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New major shareholder Asahicho Co., Ltd. is newly recorded as a large shareholder with a 10.12% holding. Intends to increase voting rights-based ownership to around 20% over the coming years.","jir_summary":"### Section Heading\nThis notice provides information on the change of the principal shareholder. With Asahicho Co., Ltd. acquiring shares as of July 31, 2026, the number of voting rights held by the company is 5,880 (10.12%), and the company is expected to maintain and expand its position as the first shareholder. Excluded from total issued shares with voting rights is 58,112 shares that do not carry voting rights.\n\n### Section 2 Heading\nFor the outlook, the relevant shareholder has expressed an intention to gradually increase ownership to around 20% on a voting-rights basis over the mid-to-long term to support growth strategy and management policies. Specific progress and disclosure items will be announced as appropriate in the future. 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