The Essence of Real Estate Business: Insights from Toshihito Matsumoto
On June 17, 2026, DYM, a diversified company involved in web services, human resources, and international medical business, hosted the 31st CEO Exchange, known as "Salon de CEO." This exclusive meeting brought together business leaders and featured a remarkable presentation by Toshihito Matsumoto, the President of AZ Planning, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard.
Having steered his company for nearly 30 years, Matsumoto has become a luminary in the real estate sector, achieving significant milestones, including the company’s successful listing. During his talk, he shared profound insights into the business realities behind profit-generating real estate, focusing on apartment buildings and office complexes across the Tokyo area and the surrounding prefectures.
The crux of Matsumoto’s lecture revolved around his company's strengths in real estate operations, which include purchasing and reselling, leasing, management, and maximizing property value through spatial production. Rather than merely transacting properties, he emphasized the importance of discerning the potential of income-generating real estate and the strategic processes needed to create added value. His candid reflections revealed the solid foresight he has developed over three decades, allowing him to navigate through fluctuating market conditions with both stability and audacity.
Moreover, as a founder who has gone through the public listing process, Matsumoto addressed essential aspects of organizational development and capital strategies. His insights into the mindset required for sustaining and growing a business resonated deeply with all attending entrepreneurs.
The latter part of the session transformed into an engaging dialogue, showcasing Matsumoto's warm and approachable character. He attentively listened to each question and opinion from fellow business leaders, providing thoughtful and personalized advice rooted in his diverse experiences. This intimate setting facilitated enriching discussions on asset development strategies, area dynamics, and organizational structures, creating a vibrant and passionate atmosphere for collaboration.
Each shared anecdote illuminated the complexities of the real estate business, highlighting both Matsumoto's resolute vision and his ability to connect with others. This exclusive salon experience offered a multi-dimensional and rich engagement that could only thrive in a close-knit setting.
About Salon de CEO
Salon de CEO is a select community comprised solely of representatives from publicly listed companies, owner-managers, and decision-makers. This invitation-only group hosts around 20 companies per session, providing an environment conducive to impactful business decisions beyond mere networking.
Contact Information
For inquiries regarding participation in Salon de CEO or media coverage requests, please reach out to:
Salon de CEO
Contact: Kōsuke Tachibana
E-mail:
[email protected]
Note: Participation is restricted to business leaders and decision-makers; prior screening may be necessary.
Company Overview
1. Company Name: DYM, Inc.
2. President: Yuki Mizutani
3. Established: August 2003
4. Capital: 500 million yen
5. Revenue: 25.8 billion yen (FY21), 32.46 billion yen (FY22)
6. Headquarters: 10th Floor, Gate City Osaki East Tower, 1-11-2 Osaki, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, 141-0032
7. Employees: Consolidated 2,744 (as of April 1, 2025)
8. Business Areas: Web services, human resources, HR tech, M&A, international medical services, sports, F&B, medical solutions, etc.
9. Website:
DYM