I wish you all a Happy New Year.

In 2018, for the fifth consecutive year, Nippon TV captured the annual viewer ratings Triple Crown title by topping the charts in the All Day, Golden Time, and Prime Time categories. I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our many supporters.

We at Nippon TV realize the significance of our public responsibilities. It is our conviction that the Japanese citizenry deserves no less than fact-based accurate and fair information that protects their lives and assets. We will work tirelessly to fulfill our responsibilities as a media organization and earn the continued support and trust of our viewers and sponsors.

The year 2019 brings to a close the Heisei era and opens up a new period in Japan. For us at Nippon TV, we will host and broadcast the Rugby World Cup, followed by the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paralympics the year after.

Nippon TV Holdings and all the companies in the group will strive to win the support of viewers and clients as we continue to set solid missions and bravely take on changes and challenges to ensure that we contribute to the creation and advancement of Japan's wonderful culture.

Sincerely,

Yoshio Okubo
Representative Director, President
Nippon Television Holdings, Inc.

Representative Director, President and Chief Executive Operating Officer
Nippon Television Network Corporation