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The reason for the change is the long duration of the previous audit relationship, with expectations for a fresh perspective, considering comprehensively factors such as global audit system, independence, expertise, and quality control systems.\n\n### Opinions Regarding Auditor Change and Future Outlook\nThere were no particular opinions from the retiring Ernst & Young ShinNihon LLC, and the Audit and Supervisory Committee has acknowledged the appropriateness of the auditor change decision. Going forward, it is expected that under the audit system of Azusa Audit Corporation, appropriate and fair accounting audits will continue.","jir_financial_highlights":"Scheduled Change Effective Date: 2026-03-20 (Unknown)\nAccounting Auditor to be Appointed: Azusa Audit Corporation (New Appointment)\nAccounting Auditor to be Retired: Ernst & Young ShinNihon LLC (Term Completion (Appointed on 2006-07-01))","jir_category":"","jir_hashtags":"#THKCoLtd, #ChangeInAccountingAuditor, #GeneralIR, #JapaneseStocks","jir_key_figures":"Scheduled Change Date: 2026-03-20 (Date of the 56th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders)\nAppointed Accounting Auditor: Azusa Audit Corporation\nRetiring Accounting Auditor Appointment Date: 2006-07-01 (Ernst & Young ShinNihon LLC)","jir_meta_title":"THK Co., Ltd. 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