Tranche Update on PLANT Co.,Ltd.'s Equity Buyback Plan announced on October 24, 2022.

PLANT Co., Ltd. is a company mainly involved in the operation of discount stores. The Company operates three types of stores under the names JOYFUL STORE, HOME CENTER and SUPER CENTER. The JOYFUL STORE is located in the urban areas, and primarily provides small-sized and small-sum groceries and other daily consumable goods. The HOME CENTER is found in the suburbs, and principally supplies Do-It-Yourself (DIY) items, garden supplies, food products excluding fresh food, as well as clothing. The SUPER CENTER is located in the rural areas, and mainly provides daily living-related products including fresh food and others.