{"success":true,"data":{"pressRelease":{"id":"171988","rtpr_id":"nPn18h438a-20261019","ticker":"4704","exchange":"TSE Tokyo","all_tickers":["4704"],"title":"Trend Micro Announces Up to ¥10 Billion toward Cyber Resilience Initiative to Strengthen Security for Japanese Organizations in the AI Era","author":"PR Newswire","published_at":"2026-10-19T05:00:00.028Z","article_body":"Trend Micro Announces Up to ¥10 Billion toward Cyber Resilience Initiative to Strengthen Security for Japanese Organizations in the AI Era\nPR Newswire\n\nTOKYO, Oct. 19, 2026\n\nInitiative supports nationwide modernization of security measures for\nindividuals and small and medium-sized enterprises, with additional access to\nTrendAI Vision One™ AI security capabilities and expert technical support\nprovided through partners.\n\nTOKYO, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Trend Micro Incorporated (TSE: 4704)\ntoday announced plans for the Japan Cyber Resilience Initiative, a major\nnational effort to help Japanese organizations strengthen their cybersecurity,\nreduce critical exposures and modernize their defenses for the AI era. This\ninitiative is designed to support not only organizations but also individuals.\n\nJapan's cybersecurity challenge is escalating rapidly. According to threat\nresearch from TrendAI™, the global AI security leader and enterprise\nbusiness unit of Trend Micro, 607 publicly disclosed cybersecurity incidents\nwere recorded during the first nine months of 2026, already exceeding the 594\nreported throughout all of 2025*. Furthermore, the growing number of personal\ndata breaches at organizations has exposed sensitive information on a large\nscale, creating cyber risks not only for enterprises but also for individuals\nand Japanese society as a whole.\n\n*Cybersecurity incident figures are tallies as of October 9, 2026. Figures may\nchange due to factors such as incidents that are later disclosed retroactively\nand additional cases being added.\n\nYet as attacks grow in volume and sophistication, many organizations remain\nunprepared for the next generation of threats. The growing threat extends\nbeyond large enterprises and critical infrastructure to smaller businesses,\nsuppliers and service providers that form the foundation of Japan's economy.\n\nThe program is designed to serve organizations and individuals across Japan,\nwith an initial emphasis on critical infrastructure, major enterprises and the\nsmaller businesses essential to their supply chains. Support will be provided\nin phases, tailored to organizational needs, eligibility and available\nresources.\n\nTrend Micro will work closely with its extensive network of channel partners,\nsystems integrators and managed service providers across Japan to extend the\ninitiative's reach. Eligible organizations will receive up to 10 days of\nprofessional services free of charge*, delivered through partners to help them\naccess the right cybersecurity expertise and support.\n\n*For details, including requirements for use, please contact us.\n\nThrough its enterprise cybersecurity business, TrendAI™, the company\nproposes to make available up to ¥10 billion in TrendAI Flex licensing\ncredits to help eligible organizations modernize their security environments\nwith TrendAI Vision One™. The initiative also includes plans to\nmobilize forward-deployed engineers (FDEs) and provide access to managed\ndetection and response (MDR) expertise.\n\nA national challenge demands a national commitment\n\nJapan's senior political leaders have characterized the situation as a\ncybersecurity emergency.\n\nAs a global cybersecurity company headquartered in Japan, Trend Micro has\nspent decades protecting Japanese businesses while investing extensively in\nglobal threat research, vulnerability discovery, threat intelligence and\nincident response.\n\n\"Japan is our home. When the organizations and individuals that power our\neconomy, our infrastructure and our communities face an escalating\ncybersecurity challenge, we have a responsibility to step forward.  No\norganization should have to face this challenge alone. We are bringing\ntogether our technology, our people and our global security expertise to help\nJapan strengthen its defenses today and prepare for a future in which cyber\nthreats will move faster than ever.\" said Eva Chen, Trend Micro CEO.\n\nThe Japan Cyber Resilience Initiative will provide the following six forms of\nsupport to organizations and individuals.