Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about the Company

  • Q.1When was the Company established?

    A.1
    The Company was established in 1917. Please visit the page of Our History for further details.
  • Q.2What business is the Company in?

    A.2
    Please visit the page of Our Businesses.
  • Q.3How many employees do you have?

    A.3
    Please visit the page of Company Profile.
  • Q.4When did the Company go public?

    A.4
    The Company went public in 1949.
    Please visit the page of Our History for further details.
  • Q.5What is your stance on corporate governance?

    A.5
    Under the management philosophy of Toyo Seikan Group (Management Policy, Creed and Vision), we attach high priority to enhancing our corporate governance in order to increase corporate value and keep developing and evolving while contributing to the society through our business activities. Our fundamental policy is to make a continuous effort to pursue this management goal.
    Please visit the page of Corporate Governance Policy for further details.
  • Q.6What Sustainability activities is the Toyo Seikan Group undertaking?

    A.6
    Please visit the page of Sustainability.

Questions about financial results

  • Q.1What is the fiscal year end?

    A.1
    It is March 31.
  • Q.2Can you give me your earnings results information?

    A.2
    Please visit the page of IR Library.

Questions about stock administration and dividend

  • Q.1On what stock exchange is the Company listed?

    A.1
    The Company is listed on the prime section of Tokyo Stock Exchange.
  • Q.2What is the securities code of the Company?

    A.2
    It is 5901. The Company is categorized under the “Metal Products” sector of the TOPIX Sector Indices.
  • Q.3What is the current price of the Company’s stock?

    A.3
    Please visit this page for current market prices.
  • Q.4What is the minimum unit of trading for the Company’s shares?

    A.4
    The minimum lot is 100 shares.
  • Q.5How can I sell shares in the Company that are less than the minimum trading unit?

    A.5
    While shares in a lot less than minimum trading unit, or an odd lot, cannot be traded on the stock exchange, we can purchase our shares in an odd lot from you upon your request. If you hold odd-lot shares of the Company and want to sell the holding, please contact the administrator of our shareholder registry.
    The contact information is as follows:
    Stock Transfer Agency Business Planning Department
    Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited
    Location: 1-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
    Phone: 0120-782-031(for domestic call only)
    URL:https://www.smtb.jp/personal/agency/index.html
  • Q.6What is your dividend policy?

    A.6
    Rewarding shareholders is one of our important management issues.
    Our basic dividend policy is to ensure stable and constant payment. During the period of the Fifth Mid-term Management Plan, from fiscal 2018 to 2020, an annual dividend of 14 yen or more per share shall be paid each year.
    Please visit the page of Shareholder Registry and Dividend Information for recent dividend payments and forecast.
  • Q.7I failed to receive dividends before the payment period expired. What should I do to receive the dividends?

    A.7
    Please contact the administrator of our shareholder registry.
    The contact information is as follows:
    Stock Transfer Agency Business Planning Department
    Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited
    Location: 1-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
    Phone: 0120-782-031(for domestic call only)
    URL:https://www.smtb.jp/personal/agency/index.html
  • Q.8When is the general shareholders meeting held?

    A.8
    The general shareholders meeting is held every June.
    Please visit the page of IR Calendar for further details.
  • Q.9When is the deadline for becoming a shareholder to be entitled to vote at the shareholders meeting?

    A.9
    The record date to determine the shareholders entitled to vote at the shareholders meeting is March 31.
  • Q.10Do you offer a shareholder incentive program?

    A.10
    We have not introduced a shareholder incentive program.
  • Q.11I want to know the carrying value of my holding.

    A.11
    Please contact the administrator of our shareholder registry.
    The contact information is as follows:
    Stock Transfer Agency Business Planning Department
    Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited
    Location: 1-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
    Phone: 0120-782-031(for domestic call only)
    URL:https://www.smtb.jp/personal/agency/index.html
  • Q.12Where is the contact office to handle stock administrative procedures for shareholders?

    A.12
    The Stock Transfer Agency Business Planning Department of Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited handles the procedures for shareholders.
    Contact information:
    Location: 1-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
    Phone: 0120-782-031(for domestic call only)
    URL:https://www.smtb.jp/personal/agency/index.html

Other questions

  • Q.1Where can I ask questions about topics other than the above-mentioned?

    A.1
    Please contact us via the Contact page.