Chairman's Message

 Thank you for your continued kind support.

 In recent years, the world has faced heightened instability stemming from international conflicts and disputes as well as environmental issues, and there have been continued increases in the cost of raw materials and energy. Even amid this severe environment, the Zensho Group is committed to continuing to seek growth and fulfill our social responsibility.

 Our business results for the fiscal year under review were net sales of 1,136,684 million yen, operating profit of 75,128 million yen, ordinary profit of 71,890 million yen, and profit attributable to owners of parent of 39,290 million yen. With this, we reached our goal to become the first food service company originating in Japan to achieve net sales exceeding 1 trillion yen.
 The Zensho Group is unique for our unparalleled strength in embracing various growth engines, including Sukiya, Hamasushi, and sushi takeout businesses in overseas markets. We will continue to grow by increasing the speed at which we open new restaurants throughout the world and creating establishments that please our dedicated customers.

 "Stock companies" have the ability to reach across international borders. We have demonstrated our dedication to expanding our association with those who share our philosophy and taking responsibility for the stability and development of human society through our commitment to building food infrastructure that guarantees the stable production and supply of food products, and providing our customers with a wide selection of value-added products.

 We hope that you, our shareholders, will continue to support us as partners in realizing our philosophy.