[YASUDA] Clarification on Our Relationship with a Sponsor of an Overseas Football Club

We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your continued support.

Recently, we have received an increasing number of inquiries from our customers and the media regarding a possible connection between our company, YASUDA Co., Ltd., and a sponsor of an overseas football club that has been subject to some media reports and public confusion.

YASUDA is a Japanese football equipment brand, founded in 1932. We wish to state clearly that we have no capital ties, business partnerships, or any other relationship whatsoever with the aforementioned sponsor company.

While we have always strived to prevent any confusion for our valued customers and members of the press, we are taking this opportunity to reiterate our position in light of the current situation.

YASUDA Co., Ltd. remains committed to contributing to the development of Japan's football culture by providing football equipment based on Japanese standards, designed to perfectly fit the feet of Japanese players.

We thank you for your continued loyalty and understanding.

YASUDA Co., Ltd.