\n\n＜For organizations＞\n\n1. Up to ¥10 billion to accelerate cybersecurity modernization\n\nTrend Micro proposes an aggregate allocation of up to ¥10 billion in TrendAI\nFlex licensing credits to help eligible organizations adopt and expand\nprotection through the TrendAI Vision One™ platform designed to help\ncustomers modernize their existing security environments, strengthen\nprotection across critical systems. Through TrendAI Flex Unlimited, customers\nwill also be able to access additional TrendAI Vision One™ capabilities,\nincluding AI security innovations.\n\nThe initiative will also help existing customers, working with their trusted\nchannel partners where appropriate, build on their current security\ninvestments and transition toward modern, AI-era defenses without\nunnecessarily disrupting established protection.\n\nThe proposed allocation represents licensing credits, not a cash grant. The\ninitiative will be introduced in phases, with detailed eligibility criteria,\ncredit allocation and redemption terms, partner participation options, and\nservice availability to be communicated as the program is rolled out.\n\n2. Forward-deployed engineers to turn technology into stronger defenses\n\nRecognizing that cybersecurity modernization requires more than technology\nalone, TrendAI™ plans to mobilize forward-deployed engineers (FDEs) and\ntechnical specialists to work directly with participating organizations.\n\nThese specialists will work alongside participating organizations and their\nexisting partners, where appropriate, to assess critical exposures, identify\nsecurity gaps, prioritize risk reduction and accelerate the deployment of\nmodern security capabilities.\n\nFDE engagements will initially prioritize organizations whose security is\nparticularly important to national infrastructure, economic activity and\ninterconnected supply chains. For smaller organizations, Trend Micro intends\nto work through appropriate delivery models and its partner ecosystem to help\nextend the initiative's reach.\n\n3. Expert-led detection, response and operational resilience\n\nThrough TrendAI™'s MDR capabilities and security expertise, eligible\norganizations will be able to explore additional support for continuous threat\nmonitoring, incident investigation and response.\n\nThe initiative aims to help organizations move beyond isolated security\ncontrols toward a coordinated approach that connects exposure management,\nthreat detection, incident response and proactive risk reduction.\n\nTrend Micro also protects more than 10 million consumers across Japan through\nits TrendLife™ business unit. Through local partners and a network of\nmanaged service provider (MSP) partners serving over 230,000 small and\nmedium-sized businesses, we also help protect close to 2 million business\ndevices. Building on this foundation, we will continue to help strengthen\nsecurity for consumers and small businesses alike.\n\n<For smaller organizations>\n\n4. 60-day free trial of Worry-Free Business Security Services provided (TBD)\n\nSmall and medium-sized businesses play a vital role in supply chains, and\nstrengthening their security is increasingly urgent. For these customers, a\n60-day free trial of Worry-Free Business Security Services will be provided.\nIn addition, TrendLife™ is considering new support for the Worry-Free series\ntogether with its channel partners. Further details will be announced as they\nare finalized.\n\nNote: The free trial is available only to new customers in Japan and must be\nstarted by December 31, 2026.\n\n5. Exploring AI-Powered Scam Protection to Strengthen Digital Trust on LINE\n\nAs small businesses increasingly rely on LINE Official Accounts (LINE OA) to\nengage with customers, everyday interactions may also expose them to scams\ndisguised as customer inquiries, suspicious links, or fraudulent requests.\n\nTrendLife™ is advancing API integrations with providers of LINE-related\nservices, enabling AI-powered scam detection capabilities to be seamlessly\nembedded into customer touchpoints and helping strengthen protection for both\nbusinesses and their customers. We are currently working with partners,\nincluding Crescendo Lab, one of Asia's leading LINE CRM providers, and are in\nthe final stages of preparation for commercial deployment by the end of the\nyear.\n\n＜For consumers＞\n\n6. 90 days of Trend Micro ScamCheck provided free of charge\n\nTrendLife™ will provide 90 days of complimentary access to Trend Micro\nScamCheck, our mobile scam protection app. In the event that leaked personal\ninformation is misused in phone, email, or other scam attempts, Trend Micro\nScamCheck helps protect users from potential scams.