RAKUS Co., Ltd.
3923・Prime Market・Information & Communication
Governance
A company with a Board of Corporate Auditors. Composed of 6 directors (including 3 outside directors), the Board of Directors meets 20 times per year. The company has established a voluntary Nomination and Compensation Committee (with a majority of independent officers) for matters related to director nominations and compensation, ensuring transparency and objectivity in governance.
Risk Management
Based on the Risk Management Regulations, the company comprehensively and systematically manages all risks. Risks and opportunities are identified for each materiality item, each department conducts regular monitoring, and a system is in place whereby findings undergo review by the President and Representative Director before being reported to the Board of Directors. The company maintains and renews its ISMS certification and Privacy Mark, and regularly conducts BCP drills and information security training.
Shareholder Returns
Continuing a policy of consecutive dividend increases with a consolidated dividend payout ratio target of 10% or more as a guideline. The year-end dividend for FY2026 (ending March 2026) is ¥7.00 per share (total dividends of ¥2,478 million, payout ratio of 19.0%). Share buybacks of ¥6,999 million were conducted, with all repurchased shares retired, resulting in a total return ratio of 71.3%. For FY2027 (ending March 2027), a dividend of ¥8.00 per share is planned (payout ratio forecast of 11.2%).
Dividend Policy
Dividends are paid with a consolidated dividend payout ratio target of 10% or more as a guideline, and in principle, consecutive dividend increases are implemented by setting the minimum annual dividend per share at a level exceeding the previous year's actual results. Dividends are basically paid once a year (at fiscal year-end). From FY2027 (ending March 2027) onward, based on the new medium-term management plan, the policy is to target a total return ratio of 20% or more as a guideline and continue increasing dividends every fiscal period.
ESG
Identified 12 material issues and is advancing multifaceted ESG initiatives, including climate change (CO₂ emissions disclosure and contribution to paper reduction through products), human capital (RLP penetration, engagement improvement, male childcare leave uptake rate of 75.8%), information security (maintaining ISMS and Privacy Mark certification), and DEI and human rights response. The company has also received external recognition, including selection for the Great Place to Work® "Best Workplaces" ranking for 9 consecutive years.
Last updated: June 25, 2026