Fact Sheet: Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2022

Key insights

6 takeaways

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KADOKAWA Corporation achieved consolidated net sales of 221,208 million yen for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022, up from 209,947 million yen in the previous year.See it on page 1
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Operating profit grew significantly to 18,519 million yen, while profit attributable to owners of the parent reached 14,078 million yen.See it on page 2
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The Publication segment remains the company's primary revenue driver, contributing 132,972 million yen in net sales and 17,370 million yen in segment profit.See it on page 3
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The Game segment demonstrated strong performance with 19,490 million yen in sales and 5,200 million yen in segment profit.See it on page 3
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The company generated 24,623 million yen in EBITDA, reflecting an 11.1% EBITDA margin and a robust cash position of 123,931 million yen in deposits.See it on page 2
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Overseas expansion is a key strategic pillar, with international sales reaching 28,876 million yen, accounting for 13.1% of total consolidated revenue.See it on page 2

Summary

The fiscal year ended March 31, 2022, represents a period of significant financial growth and operational expansion for KADOKAWA Corporation. The company demonstrated a strong upward trajectory in profitability, with consolidated net sales reaching 221,208 million yen, marking a notable increase from the 209,947 million yen reported in the previous fiscal year. Operating profit saw a substantial rise to 18,519 million yen, compared to 13,625 million yen in the prior year, while ordinary profit climbed to 20,213 million yen. Profit attributable to owners of the parent also grew to 14,078 million yen, reflecting a robust bottom-line performance.

The company’s financial health is further underscored by its consolidated balance sheet, which shows total assets increasing to 325,319 million yen by the end of March 2022. Cash and deposits reached 123,931 million yen, providing a solid liquidity foundation. Cash flows from operating activities remained strong at 21,708 million yen, supporting continued investment in the business. The company’s EBITDA for the fiscal year reached 24,623 million yen, with an EBITDA margin of 11.1%, indicating efficient operational management and strong cash-generating capabilities across its diverse business segments.

KADOKAWA’s performance was driven by its core segments, including Publication, Video, Game, and Web Service. The Publication segment remained a primary contributor, generating 132,972 million yen in net sales and 17,370 million yen in segment profit. The Game segment also showed resilience, contributing 19,490 million yen in sales and 5,200 million yen in segment profit. Overseas expansion remains a strategic focus, with overseas sales reaching 28,876 million yen, representing 13.1% of total sales. This geographic diversification, combined with a steady increase in digital revenue streams such as e-books, highlights the company's successful transition toward a more global and digital-centric business model.