\n\nThe benefit will be provided through the following channels:\n\n * TrendLife Online Store: Customers who purchase through the site below will\nhave their subscription extended by 90 days.\n\nhttps://shop.trendlife.com/ja-jp/products/scam-buster.asp\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4800552-1&h=29198835&u=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.trendlife.com%2Fja-jp%2Fproducts%2Fscam-buster.asp&a=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.trendlife.com%2Fja-jp%2Fproducts%2Fscam-buster.asp)\n * App stores: Please follow the instructions on the page below.\n\nhttps://trendlife.com/ja-jp/blog/news-tmsc-3-month-free-trial/\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4800552-1&h=90731252&u=https%3A%2F%2Ftrendlife.com%2Fja-jp%2Fblog%2Fnews-tmsc-3-month-free-trial%2F&a=https%3A%2F%2Ftrendlife.com%2Fja-jp%2Fblog%2Fnews-tmsc-3-month-free-trial%2F)\nNote: In all cases, customers must start using the service by December 31,\n2026.\nThis offer is available only to customers in Japan.\n\nA lasting commitment to Japan's cyber resilience\n\nTrend Micro will work with customers and partners to translate this initiative\ninto measurable improvements in cybersecurity, with plans to track\nparticipation, modernization progress and defensive outcomes.\n\nOrganizations and partners interested in participating can contact their Trend\nMicro representative or visit the to register their interest and receive\nupdates as program details and participation opportunities become available.\nFor individual customers, please contact us through TrendLife™ website\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4800552-1&h=1850117849&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.trendmicro.com%2Fja_jp%2FforHome.html&a=TrendLife%E2%84%A2+website)\n.\n\nAbout Trend Micro\n\nTrend Micro Incorporated is a Japan-headquartered global cybersecurity company\ndedicated to protecting the digital world. Drawing on decades of security\nexpertise, worldwide threat intelligence and cybersecurity innovation, the\ncompany helps organizations and individuals protect their digital environments\nand build resilience against evolving cyber threats.\n\nFor more information, visit trendmicro.com\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4800552-1&h=164883648&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.trendmicro.com%2F&a=trendmicro.com)\n or TrendLife™ (Japanese)\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4800552-1&h=1804548985&u=https%3A%2F%2Ftrendlife.com%2Fja-jp&a=TrendLife%E2%84%A2+(Japanese))\n.\n\nView original content to download\nmultimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/trend-micro-announces-up-to-10-billion-toward-cyber-resilience-initiative-to-strengthen-security-for-japanese-organizations-in-the-ai-era-302912143.html\n(https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/trend-micro-announces-up-to-10-billion-toward-cyber-resilience-initiative-to-strengthen-security-for-japanese-organizations-in-the-ai-era-302912143.html)\n\nSOURCE Trend Micro Incorporated\n\n\n\nMedia Contact: media_relations@trendmicro.com\n\nPhoto: \nhttps://mmx.prnewswire.com/media/MS625228/TM-Logo-Primary-2c-1200x255-Logo.jpg?id=OA3025487\n\nCopyright (c) 2026 PR Newswire Association,LLC. All Rights Reserved.","article_body_html":"","raw_payload":{"data":{"id":"nPn18h438a-20261019","title":"Trend Micro Announces Up to ¥10 Billion toward Cyber Resilience Initiative to Strengthen Security for Japanese Organizations in the AI Era","author":"PR Newswire","ticker":"4704","created":"2026-10-19T05:00:00.028Z","tickers":["4704"],"exchange":"TSE Tokyo","article_body":"Trend Micro Announces Up to ¥10 Billion toward Cyber Resilience Initiative to Strengthen Security for Japanese Organizations in the AI Era\nPR Newswire\n\nTOKYO, Oct. 19, 2026\n\nInitiative supports nationwide modernization of security measures for\nindividuals and small and medium-sized enterprises, with additional access to\nTrendAI Vision One™ AI security capabilities and expert technical support\nprovided through partners.\n\nTOKYO, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Trend Micro Incorporated (TSE: 4704)\ntoday announced plans for the Japan Cyber Resilience Initiative, a major\nnational effort to help Japanese organizations strengthen their cybersecurity,\nreduce critical exposures and modernize their defenses for the AI era. This\ninitiative is designed to support not only organizations but also individuals.