Japan Process Development Co.,Ltd.
9651・Standard Market・Information & Communication
Governance
Company with a Board of Corporate Auditors. The Board of Directors consists of 7 members, including 2 outside directors (outside ratio approximately 28.6%), and the Board of Corporate Auditors consists of 3 members, including 2 outside corporate auditors. Voluntary advisory committees, namely a Nomination and Compensation Advisory Committee and an Investment Review Advisory Committee, have been established to strengthen governance.
Risk Management
Under a system centered on the responsible director, the company comprehensively manages risks across the entire group, including sustainability-related risks, and the Board of Directors receives reports on material risk information and determines countermeasures. In the event of an emergency, a system has been established to set up an emergency response headquarters headed by the President and Representative Director.
Shareholder Returns
Continuing a progressive dividend policy targeting a consolidated payout ratio of 66%. For FY2026 (ending May 2026), the annual dividend is ¥76 (ordinary dividend of ¥68 plus special dividend of ¥8), marking the 8th consecutive year of dividend increases, with a payout ratio of 64.7%. For FY2027 (ending May 2027), the annual dividend is planned at ¥92 (an increase of ¥16). In addition, the company has resolved to conduct share buybacks (up to 900,000 shares / ¥1,750 million), strengthening capital efficiency and shareholder returns.
Dividend Policy
The company aims to maintain stable dividends and achieve a consolidated payout ratio target of 66%, implementing a progressive dividend policy during the current medium-term management plan period (June 2024 to May 2027). A special dividend of ¥8 per share will be paid each period over the five fiscal years from FY2025 (ending May 2025) through FY2029 (ending May 2029). The annual dividend for FY2026 (ending May 2026) is ¥76 per share (interim ¥33 + year-end ¥43; ordinary dividend of ¥68 plus special dividend of ¥8), representing the 8th consecutive year of dividend increases. For FY2027 (ending May 2027), the annual dividend is planned at ¥92 (interim ¥46 + year-end ¥46; ordinary dividend of ¥84 plus special dividend of ¥8), with a projected payout ratio of 66.2%.
ESG
As part of its climate change response, the company has set a target of reducing Scope 1+2 emissions by 75% by FY2030 compared to FY2021 levels, with FY2024 actual emissions at 132t-CO2. In terms of human capital, the company has introduced performance-linked bonuses, restricted stock compensation, scholarship repayment support (up to ¥1 million), and an online learning platform, achieving childcare leave utilization rates of 100% for women and 83% for men. Recognizing the low female manager ratio of 1.7% as a challenge, the company has formulated a General Employer Action Plan (2021-2026) to promote women's advancement in the workplace.
Last updated: August 27, 2025