Mikasa Shoji Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo Ward, Osaka City, Representative Director: Hideki Nakanishi, hereinafter referred to as "Mikasa Shoji") has concluded a general agency agreement with Data I/O Corporation (Headquarters: Washington State, USA, CEO: William Wentworth, hereinafter referred to as "Data I/O") effective June 1, 2025, following the termination of its contract with the former general agency, Noah Leading Co., Ltd. With this agreement, Mikasa Shoji will utilize its sales, logistics, and technical centers across Japan to provide high-quality services to customers for Data I/O's Flash programmer products. Furthermore, for transactions prior to May 31, 2025, Noah Leading Co., Ltd. will continue to serve as the domestic general agent for Data I/O, providing support to existing customers with the full backing of Data I/O. Customers wishing to purchase new programming devices or accessories from Data I/O, or seeking product support and services, are encouraged to contact the following office. Contact: Equipment Systems Sales Department, Data I/O Representative Email: dataio_sales@mikasa.co.jp

The Smart Energy WEEK Spring will be held at Tokyo Big Sight from February 19 (Wednesday) to February 21 (Friday), where Shenzhen Codaca Electronic Co., Ltd (abbreviated as CODACA), a specialized manufacturer of inductors, will exhibit, and we will provide support as presenters. We look forward to your visit.

Mikasa Trading Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the "IoT and Edge Computing EXPO Kansai (Japan IT Week Winter)" held at Intex Osaka, Halls 3-5, from January 15 (Wednesday) to 17 (Friday). [Exhibition Details] We will showcase products primarily from Lenovo and Protech Systems, focusing on embedded PCs that specialize in long-term supply, low cost, and high quality. Please refer to the attached leaflet for more details. Mikasa Trading can propose computers for embedded applications with optimal specifications and costs for our customers. We offer a wide range of products from consumer-grade to industrial-grade, providing flexible support to our customers.

Mikasa Shoji Co., Ltd. will be presenting as a speaker at the free online seminar "Successful Case Studies of Labor Reduction Achieved with Collaborative Robots," hosted by FOOD TOWN on December 17 (Tuesday). We hope you will join us. ■ Date: December 17, 2024 ■ Time: 13:30 - 14:00 ■ Theme: "A First Step Guide to Solving Labor Shortages through the Introduction of Collaborative Robots" ■ Venue: Online (ZOOM) - Please prepare a device that can use ZOOM ■ Capacity: Limited to the first 100 participants - Registration will close once capacity is reached, so please apply early. Recommended for: - Those looking for a flexible system that can accommodate factory space and diverse production - Those considering automation in the workplace using collaborative robots - Those wanting to gain knowledge about the introduction procedures and initial setup of collaborative robots - Those interested in the latest collaborative robot implementation and automation technologies We sincerely look forward to your participation.

Users of Elite Robots' collaborative robots will also be able to utilize the advanced simulation and teaching functions of the "SF Twin Cobot 2.0." Main features of the "SF Twin Cobot 2.0": ■ Simulation Function Recreate a factory in a virtual space, place collaborative robots, and simulate their movements. Since it can be visually confirmed, the planned content can be easily communicated to anyone. ■ Teaching Function (Optional) Program collaborative robots using the virtual factory. Robot programming can be done from a desk without going to the site. ■ Monitoring Function (Optional) Connect to the operating collaborative robots and collect logs. This can be used for identifying causes during downtime and for predictive maintenance. By utilizing the "SF Twin Cobot 2.0," customers using Elite Robots will be able to achieve more efficient and safer operations of collaborative robots. For details and inquiries about implementation, please visit the official website of "SF Twin Cobot 2.0" below.

We will be exhibiting at the "Monozukuri Fair 2024" held at Marine Messe Fukuoka from Wednesday, October 16 to Friday, October 18! We will be collaborating with Elite Robot Japan Co., Ltd., Sharp Corporation, and Patlite Corporation as co-exhibitors. ■ Highlights We will showcase screw tightening with collaborative robots, demonstrations of collaboration between collaborative robots, and AGVs that can be utilized for automation within factories. - Improvement of 3K (hard, dirty, dangerous) tasks - Quality enhancement including labor-saving in simple tasks and multi-person tasks - Increased productivity and safety in collaborative work with humans ■ Seminar On Thursday, October 17, from 12:00 to 12:45, we will hold a seminar in Seminar Room C on the 2nd floor of Hall A. "Introduction to Collaborative Robots Contributing to Automation and Labor Saving" (ELITE ROBOTS) *Seats are limited, so please apply early. We sincerely look forward to your visit. *We are posting the latest information and campaigns on our robotics-related portal site, so please take a look. https://co-innovation-cobot.mikasa.co.jp/

