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Tenchijin Welcomes Ayako Kimura as New Director and CFO

Tenchijin Inc., a Tokyo-based space venture certified by JAXA, has announced the appointment of Ayako Kimura as Director and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) beginning May 30, 2025. This strategic move aims to bolster the company's management structure and support its ongoing expansion.

A Vision for Sustainable Earth

Founded with the mission to optimize human activities on Earth through the use of space big data, Tenchijin is committed to achieving a sustainable Earth environment. With core values such as "thinking from a cosmic perspective" and "endeavoring for the betterment of Earth," the company is actively working on various initiatives, including the Tenchijin Compass, a service aimed at improving water management for sustainable service providers, and brand rice production that responds to climate change using space big data.

As part of the new management structure, Kimura will leverage her expertise in finance and management to promote more flexible and agile governance while strengthening the foundations necessary for sustainable organizational growth. This adjustment is aligned with Tenchijin's vision of tackling social problems through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Introducing Ayako Kimura

With a proven track record, Ayako Kimura has played a pivotal role in project management and budget oversight during her tenure as Executive Officer and Chief Office Manager. Her deep-rooted involvement with Tenchijin since its early days positions her uniquely to contribute to the firm’s goals of enhancing value and achieving long-term growth as she takes on her new role. In her statement regarding her appointment, Kimura expressed her gratitude and commitment, emphasizing the importance of utilizing her experience for the sustained success of the company.

"I am honored to step into the role of Director and CFO at Tenchijin. I have been with the company since near its inception and have worked diligently to promote our capabilities in technology and problem-solving. Moving forward, I am committed to leveraging my knowledge and experience to support our sustainable growth and maximize our corporate value. I will prioritize transparency and sound governance while working closely with my colleagues to build a robust management foundation. I look forward to their continued guidance and support as we endeavor together," said Kimura.

Kimura's Background

Ayako Kimura holds a Ph.D. in Engineering, specializing in fluid mechanics, which she pursued during her time at university and graduate school. She joined Mitsubishi Research Institute in 2009, where she conducted research on transportation policies for government agencies and supported private companies with new product development in the automotive and ITS fields, alongside consulting for their overseas expansions.

In 2017, she transitioned to Data Strategy Inc., where she served as a project manager, working alongside JAXA on maximizing the potential of data generated from drones. Kimura brought her extensive expertise to Tenchijin in December 2019, where she has been instrumental in advancing research and development initiatives.

Tenchijin’s Management Structure

• - President & CEO: Yasuto Sakuraba
• - Vice President & CSTO: Yasutoshi Momozuku
• - Director & CFO: Ayako Kimura
• - COO: Nobuto Higuchi
• - Business Development Manager: Yohei Nishiyama
• - HR Manager: Aiko Aoki

Auditors:

• - Full-time Auditor: Akira Yamaguchi
• - External Auditor: Asumi Murakami

Company Overview

• - Company Name: Tenchijin Inc.
• - Address: 1-4-1 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 5th Floor, Nihonbashi 1-chome Mitsui Building
• - Representative: Yasuto Sakuraba, President & CEO
• - Business Scope: Land evaluation consulting using satellite data
• - Tenchijin Compass Website: Tenchijin Compass
• - Official Website: Tenchijin Official
• - X (Twitter): Tenchijin on X
• - LinkedIn: Tenchijin on LinkedIn
• - Note Magazine: Tenchijin Compass Magazine

Through this leadership change, Tenchijin is poised to enhance its mission-driven approach to tackling global challenges and advancing its vision for a sustainable future.