Suzumo Machinery Co., Ltd. (6405) Stock Price

Suzumo Machinery manufactures and sells rice processing machines for sushi preparation and plating. These machines, known as "sushi robots" and "plating robots," support efficient production of sushi and other rice-based dishes. Products are sold directly as well as through packaging material traders, kitchen equipment distributors, and exclusive agents.

Suzumo Machinery serves the North American market through its subsidiary Suzumo International Corporation and the ASEAN region through Suzumo Singapore Corporation. For other markets in Asia, Europe, and elsewhere, the company distributes products through domestic and international trading companies, enabling global market expansion.

Suzumo Machinery's subsidiary Seha Japan manufactures and sells hygiene products including alcohol-based cleaning agents and disinfectants. These products are sourced and sold through Suzumo Machinery, supporting sanitation management in the food industry.

Additionally, Suzumo Machinery's subsidiary Japan System Project develops and sells restaurant management systems including POS systems, self-ordering systems, and delivery robots. These solutions enhance operational efficiency for food service businesses and improve customer experience.

Suzumo Machinery Corporation was founded in 1961 as a confectionery equipment manufacturer and developed the world's first mass-produced compact sushi robot in 1981. Today, the company sells sushi robots to over 90 countries worldwide and has grown to become the global market leader. The company's long-term vision is "Bringing delicious and warm food to people around the world," aiming to contribute to society through the advancement of food culture.

Under the medium-term management plan "Growth 2025," the company pursued sustainable corporate value enhancement through three core strategies: expanding and deepening existing markets, building new growth areas and businesses, and actively executing growth-focused investments. Sales of rice processing machinery grew significantly both domestically and internationally, while development in new growth areas advanced through M&A and strategic alliances.

The new medium-term management plan "Next 2028" aims to maximize corporate value through business growth and enhanced social value. The three core strategies are: establishing a truly global corporate structure, evolving into a value-creation-focused enterprise, and building a corporate foundation for sustainable growth. For the fiscal year ending March 2028, the company targets revenue of 22 billion yen, operating profit of 3 billion yen, and ROE of 12.0%.

For growth strategy, the company will expand markets in North America as Japanese cuisine gains recognition globally. Domestically, as the sushi robot market matures, the company will promote market expansion of Fuwarica, its rice-serving robot, and expand products and services that address customer business challenges. In development strategy, the company will strengthen product development for labor-saving solutions. In production strategy, the company aims to improve production capacity through operational changes at its new factory.

Under capital and financial strategy, the company will actively promote investment in new products, new businesses, capital expenditure, and intangible assets to maximize corporate value. Additionally, the company will strengthen shareholder returns with dividend increases and a shareholder return ratio of 30% or higher as a core policy.