Elite Robots will exhibit collaborative robots at "TAIROS 2024" held in Taiwan, and Mikasa Trading will provide support as exhibition staff. Dates: August 21 (Wednesday) to August 24 (Saturday), 2024 Time: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (until 4:00 PM on the last day) Venue: TaiNEX (Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center) Address: No.1&2, Jingmao 2nd Rd., Nangang District, Taipei City 11568, Taiwan Location: Hall 1&2 ■ Exhibition Content - Inspection using collaborative robots with 3D cameras - Teaching robot trajectories - Operation and experience of collaborative robots with built-in force sensors If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

We provided support for the gender equality promotion project implemented by Osaka Prefecture and received a letter of appreciation from Osaka Prefecture on July 25, 2024. As part of our sustainability activities, we are advancing initiatives to promote the active participation of women, including our employees, and we aim to expand opportunities for even more women to thrive. Through this, we hope to contribute, even in a small way, to the promotion of women's active participation not only within our company but also in society as a whole, and we provided support to the "Osaka Prefecture Women's Fund" operated by Osaka Prefecture. Our company is advancing initiatives to promote women's active participation, and we aim to expand opportunities for even more women to thrive.

We have newly established a "Helpful Column" on our website to deliver more valuable information to everyone! We will regularly provide information that is useful for your business, including industry trends, the latest news, and practical content that answers your questions. ■ Featured Columns - Basics and suggestions for creating an easy-to-manage network - Mikasa Trading Co., Ltd. showcases innovative technology at Kansai Robot World 2024 - Basic knowledge and practical examples of LPWA – Why is it essential in the IoT era? - Technology trends that expand the possibilities of storage - Latest information on collaborative robots: Principles and cutting-edge technology - Latest technology trends: Next-generation batteries ★ New Column ★ - Global Microcontroller Market: Growth Rate, Share, and Application Analysis Please check out the "Helpful Column" for new discoveries and knowledge! We will support the success of your business. ▼ Here is the Helpful Column https://www.mikasa.co.jp/product/column/ Click on the related links below! * New columns are scheduled to be updated regularly. Please bookmark and make use of it!

Mikasa Shoji Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Osaka Prefecture, Representative Director: Hideki Nakanishi, hereinafter referred to as Mikasa Shoji) will exhibit at "Maintenance Resilience TOKYO 2024 (Traffic Infrastructure Equipment Exhibition)" to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from July 24 (Wednesday) to 26 (Friday). ■ Exhibition Overview We will showcase Dahua Technology's vehicle license plate recognition cameras and the license plate OCR system developed by Gaudi Co., Ltd. ■ Highlights The license plate reading technology is utilized for parking access and research purposes in places such as factories and shopping malls. It is also used to enhance customer service at car dealerships, and our exhibition will allow you to experience these systems firsthand. Customers considering automation and labor-saving services utilizing vehicle license plate recognition are encouraged to visit our booth.

We will be sponsoring and exhibiting at the JANOG54 Meeting in NARA (July 3-5, 2024) once again. We sincerely look forward to your visit. Event Overview Exhibition Event Name JANOG (JANOG54 Meeting in NARA) Here is the official website: (https://www.janog.gr.jp/meeting/janog54/)

At the "Robot Technology Japan" event held in Nagoya, Elite Robot Japan will exhibit collaborative robots, and Mikasa Trading will provide exhibition support as a demonstration staff. We invite you to visit us to address and improve challenges in manufacturing sites. ■Exhibition Content We will showcase automation solutions for factories, including polishing, welding, palletizing solutions, and picking with collaborative robots. ■Highlights Elite Robot will display the next-generation collaborative CS series, which has a maximum payload of 25 kg and an IP68 protection rating, alongside the EC series, which boasts a maximum speed of 4 m/s, a maximum operating radius of 1900 mm, and high cost performance. You can experience optimal solutions for customers aiming for automation, labor reduction, and productivity improvement, featuring intuitive and user-friendly operability, high safety certified by international standards, diverse expandability of hardware and software, and palletizing of heavy objects with collaborative robots that meet industry-leading IP68 standards, as well as integration with external manufacturer equipment.