\n\nJapan's cybersecurity challenge is escalating rapidly. According to threat\nresearch from TrendAI™, the global AI security leader and enterprise\nbusiness unit of Trend Micro, 607 publicly disclosed cybersecurity incidents\nwere recorded during the first nine months of 2026, already exceeding the 594\nreported throughout all of 2025*. Furthermore, the growing number of personal\ndata breaches at organizations has exposed sensitive information on a large\nscale, creating cyber risks not only for enterprises but also for individuals\nand Japanese society as a whole.\n\n*Cybersecurity incident figures are tallies as of October 9, 2026. Figures may\nchange due to factors such as incidents that are later disclosed retroactively\nand additional cases being added.\n\nYet as attacks grow in volume and sophistication, many organizations remain\nunprepared for the next generation of threats. The growing threat extends\nbeyond large enterprises and critical infrastructure to smaller businesses,\nsuppliers and service providers that form the foundation of Japan's economy.\n\nThe program is designed to serve organizations and individuals across Japan,\nwith an initial emphasis on critical infrastructure, major enterprises and the\nsmaller businesses essential to their supply chains. Support will be provided\nin phases, tailored to organizational needs, eligibility and available\nresources.\n\nTrend Micro will work closely with its extensive network of channel partners,\nsystems integrators and managed service providers across Japan to extend the\ninitiative's reach. Eligible organizations will receive up to 10 days of\nprofessional services free of charge*, delivered through partners to help them\naccess the right cybersecurity expertise and support.\n\n*For details, including requirements for use, please contact us.\n\nThrough its enterprise cybersecurity business, TrendAI™, the company\nproposes to make available up to ¥10 billion in TrendAI Flex licensing\ncredits to help eligible organizations modernize their security environments\nwith TrendAI Vision One™. The initiative also includes plans to\nmobilize forward-deployed engineers (FDEs) and provide access to managed\ndetection and response (MDR) expertise.\n\nA national challenge demands a national commitment\n\nJapan's senior political leaders have characterized the situation as a\ncybersecurity emergency.\n\nAs a global cybersecurity company headquartered in Japan, Trend Micro has\nspent decades protecting Japanese businesses while investing extensively in\nglobal threat research, vulnerability discovery, threat intelligence and\nincident response.\n\n\"Japan is our home. When the organizations and individuals that power our\neconomy, our infrastructure and our communities face an escalating\ncybersecurity challenge, we have a responsibility to step forward.  No\norganization should have to face this challenge alone. We are bringing\ntogether our technology, our people and our global security expertise to help\nJapan strengthen its defenses today and prepare for a future in which cyber\nthreats will move faster than ever.\" said Eva Chen, Trend Micro CEO.\n\nThe Japan Cyber Resilience Initiative will provide the following six forms of\nsupport to organizations and individuals.\n\n＜For organizations＞\n\n1. Up to ¥10 billion to accelerate cybersecurity modernization\n\nTrend Micro proposes an aggregate allocation of up to ¥10 billion in TrendAI\nFlex licensing credits to help eligible organizations adopt and expand\nprotection through the TrendAI Vision One™ platform designed to help\ncustomers modernize their existing security environments, strengthen\nprotection across critical systems. Through TrendAI Flex Unlimited, customers\nwill also be able to access additional TrendAI Vision One™ capabilities,\nincluding AI security innovations.\n\nThe initiative will also help existing customers, working with their trusted\nchannel partners where appropriate, build on their current security\ninvestments and transition toward modern, AI-era defenses without\nunnecessarily disrupting established protection.\n\nThe proposed allocation represents licensing credits, not a cash grant. The\ninitiative will be introduced in phases, with detailed eligibility criteria,\ncredit allocation and redemption terms, partner participation options, and\nservice availability to be communicated as the program is rolled out.