Kobe Bussan proposes director reappointments for continued growth

Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. announced on December 17, 2025, that its board of directors approved a proposal for the reappointment of all current directors, excluding audit and supervisory committee members, to be put before the 40th annual general meeting of shareholders on January 29, 2026. This includes president and representative director Hirokazu Numata and executive vice president and representative director Yasuhiro Tanaka, both of whom have been instrumental in the company's expansion and operational efficiency since 2012. Numata will continue his leadership overseeing various departments, including quality assurance and R&D, while Tanaka will maintain his focus on administrative departments and new appointments in trade operations and overseas market development.

The proposed reappointments also feature Yasuharu Kido for his extensive experience in accounting and finance, Kazuo Asami for his contributions to plant management and food product manufacturing, and Satoshi Nishida for his role in business expansion and overseas development. Akihito Watanabe is also nominated for his work in expanding the Gyomu Super Business and launching new initiatives within the foodservice promotion division.

Additionally, the company proposed the reappointment of all audit and supervisory committee members: Koichi Masada (full-time), Takeshi Ieki (outside director), and Sachiko Nomura (outside director). These reappointments emphasize a continued commitment to robust oversight, leveraging their respective expertise in finance, accounting, and legal affairs to ensure effective governance and supervision.