Mikasa Trading Co., Ltd. will be exhibiting at the "5th Kansai Logistics Exhibition (KANSAI LOGIX 2024)" to be held at Intex Osaka from April 10 (Wednesday) to April 12 (Friday). We invite you to visit our booth during this opportunity. ■Highlights As an authorized dealer of Gamber-Johnson, we will be showcasing our main products, including tablet mounting equipment, vehicle mounts, and car adapters (DC-DC adapters). These products are recommended for those using tablets and handheld terminals in environments that require vibration and shock resistance, as well as for those who want to supply power from the battery inside the vehicle. A forklift will be set up in our booth, allowing you to see the actual installation state. Exhibitor search URL: https://kansai-logix.com/exhibitor/index.php ■Contact Information Mikasa Trading Co., Ltd. Osaka Sales Department Contact: Fujita TEL: 06-6201-6710 MAIL: osaka_gj@mikasa.co.jp

At the 5th Kansai Logistics Exhibition (KANSAI LOGIX 2024), a demonstration featuring a robot arm-equipped AMR will be showcased, connecting ELITE ROBOTS (collaborative robots) and Standard Robots (AMR). Mikasa Trading will collaborate with Willtech Co., Ltd. to provide support as exhibition staff. A booth aimed at promoting automation in logistics and manufacturing through "Proposals and Demonstrations of Robot Solutions" will be jointly exhibited by five companies (Willtech Co., Ltd., Tectore Co., Ltd., GROUND Co., Ltd., Multiway Robotics, and Standard Robots). The exhibition will primarily feature Multiway Robotics' automated guided forklifts and Standard Robots' autonomous transport robot "Oasis." Demonstrations of unmanned and labor-saving loading and unloading using automated guided forklifts, as well as proposals for robots that perform "movement + tasks" by equipping the autonomous transport robot with the collaborative robot "ELITE ROBOTS," will showcase robot solutions that realize automation in manufacturing and logistics environments.

Mikasa Trading Co., Ltd. will be exhibiting at "Kansai Robot World 2024," which will be held at Intex Osaka from May 30 (Thursday) to 31 (Friday). We will be collaborating with our co-exhibitors, Elite Robot Japan Co., Ltd., Sharp Corporation, SMC Corporation, and Uriu Manufacturing Co., Ltd. ■ Highlights of the Exhibition Booth We will showcase collaborative robots from ELITE ROBOTS. You will be able to see "collaborative robots" that improve workplace environments, enhance quality, and increase productivity. There will be demonstrations of screw tightening (in collaboration with Uriu Manufacturing) and gripping using special pads (in collaboration with SMC). Additionally, we will display AGVs (in collaboration with SHARP) that can be utilized for automation within factories. - Improvement of 3K (hard, dirty, dangerous) tasks - Quality enhancement including labor-saving for simple tasks and tasks involving multiple people - Increased productivity and safety in collaborative work with humans We look forward to welcoming customers who are exploring the introduction of robots and equipment for automation and labor-saving.

Mikasa Trading Co., Ltd. will be exhibiting at the "27th Embedded/Edge Computing Expo Spring (33rd Japan IT Week Spring)" held at Tokyo Big Sight, East Hall from April 24 (Wednesday) to April 26 (Friday). We invite you to visit our booth during this opportunity. ■ Exhibition Content With the full cooperation of Lenovo Japan, we will showcase Lenovo OEM products (Lenovo OEM Solutions). ■ What are Lenovo OEM Solutions? These are solutions that Mikasa Trading provides as part of customer products being introduced to the market (embedded). In other words, customers can launch Lenovo products as their own in the market. We promote the integration of devices such as laptops and desktop PCs, which we typically use as internal IT equipment, into industrial equipment or as part of customer solution products. For more details: https://www.mikasa.co.jp/products/lenovo-oem-solutions/

We would like to inform you that our Nagoya Sales Department will be relocating as follows. We appreciate your continued support. ■ New Address 〒460-0002 5th Floor, Marunouchi One Building, 1-9-16 Marunouchi, Naka Ward, Nagoya City ■ Access A 5-minute walk from Exit 3 of Marunouchi Station on the Sakura-dori Line and Tsurumai Line ■ Phone and Fax Numbers TEL 052-204-2205 FAX 052-204-2224 * There are no changes to the TEL and FAX numbers. ■ Start Date of Operations Thursday, August 17, 2023 * Operations at the current location will end on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. Please feel free to stop by if you are in the area.

We would like to inform you that our Kyoto Sales Department will be relocating as follows. We kindly ask for your continued support. ■ New Address 601 Higashi Shio Koji-cho, Nishinari, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto 600-8216 NUP Building, 3rd Floor, in front of Kyoto Station ■ TEL and FAX Numbers TEL: 075-600-0277 FAX: 075-352-7330 ■ Start Date of Operations Monday, February 26, 2024 *Please note that operations at the current location will end on Thursday, February 22, 2024. We welcome you to visit us when you are in the area.