Yuji Nakazawa

Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd. (NAM) is the wholly-owned investment management subsidiary of Nomura Holdings, Inc. (TYO: 8604; NYSE: NMR) in Japan. Founded in 1959 as Nomura Securities Investment Trust Co., Ltd., the firm became Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd. in 1997 when they merged with Nomura Investment Management Co., Ltd. Headquartered in Tokyo, NAM provides investment advisory services globally to a broad range of institutional investors as well as pooled investment vehicles, including private funds and Japanese investment trusts.

Nomura Securities Co., Ltd. (NSC) is a wholly-owned brokerage subsidiary of Nomura Holdings, Inc. (TSE: 8604; NYSE: NMR). Headquartered in Tokyo, the firm was founded in 1925. NSC places a strong emphasis on research, both fundamental and quantitative. In addition to stock and bond underwriting, their activities include IPO and M&A advisory, wealth management, separately managed accounts, fund wrap services, prime brokerage and structured equity finance. Their clients include institutions, hedge funds, private banks and private equity funds as well as corporate clients and retail investors.

Citigroup Global Markets Japan, Inc. (CGM-JP) is a wholly-owned broker/dealer subsidiary of Citigroup Japan Holdings GK, ultimately held by Citigroup, Inc. (NYSE: C) in the US. Previously known as Nikko Citigroup Ltd., the firm was founded in 1999 as a joint venture between US-based Citigroup and Nikko Securities, based in Japan. Headquartered in Tokyo, CGM-JP provides brokerage services to governmental institutions, financial institutions, multinational corporations and institutional investors. Their sales and trading, distribution and research capabilities span a broad range of asset classes, currencies, sectors and products including equities, commodities, credit, futures, foreign exchange (FX), emerging markets, G10 rates, municipals, prime finance and securitized markets.

Ant Capital Partners Co. Ltd. (ACP), formerly known as Nikko antfactory, is a private equity firm headquartered in Tokyo. ACP was founded in 2000.

The Company's principal activity is to operate 'tendon' (bowl of rice topped with deep-fried prawns) and 'tempura' specialty chain. The operations are carried out through the following divisions: Shops and Royalty.

TV Tokyo Corp. engages in the business of television broadcasting services. It provides encompass news, animation, sports, talk shows, reality shows, dramas, and sitcoms. ITs operations are carried out through the following business divisions: Broadcasting Business and Rights Management Business. The Broadcasting Business division handles businesses related to program production, terrestrial broadcasting, and domestic program sales. The Rights Management Business division provides the commission of business related to broadcasting peripheral rights, events management, movie financing business and music composition. The company was founded on April 12, 1964 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Nomura Real Estate Development Co., Ltd. provides residential development services, corporate real estate brokerage, commercial property development, building leasing, and architectural design and investment management services. The company was founded in April 15, 1957 and is headquartered Japan

Part of GOURMET KINEYA CO., LTD., Mizuma Railway Co., Ltd. operates a railway and bus system in prefecture. The company is based in Kaitzuka, Japan. Mizuma Railway Co. was acquired by GOURMET KINEYA CO., LTD. on April 06, 2006.

Citigroup Japan Holdings GK operates as a holding company. The company provides financial services to consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions. The company was established in 1991 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

ISE Foods, Inc. produces and markets eggs and poultry products. The firm’s products include nutritional chicken eggs featuring astaxanthin and brown eggs. The company was founded on June 1968 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

Part of TV TOKYO Holdings Corp., BS Japan Corp. provides television broadcasting services. The company is based in Tokyo, Japan. BS Japan was acquired by TV Tokyo Corp. on October 01, 2010 for $95.90 million.

Yukimura Corp. engages in the management of restaurants which provides ramen, Chinese food, fried chicken and other food items. It manufactures and sells selected Chinese side dishes, seasonings and gift products; and also the development of franchise chain stores. The company was founded in April 1979 and is headquartered in Tsuchiura, Japan.

JF Gourmet Card KK is engaged in gift certificate and prepaid cards issuance and consignment sales. The company is also involved in the inspection and research of card distribution systems. JF Gourmet Card was established in 1992 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Part of The Yomiuri Shimbun Holdings, Yomiuri Support & Service Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company that offers comprehensive services such as construction and landscaping construction, maintenance of golf courses and lawn, building maintenance, and fresh flower sales. The company is based in Inagi, Japan. YSS has various divisions that handle landscaping, golf course courses, lawn management courses, construction, building maintenance, and leasing houseplants. The company also manages and operate the Tamakawa Park Ball Place Tamagawa Uene Course as a Kawasaki city designated manager. YSS contributes to the efficient management system of professional sports facilities and public parks.

Part of Genki Sushi Co., Ltd., Genki Sushi USA, Inc. is a chain of conveyor belt sushi restaurants. The company is based in Honolulu, HI. The company's technology became popular among locals in Hawaii and later expanded to other locations. The company was founded by Zeising Reid.

Part of The Yomiuri Shimbun Holdings, Yomiuri Sports KK operates as a public golf course. The company is based in Ichihara, Japan.

Part of The Yomiuri Shimbun Holdings, Yomiuri Kaihatsu KK is a Japanese company that publishes and distributes newspapers. The company is based in Kakegawa, Japan.

Part of Bic Camera, Inc., Ranet Co., Ltd. is a recruitment information company based in Tokyo, Japan. The Japanese company offers services related to communications, such as mobile businesses and MVNO businesses, all over Japan. Ranet aims to create a new "excitement" with mobile communications and become a "bridge" that connects people and the future. The company supports the business development of customer companies, such as providing mobile environments, solutions, and procurement of office equipment for corporations. Ranet is also developing new businesses and expanding business areas, such as communication businesses and businesses that support customer lives.

Part of GOURMET KINEYA CO., LTD., Gourmet Kineya Restaurant KK operates as a restaurant. The company is based in Osaka, Japan.

Part of GOURMET KINEYA CO., LTD., Ginza Tanakaya KK engages in the operation and management of 3 Japanese noodle restaurants. The company is based in Tokyo, Japan. Ginza Tanakaya KK was acquired by GOURMET KINEYA CO., LTD. on April 03, 2017.

FLC Premium, Inc. is a Japanese company that operates in the sales promotion industry. The private company's description mentions a representative who serves as a role model and leads employees with a mindset that does not determine limits. The company appears to prioritize employee satisfaction, as evidenced by their mention of "bursting smiling employees." The original text appears to be in non-standard English and may require translation.

Ichibantei Honbu KK manages franchise services for ramen shops. It also sells food and seasonings. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Chikusei, Japan.