Horipro Incorporated - 9667- Profile

Horipro Incorporated. The Group's principal activity is the management of talents for TV and radio programs and planning of original recordings. The operations are carried out through the following divisions: Appearance, Media, Music, Performance, Retail and Other. Appearance division provides celebrities and musicians for television, radio and commercial film appearances. Media division includes planning and producing of TV programs, theatrical performances and commercial films. Music division includes planning and producing of music. Performance division includes planning, production and operation of musical performances. Retail division sells accessories and sundries. Other includes operation of various schools and talent fan clubs. Appearance acctd for 33% of fis 2006 revs; media, 23%; retail, 19%; performance, 15%; music, 8% and other, 2%