Notice Regarding Status of Treasury Stock Acquisition (Acquisition of Treasury Stock Based on Company Law Article 165, Paragraph 2 Provisions in the Articles of Incorporation)

Overview of Treasury Stock Acquisition

Hikari Tsushin, Inc. has been conducting treasury stock acquisitions in accordance with the resolution of the Board of Directors on November 11, 2025, pursuant to the provisions of Article 165, Paragraph 3 of the Company Law. From February 1 to February 28, 2026, the company acquired 31,500 shares of treasury stock through market purchases on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, with a total acquisition value of ¥1,350,989,000. The target shares are the company’s common stock, with cumulative acquired shares totaling 114,300 and an acquisition value of ¥4,935,857,000.

Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook

The Board of Directors resolution set an acquisition limit of 350,000 shares, an acquisition value cap of ¥10 billion, and a purchase period from November 12, 2025 to June 30, 2026. The recent acquisition corresponds to approximately 32.7% of the limit, and the company intends to continue treasury stock acquisitions while considering market conditions. The acquisition of treasury stock aims to enhance shareholder value, contributing to dilution control and improved capital efficiency.