The fifth medium-term management plan started from the fiscal year ending March 2023, and the results for the first quarter showed an increase in both revenue and profit compared to the previous period.

We will report on topics from each department.

Technical department
Although there were sudden fluctuations in production volume, we were able to respond flexibly thanks to the effects of multi-skilling. Moving forward, in addition to our efforts towards multi-skilling, we will advance factory DX (Digital Transformation) together with the Digital Twin Division, striving to further improve productivity.
Furthermore, we will steadily advance efforts to reform the development workflow and reduce environmental impact, thereby increasing the number of high-value-added products that can contribute to society.

Digital Twin Business
The increase in orders was due to the rise in tasks such as the creation of 3D data and map data in the national land resilience projects, which are part of the country's policies.
Furthermore, the demand for BIM and CIM in the civil engineering and construction industries is also expanding, and we believe that we have been able to contribute to our customers and society with the technology we have cultivated.

Film Business
The impact of COVID-19 lockdowns in some cities in China (partial disruptions in supply chains and production activities) has led to sluggish growth in the production of smartphones, cars, and electronic components. Additionally, there have been headwinds from rising raw material and logistics costs. However, the number of new project adoptions has increased, resulting in an upward trend compared to the previous fiscal year. To achieve the 5th Medium-Term Management Plan, we will focus on global megatrends (cars, home appliances, next-generation interfaces, medical) and actively challenge new initiatives by incorporating high value-added base materials and liquid sales.

managing section
This year, among the listed companies with a fiscal year ending in March, we were able to hold the shareholders' meeting in May, the earliest possible month. Currently, we are undertaking further workflow reforms towards a new core system starting next year, and we will continue to challenge ourselves to achieve a three-day weekend for the entire company.

Kimoto Farm
The new sake made from rice cultivated on our farm is ready, and this year we have added a third variety to our lineup. Each one has been crafted to have a unique flavor. Despite the ongoing unstable weather, we will continue to make various efforts and carefully cultivate rice so that everyone can enjoy it.

Although we are in a situation of the re-expansion of COVID-19, our company prioritizes the safety and security of our employees and their families, and we will take all possible measures.
Although abnormal weather and various unstable situations continue around the world, we sincerely wish for your health and safety. The KIMOTO Group will work together as one, advancing even more flexible responses, and we will strive daily to meet the expectations of all KIMOTO fans.

We kindly ask for your continued support.