\n\n2. Forward-deployed engineers to turn technology into stronger defenses\n\nRecognizing that cybersecurity modernization requires more than technology\nalone, TrendAI™ plans to mobilize forward-deployed engineers (FDEs) and\ntechnical specialists to work directly with participating organizations.\n\nThese specialists will work alongside participating organizations and their\nexisting partners, where appropriate, to assess critical exposures, identify\nsecurity gaps, prioritize risk reduction and accelerate the deployment of\nmodern security capabilities.\n\nFDE engagements will initially prioritize organizations whose security is\nparticularly important to national infrastructure, economic activity and\ninterconnected supply chains. For smaller organizations, Trend Micro intends\nto work through appropriate delivery models and its partner ecosystem to help\nextend the initiative's reach.\n\n3. Expert-led detection, response and operational resilience\n\nThrough TrendAI™'s MDR capabilities and security expertise, eligible\norganizations will be able to explore additional support for continuous threat\nmonitoring, incident investigation and response.\n\nThe initiative aims to help organizations move beyond isolated security\ncontrols toward a coordinated approach that connects exposure management,\nthreat detection, incident response and proactive risk reduction.\n\nTrend Micro also protects more than 10 million consumers across Japan through\nits TrendLife™ business unit. Through local partners and a network of\nmanaged service provider (MSP) partners serving over 230,000 small and\nmedium-sized businesses, we also help protect close to 2 million business\ndevices. Building on this foundation, we will continue to help strengthen\nsecurity for consumers and small businesses alike.\n\n<For smaller organizations>\n\n4. 60-day free trial of Worry-Free Business Security Services provided (TBD)\n\nSmall and medium-sized businesses play a vital role in supply chains, and\nstrengthening their security is increasingly urgent. For these customers, a\n60-day free trial of Worry-Free Business Security Services will be provided.\nIn addition, TrendLife™ is considering new support for the Worry-Free series\ntogether with its channel partners. Further details will be announced as they\nare finalized.\n\nNote: The free trial is available only to new customers in Japan and must be\nstarted by December 31, 2026.\n\n5. Exploring AI-Powered Scam Protection to Strengthen Digital Trust on LINE\n\nAs small businesses increasingly rely on LINE Official Accounts (LINE OA) to\nengage with customers, everyday interactions may also expose them to scams\ndisguised as customer inquiries, suspicious links, or fraudulent requests.\n\nTrendLife™ is advancing API integrations with providers of LINE-related\nservices, enabling AI-powered scam detection capabilities to be seamlessly\nembedded into customer touchpoints and helping strengthen protection for both\nbusinesses and their customers. We are currently working with partners,\nincluding Crescendo Lab, one of Asia's leading LINE CRM providers, and are in\nthe final stages of preparation for commercial deployment by the end of the\nyear.\n\n＜For consumers＞\n\n6. 90 days of Trend Micro ScamCheck provided free of charge\n\nTrendLife™ will provide 90 days of complimentary access to Trend Micro\nScamCheck, our mobile scam protection app. In the event that leaked personal\ninformation is misused in phone, email, or other scam attempts, Trend Micro\nScamCheck helps protect users from potential scams.\n\nThe benefit will be provided through the following channels:\n\n * TrendLife Online Store: Customers who purchase through the site below will\nhave their subscription extended by 90 days.\n\nhttps://shop.trendlife.com/ja-jp/products/scam-buster.asp\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4800552-1&h=29198835&u=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.trendlife.com%2Fja-jp%2Fproducts%2Fscam-buster.asp&a=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.trendlife.com%2Fja-jp%2Fproducts%2Fscam-buster.asp)\n * App stores: Please follow the instructions on the page below.\n\nhttps://trendlife.com/ja-jp/blog/news-tmsc-3-month-free-trial/\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4800552-1&h=90731252&u=https%3A%2F%2Ftrendlife.com%2Fja-jp%2Fblog%2Fnews-tmsc-3-month-free-trial%2F&a=https%3A%2F%2Ftrendlife.com%2Fja-jp%2Fblog%2Fnews-tmsc-3-month-free-trial%2F)\nNote: In all cases, customers must start using the service by December 31,\n2026.\nThis offer is available only to customers in Japan.