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Resolved 25 September 2026Incoming appointee
2 itemsNakajima Ryo (中島崚) was deemed suitable to improve the Company's corporate value over the medium to long term, based on his track record in franchise operations, support for franchisees and business standardisation. Fukazawa Gakuji (深澤岳司) was selected to improve the effectiveness and soundness of audits by drawing on his experience in internal auditing and familiarity with the Company's business and organisational structure. In addition, a full-time Audit and Supervisory Committee member was selected in light of the increasing importance of group management controls following the expansion of the business and the inclusion of 成田冷蔵株式会社 as a consolidated subsidiary in June 2026.
Nakajima Ryo (中島崚) has worked in franchise operations since joining the Company in 2017 and has a track record of promoting business standardisation through initiatives including the development of a supervisor training system and the preparation of manuals. He was deemed suitable to improve the Company's corporate value over the medium to long term. Fukazawa Gakuji (深澤岳司) has experience in the Internal Audit Office and is familiar with the Company's business and organisational structure, and is expected to contribute to improving the effectiveness and soundness of audits.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Resolution date | 25 September 2026 |
| Scheduled Appointment Date | After the 19th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for 27 October 2026, subject to approval at the General Meeting of Shareholders and formal decisions by the Board of Directors and the Audit and Supervisory Committee following the meeting |
| Name of appointee | Nakajima Ryo (中島 崚), Fukazawa Gakuji (深澤 岳司) |
| Appointee's new position | Director and General Manager, Sales Department, Director and Full-time Audit and Supervisory Committee Member |
| Appointee's previous position | Deputy General Manager, Sales Department, Supervisor, Sales Department |
| Appointee's date of birth | Born 9 June 1994, Born 19 September 1983 |
| Year the appointee joined the Company | 2017, 2015 |
| Reason for change | Nakajima Ryo (中島崚) was deemed suitable to improve the Company's corporate value over the medium to long term, based on his track record in franchise operations, support for franchisees and business standardisation. Fukazawa Gakuji (深澤岳司) was selected to improve the effectiveness and soundness of audits by drawing on his experience in internal auditing and familiarity with the Company's business and organisational structure. In addition, a full-time Audit and Supervisory Committee member was selected in light of the increasing importance of group management controls following the expansion of the business and the inclusion of 成田冷蔵株式会社 as a consolidated subsidiary in June 2026. |
| Reasons for appointment | Nakajima Ryo (中島崚) has worked in franchise operations since joining the Company in 2017 and has a track record of promoting business standardisation through initiatives including the development of a supervisor training system and the preparation of manuals. He was deemed suitable to improve the Company's corporate value over the medium to long term. Fukazawa Gakuji (深澤岳司) has experience in the Internal Audit Office and is familiar with the Company's business and organisational structure, and is expected to contribute to improving the effectiveness and soundness of audits. |
| Number of directors after the change | 7 (including 2 outside directors) |
| Filing as an independent officer | If their reappointment is approved, Hasegawa Naoya (長谷川直哉) and Shimizu Hikaru (清水光) are expected to remain independent officers. |
| Subject to Approval by the General Meeting of Shareholders | Required. The director candidates are scheduled to be submitted to the 19th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for 27 October 2026. |
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The company's own explanation, not something inferred from the numbers.Nakajima Ryo (中島崚) was selected based on his contributions to franchise operations, support for franchisees and business standardisation, as well as his suitability for improving corporate value over the medium to long term. Fukazawa Gakuji (深澤岳司) was selected based on his experience in internal auditing and familiarity with the Company's business and organisation, in order to enhance the effectiveness and soundness of audits. In addition, given the expansion of the business and the increasing importance of group management controls following the inclusion of 成田冷蔵株式会社 as a consolidated subsidiary, the Company will appoint a full-time Audit and Supervisory Committee member.