥6,736 million and operating profit was ¥916 million.」

    While sales to online retail customers and BRUNO contributed, net sales declined from ¥7,382 million in the same period of the previous year to ¥6,736 million, and operating profit declined from ¥1,039 million to ¥916 million.
  22. FY2020-Q2Lower sales and profit in the manufacturing and wholesale businessAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, as described above, the interior products brand BRUNO, which focuses on kitchen appliances, was driven by sales of core products such as the Compact Hot Plate and seasonal products such as humidifiers. Sales of bags by subsidiary 株式会社シカタ also remained steady. Net sales amounted to ¥4,764 million and operating profit was ¥598 million.」

    Although sales of BRUNO and シカタ were described as steady, net sales for the manufacturing and wholesale business declined from ¥4,831 million in the same period of the previous year to ¥4,764 million, and operating profit declined from ¥704 million to ¥598 million.
  23. FY2020-Q1Higher Revenue and Lower Operating ProfitAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, as described above, the Company's own product brands, including the interior products brand BRUNO, were driven by sales of the core Compact Hot Plate. Sales also expanded for products meeting diverse customer needs, including the Oval Hot Plate and Portable Fan, resulting in substantial sales growth both in Japan and overseas. Sales of bags by subsidiary 株式会社シカタ also remained steady. Net sales amounted to ¥2,299 million and operating profit was ¥247 million.」

    The manufacturing and wholesale business posted higher sales year on year due to its product lineup and sales of シカタ's bags, while operating profit declined from ¥280 million in the same period of the previous year to ¥247 million.
  24. FY2019AdvancedAnnual report

    「Overseas sales of hot plate-related products, particularly in China and Hong Kong, increased sharply, with BRUNO's overseas sales reaching 360% of the previous fiscal year's level. In addition, sales from OEM sales and other activities involving bags by 株式会社シカタ were added. As a result, net sales amounted to ¥9,799 million (¥5,461 million in the previous consolidated fiscal year) and operating profit was ¥1,389 million (¥1,290 million).」

    In the manufacturing and wholesale business, BRUNO's overseas sales reached 360% of the previous fiscal year's level, and OEM sales by シカタ were also added, resulting in higher net sales and operating profit.
  25. FY2019-Q3AdvancedAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, as described above, the Company's own product brands, including the interior products brand BRUNO, which focuses on kitchen appliances, performed strongly. In particular, overseas sales of hot plate-related products in China, Hong Kong, and other markets exceeded 300% of the same period of the previous year. In addition, sales from OEM sales of bags by subsidiary 株式会社シカタ were added. As a result, net sales amounted to ¥7,382 million and operating profit was ¥1,039 million.」

    In the manufacturing and wholesale business, overseas sales of hot plate-related products exceeded 300% of the same period of the previous year, and OEM sales of シカタ's bags were also added, resulting in net sales of ¥7,382 million and operating profit of ¥1,039 million.
  26. FY2019-Q2AdvancedAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, as described above, the Company's own product brands, including the interior products brand BRUNO, which focuses on kitchen appliances such as hot plates, performed strongly. Sales from OEM sales of シカタ's bags were also added. As a result, net sales amounted to ¥4,831 million and operating profit was ¥704 million.」

    The manufacturing and wholesale business reported net sales of ¥4,831 million and operating profit of ¥704 million, supported by the Company's own products, including BRUNO, and OEM sales of シカタ's bags.
  27. FY2019-Q1AdvancedAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, as described above, the Company's own product brands, including the interior products brand BRUNO, which focuses on kitchen appliances such as hot plates, performed strongly. Sales from OEM sales of シカタ's bags were also added. As a result, net sales amounted to ¥2,197 million and operating profit was ¥280 million.」

    In addition to the Company's own products, including BRUNO, OEM sales of シカタ's bags contributed to first-quarter results for the manufacturing and wholesale business, which reported net sales of ¥2,197 million and operating profit of ¥280 million.
  28. FY2018AdvancedAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, as described above, sales of the Company's own product brands, including the interior products brand BRUNO, which focuses on kitchen appliances such as hot plates, remained strong. In addition, 株式会社シカタ became a consolidated subsidiary in May 2018. As a result, net sales amounted to ¥5,461 million and operating profit was ¥1,290 million.」

    The full-year results for the manufacturing and wholesale business, including the consolidation of シカタ, were reported as net sales of ¥5,461 million and operating profit of ¥1,290 million.
  29. FY2018-Q3AdvancedAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, as described above, the Company's own product brands, including the interior products brand BRUNO, performed strongly. Net sales amounted to ¥3,436 million (¥3,178 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥881 million (¥737 million).」

    The Company's own product brands, including BRUNO, performed strongly, and the manufacturing and wholesale business posted higher sales and profit.
  30. FY2018-Q2AdvancedAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, the Company's own product brands, including the interior products brand BRUNO, which focuses on kitchen appliances, performed strongly. Net sales amounted to ¥2,338 million (¥2,069 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥628 million (¥442 million).」

    The Company's own brands, including BRUNO, performed strongly, and the manufacturing and wholesale business posted higher sales and profit.
  31. FY2018-Q1AdvancedAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, as described above, the Company's own product brands, including the interior products brand BRUNO, which focuses on kitchen appliances such as hot plates, performed strongly. Net sales amounted to ¥1,001 million (¥915 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥275 million (¥176 million).」

    Against the backdrop of strong performance from the Company's own product brands, including BRUNO, the manufacturing and wholesale business posted higher sales and profit.
  32. FY2017AdvancedAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, as described above, the Company's own product brands, including the interior products brand BRUNO, which focuses on kitchen appliances such as hot plates, performed strongly. Net sales amounted to ¥4,545 million (¥3,853 million in the previous fiscal year) and operating profit was ¥1,162 million (¥645 million).」

    Against the backdrop of strong performance from the Company's own brands, including BRUNO, the manufacturing and wholesale business posted net sales of ¥4,545 million and operating profit of ¥1,162 million, representing increases in both sales and profit year on year.
  33. FY2017-Q3AdvancedAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, as described above, sales of the Company's own product brands, including the interior products brand BRUNO, which focuses on kitchen appliances such as hot plates, remained strong. Design-related fee income also increased. As a result, net sales amounted to ¥3,195 million (¥2,813 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥755 million (¥352 million).」

    The manufacturing and wholesale business posted higher sales and profit, supported by strong performance from the Company's own brands, including BRUNO, and an increase in design-related fee income.
  34. FY2017-Q2First statedAnnual report

    「In the household-related lifestyle products manufacturing and wholesale business, as described above, sales of the Company's own product brands, including the interior products brand BRUNO, which focuses on kitchen appliances such as hot plates, remained strong. As a result, net sales amounted to ¥2,087 million (¥1,863 million in the same period of the previous year) and operating profit was ¥459 million (¥231 million).」

    Against the backdrop of strong sales of the Company's own product brands, including BRUNO, the manufacturing and wholesale business posted higher sales, and operating profit increased from ¥231 million in the same period of the previous year to ¥459 million.
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