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Partnership Announcement Between Rakumo and Revival Core

On this day, Rakumo, a SaaS provider headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, and Revival Core, a consulting firm dedicated to M&A and value enhancement for listed entities, have officially signed a partnership agreement to distribute the "SmartVision IR" video service aimed at publicly listed companies.

Background and Purpose

The Tokyo Stock Exchange has recently undergone a review of its market classifications and stricter criteria for maintaining listings. As a result, numerous listed companies now face the dual challenge of sustainable growth and increasing corporate value. To secure appropriate market valuations, it is essential for these companies to undertake both internal and external resource utilization through strategic restructuring and M&A—while simultaneously engaging in effective investor relations activities (IR).

Rakumo supports corporate IR efforts through its SmartVision IR service, which aims to enhance investor engagement by providing engaging IR video content.

Revival Core operates with the mission to maximize the valuation of firms that have yet to be adequately recognized, comprised of professionals with strong backgrounds in M&A teams and finance. They focus on managerial support for corporations, promoting effective methods to create and disclose value to the market.

The collaboration between Rakumo and Revival Core enables a seamless support process from value creation to market information disclosure.

Concrete Initiatives from the Partnership

Through this partnership, both firms are set to offer comprehensive services aimed at enhancing corporate value from the perspectives of M&A and IR.

By utilizing Revival Core's expertise in M&A assistance and Value Up initiatives, the two companies will facilitate resource shifts towards growth sectors and business restructuring, helping to cultivate new growth engines and unlock potential for listed firms.

The improved corporate value and growth strategies will be effectively communicated to the market via Rakumo's SmartVision IR. The service features a unique direct display system that enhances the visibility of IR videos, coupled with high-quality English versions tailored to resonate with international investors—maximizing appeal to domestic and global stakeholders alike.

By interlinking the enhancement of intrinsic value (through M&A) with improved visibility (via IR), the partnership aspires to provide comprehensive support for overall corporate value growth in the market.

Overview of SmartVision IR

"SmartVision IR" is a cutting-edge video distribution and production service designed to make the delivery of corporate IR content efficient and user-friendly.

High Visibility and Usability

Utilizing a proprietary direct display system, SmartVision IR allows companies to distribute videos directly on their IR pages, avoiding the need to direct users to external video hosting services. This ensures that investors can easily locate critical video content on dense IR sites, complete with chapter functionality and document download options—creating an accessible and informative IR experience.

Streamlined Video Distribution for IR Teams

The initial setup for publishing IR videos is streamlined, with the possibility of updating content with just a single click on future uploads. Multiple video placements can be updated simultaneously, thus significantly reducing the operational burden on IR teams tasked with maintaining frequently updated content like earnings presentations and corporate briefs.

Production of English IR Videos for Global Investors

SmartVision IR caters to international investors by providing English versions of IR videos, translating the presenter’s commentary and creating professionally dubbed content. This one-stop approach enables precise communication of corporate messages and business activities to overseas stakeholders, bolstering IR efforts.

Company Overviews

Revival Core
Location: 15F, Mita NN Building, 4-1-23 Shiba, Minato, Tokyo
Established: July 2024
Capital: ¥5.7 million (as of May 2026)
Representative: Hidetoshi Yamazaki, President
Business: M&A support, Value Up operations, Fund operations
Website: Revival Core

Rakumo
Location: 6F, Kakimi Koji-cho Building, 3-2 Koji-cho, Chiyoda, Tokyo
Established: December 17, 2004
Capital: ¥400.629 million (as of December 2025)
Representative: Koji Shimizu, Group CEO
Business: Development and sales of Rakumo products, sales of telecommunication equipment, software, and support services
Website: Rakumo
Product Site: SmartVision IR

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