Financial Results: Fiscal Year Ending March 2018

Financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2018 show a record‑high profit trajectory driven by robust sales growth and expanding overseas revenue. Total sales rose 5.3 % from ¥38,926 million in FY2017 to ¥41,000 million in FY2018, while operating profit increased 2.5 % to ¥12,000 million. Ordinary profit fell slightly by 4.3 % from ¥18,293 million to ¥17,500 million, and net income declined 4.0 % from ¥13,017 million to ¥12,500 million. The company’s global footprint expanded, with overseas sales growing 4.4 % to ¥13,500 million and North American revenue up 13.1 % to ¥5,000 million; European sales increased 11.0 % to ¥3,700 million, whereas Asian revenue contracted 7.2 % to ¥4,800 million.

The report highlights a strategic focus on digital marketing, community engagement, and talent development to support a three‑year expansion into the Chinese market. Key titles such as “Nioh” and “Dynasty Warriors 9” achieved strong global sales, with “Nioh” surpassing 1.9 million copies worldwide and “Dynasty Warriors 9” matching sales in Japan and Asia. The company plans to leverage high‑compatibility IPs for further penetration into U.S. and European markets, while also expanding smartphone gaming operations and IP licensing in Asia.

Methodologically, the figures derive from consolidated financial statements covering all business segments—entertainment, pachislot & amusement, real estate, and others—across domestic and overseas operations. The analysis includes year‑over‑year comparisons, regional breakdowns, and unit sales data for major titles. The company’s mid‑term management plan targets a 10 % annual increase in sales and operating profit, aiming for ¥51 billion in sales and ¥17 billion in operating profit by FY2020, with a 50 % payout ratio or ¥50 per share dividend.