Nippon One Software reported a 52.5% year-over-year revenue decline in Q1 2026, with total sales falling to 480 million yen.
See it on page 1The company recorded a 174.6 million yen operating loss for the quarter, though this represents an improvement over the 256.1 million yen loss reported in Q1 2025.
See it on page 8The entertainment division, responsible for game development and digital distribution, generated 450 million yen in sales but suffered a 59.9 million yen operating loss.
See it on page 4Shareholders' equity dropped 4.3% to 7.53 billion yen, while total assets decreased by 341 million yen to 10.81 billion yen.
See it on page 5The student dormitory and services segment grew sales by 25.4% to 30.1 million yen, despite remaining unprofitable with a 3.5 million yen operating loss.
See it on page 4Management has maintained full-year sales guidance of 4.77 billion yen, which represents a projected 9.9% decline compared to the prior fiscal year.
See it on page 8The company's balance sheet remains stable with an equity ratio of 68.6% and a slight reduction in total liabilities to 3.28 billion yen.
See it on page 7The quarterly report for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 presents a sharp contraction in revenue and profitability for Nippon One Software. Total sales fell to 480 million yen, a 52.5 % decline from the same period in 2025, while operating loss widened to 174.6 million yen from a 256.1 million yen loss in the prior year. Comprehensive loss for the quarter reached 169.2 million yen, and net equity decreased to 7.53 billion yen from 7.87 billion yen, reflecting a 4.3 % drop in shareholders’ equity and a 1.0 % decline in the equity ratio.
Segment analysis shows the entertainment division, which includes game development and digital distribution on platforms such as PlayStation Network and Steam, contributed 450 million yen in sales but recorded a 59.9 million yen operating loss, largely due to general administrative costs. The student dormitory and other services segment grew sales by 25.4 % to 30.1 million yen, yet still incurred a 3.5 million yen operating loss.
Balance‑sheet highlights include total assets of 10.81 billion yen, down 341 million yen from the previous year, and a modest increase in cash and deposits. Liabilities fell slightly to 3.28 billion yen, driven by a reduction in accounts payable and long‑term debt. Equity remained strong at 68.6 % of assets.
Management maintains that the company’s strategic focus on development, sales expansion, and productivity improvement will support recovery. Forecasts for the second quarter and full year remain unchanged, with expected sales of 1.40 billion yen for the second quarter and 4.77 billion yen for the year, reflecting a modest 9.9 % decline from the prior year. The company continues to monitor market conditions and adjust its operating plan accordingly.