Who is moving to which position
Resolved 21 April 2026Incoming appointee
1 itemDeparting officer
1 item“Next role stated” means the document names the position the person holds after stepping down. It does not necessarily mean they are leaving the company.
Will not remain on the Board of Directors
Harada Kuniharu (原田 邦治) has worked in research and development for many years, gained experience in production, and served as a director and corporate auditor of companies in the Company Group. He has extensive experience and a high level of knowledge in management and auditing. In light of this knowledge and his track record, he was nominated as a candidate for director serving as an Audit and Supervisory Committee member because he is expected to contribute to strengthening the audit and oversight functions over the management of the Company Group.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Resolution date | 21 April 2026 |
| Scheduled Appointment Date | Scheduled for 23 June 2026, subject to approval at the 101st Annual General Meeting of Shareholders |
| Date of departure | Scheduled for 23 June 2026 |
| Name of appointee | Harada Kuniharu (原田 邦治) |
| Appointee's new position | Director (full-time Audit and Supervisory Committee member) |
| Appointee's previous position | Executive Officer, Head of Internal Audit Office |
| Name of departing officer | Enomoto Shinya (榎本 真也) |
| Former position of departing officer | Director (full-time Audit and Supervisory Committee member) |
| New position of departing officer | Retirement |
| Whether the incumbent will remain in office | Will not remain on the Board of Directors |
| Reasons for appointment | Harada Kuniharu (原田 邦治) has worked in research and development for many years, gained experience in production, and served as a director and corporate auditor of companies in the Company Group. He has extensive experience and a high level of knowledge in management and auditing. In light of this knowledge and his track record, he was nominated as a candidate for director serving as an Audit and Supervisory Committee member because he is expected to contribute to strengthening the audit and oversight functions over the management of the Company Group. |
| Subject to Approval by the General Meeting of Shareholders | Yes. Formal approval is scheduled at the 101st Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, to be held on 23 June 2026. |
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The reasons the company gives
The company's own explanation, not something inferred from the numbers.The Company explains that Harada Kuniharu (原田 邦治) was selected as a candidate because he is expected to contribute to strengthening the audit and oversight functions over the management of the Company Group by drawing on his experience and knowledge in research and development, production, and as a director and corporate auditor of group companies. No reason is provided for the planned departure of Enomoto Shinya (榎本 真也).