\n\nA lasting commitment to Japan's cyber resilience\n\nTrend Micro will work with customers and partners to translate this initiative\ninto measurable improvements in cybersecurity, with plans to track\nparticipation, modernization progress and defensive outcomes.\n\nOrganizations and partners interested in participating can contact their Trend\nMicro representative or visit the to register their interest and receive\nupdates as program details and participation opportunities become available.\nFor individual customers, please contact us through TrendLife™ website\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4800552-1&h=1850117849&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.trendmicro.com%2Fja_jp%2FforHome.html&a=TrendLife%E2%84%A2+website)\n.\n\nAbout Trend Micro\n\nTrend Micro Incorporated is a Japan-headquartered global cybersecurity company\ndedicated to protecting the digital world. Drawing on decades of security\nexpertise, worldwide threat intelligence and cybersecurity innovation, the\ncompany helps organizations and individuals protect their digital environments\nand build resilience against evolving cyber threats.\n\nFor more information, visit trendmicro.com\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4800552-1&h=164883648&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.trendmicro.com%2F&a=trendmicro.com)\n or TrendLife™ (Japanese)\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4800552-1&h=1804548985&u=https%3A%2F%2Ftrendlife.com%2Fja-jp&a=TrendLife%E2%84%A2+(Japanese))\n.\n\nView original content to download\nmultimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/trend-micro-announces-up-to-10-billion-toward-cyber-resilience-initiative-to-strengthen-security-for-japanese-organizations-in-the-ai-era-302912143.html\n(https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/trend-micro-announces-up-to-10-billion-toward-cyber-resilience-initiative-to-strengthen-security-for-japanese-organizations-in-the-ai-era-302912143.html)\n\nSOURCE Trend Micro Incorporated\n\n\n\nMedia Contact: media_relations@trendmicro.com\n\nPhoto: \nhttps://mmx.prnewswire.com/media/MS625228/TM-Logo-Primary-2c-1200x255-Logo.jpg?id=OA3025487\n\nCopyright (c) 2026 PR Newswire Association,LLC. All Rights Reserved."},"type":"article","timestamp":"2026-10-19T05:00:00.112364022Z","server_sent_at_ms":1792386000112},"received_at":"2026-10-19T05:00:00.164Z","source_url":"https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/trend-micro-announces-up-to-10-billion-toward-cyber-resilience-initiative-to-strengthen-security-for-japanese-organizations-in-the-ai-era-302912143.html"},"analysis":{"id":"160141","press_release_id":"171988","analysis_json":{"industry":{"label":"Software","sector":"Information Technology"},"redFlags":["¥10 billion headline figure is licensing credits, not cash or revenue commitment","program terms, eligibility, and credit redemption are TBD; free trials may pressure near-term pricing"],"eventType":"operations_update","narrative":"Trend Micro announced the Japan Cyber Resilience Initiative, committing up to ¥10 billion in TrendAI Flex licensing credits to help Japanese organizations modernize security on the TrendAI Vision One platform.\n\nThe credits are not a cash grant; the program is phased, with eligibility and redemption terms to be detailed later, and includes free professional services (up to 10 days), forward-deployed engineers, MDR support, a 60-day SMB trial, and 90 days of free ScamCheck for consumers.\n\nThe initiative leverages the partner ecosystem and is a demand-generation play that could accelerate Vision One adoption in Japan, though no quantified revenue or guidance impact was disclosed.\n\nContext: TrendAI threat research counted 607 publicly disclosed cyber incidents in the first nine months of 2026, already exceeding the 594 recorded in all of 2025.","sentiment":"bullish","agentHooks":{"shouldPost":false,"suggestedAngle":"¥10B credit program is a Vision One land-and-expand play for the Japan market, not a cash outlay — watch for adoption metrics in coming quarters."},"keyFigures":{"customDimensions":{"free_services_days":"up to 10 days of professional services","incidents_full_2025":594,"scamcheck_free_days":90,"smb_free_trial_days":60,"msp_partners_smb_devices":"close to 2 million business devices","japan_consumers_protected":"more than 10 million","disclosed_incidents_9m_2026":607,"licensing_credit_allocation":"up to ¥10 billion"}},"quotedText":"Japan is our home. 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