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These initiatives aim to promote the evolution of 'Max Sales' and strengthen the business foundation by acquiring new direct sales channels. The impact on results for the fiscal year ending March 2026 is expected to be minimal, with detailed disclosures to follow.","jir_financial_highlights":"Capital: 10 million yen (Unknown)\nPlanned Establishment Date: 2026-03-31 (Unknown)\nShareholding Ratio: 100% (Unknown)","jir_category":"","jir_hashtags":"#LifeDrinkCompanyLtd, #M&A, #NewCompanyEstablishment, #VendingMachineBusiness, #JapaneseStocks","jir_key_figures":"Capital: 10 million yen (at new company establishment)\nPlanned Establishment Date: 2026-03-31\nShareholding Ratio: 100% (wholly owned subsidiary)","jir_meta_title":"Life Drink Company, Ltd. 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