TV Asahi Holdings

Basic Information

Stock Code
9409
Industry
Information and Communications
Category Detail
Mass Media
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
November 1957
Listing Year
October 2000
Official Website
https://www.tv-asahihd.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

TV Asahi Holdings is a major broadcasting holding company in the information and communications industry founded in 1957, developing multifaceted media businesses centered on terrestrial, BS, CS broadcasting, and digital distribution.

Current Situation

In the fiscal year ended March 2023, it recorded consolidated sales of approximately 308 billion yen and operating profit of approximately 12.3 billion yen, maintaining a solid financial base. With TV Asahi as its core, it has established market share through diverse broadcasting and distribution services, and is actively investing in emerging digital services such as AbemaTV and TELASA. Through expansion of group companies and new business development via joint ventures, it promotes the integration of broadcasting and digital. Aiming for a sustainable society, it focuses on business operations considerate of local communities and the environment. In the medium term, it plans to secure new revenue sources through the development of complex entertainment facilities and entry into AR and VTuber fields.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Long-established broadcaster originating from Nippon Educational Television founded in 1957.
  • Consistently an Asahi Shimbun affiliate since the All-Nippon News Network era.
  • Pioneering initiative in co-founding AbemaTV.
  • Headquarters located in Roppongi Hills in central Tokyo.
  • Complex relationship with Toei as top shareholder yet equity-method affiliate.
  • Multiple satellite and cable TV subsidiaries fully consolidated.
  • Mass media hub operating diverse channels through group expansion.
  • Scheduled to open large-scale complex facility 'Tokyo Dream Park' in Ariake in 2026.
  • Active investments in new media fields like e-books and AR.
  • Hosts unique broadcasting-related awards such as announcer awards.
  • Holds numerous region-specific and nationwide events.
  • Succeeds in monetization beyond broadcasting with diverse distribution methods.
  • Multiple group subsidiaries in video production, art, and technical services.
  • Recent focus on collaborations with digital content and IT companies.
  • Achieved efficient group management after transitioning to holding company structure.

Hidden Connections

  • Mutual equity-method affiliate relationship with Toei, a rare arrangement in the industry.
  • Capital ties with Asahi Shimbun significantly contribute to group stability.
  • AbemaTV leads internet TV in collaboration with CyberAgent.
  • Facility developments in Roppongi Hills and Ariake reflect strong ties with Mori Building.
  • Diverse subsidiaries consolidated, diversifying beyond broadcasting into related industries.
  • Digital transformation leader actively investing in VTubers, AR, e-books, and new fields.
  • Secures local information dissemination base with numerous regional affiliate stations.
  • Long-running program 'Tetsuko's Room' boasts top-tier popularity and recognition in Japanese TV history.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Establishing new revenue sources through expansion of digital distribution services.
  • Content diversification and multi-channel deployment utilizing key IPs.
  • Creating real experiential value through complex entertainment facilities.
  • Revolutionary content production and distribution via AI and AR technologies.
  • Strengthening viewer base by integrating regional closeness and nationwide network.
  • Responding to diversifying ad market and providing high-value-added products.
  • Synergy expansion and cost efficiency through group collaboration.
  • Business expansion via alliances and investments with emerging digital companies.
  • Entry into overseas content markets and global deployment.
  • Management stance fulfilling social responsibility with sustainability in mind.

Strategic Goals

  • Revolutionizing viewing experience through fusion of digital and broadcasting.
  • Securing over 50% of revenue from digital-related businesses.
  • Strengthening revenue base through operation of large complex facilities.
  • Aggressive utilization and licensing expansion of IP assets domestically and internationally.
  • Thorough business operations considerate of sustainability.
  • Promoting innovation through strengthened collaboration within and outside the group.
  • Enhancing organizational flexibility and competitiveness via diverse talent utilization.
  • Creating new services and markets utilizing cutting-edge technologies.
  • Improving brand value through coexistence with local communities.
  • Stabilizing ad revenue and deepening customer relationships.

Business Segments

Broadcasting Business

Overview
Provides advertising products via terrestrial and satellite broadcasting in collaboration with sponsors.
Competitiveness
High brand recognition and ratings
Customers
  • Advertisers
  • Program Sponsors
  • Advertising Agencies
Products
  • Ad Slot Sales
  • Program Production Commissions
  • Sponsored Program Planning

Digital Distribution Business

Overview
Operates AbemaTV and TELASA with diverse revenue models.
Competitiveness
Cutting-edge digital media technology
Customers
  • Individual Users
  • Advertisers
  • Content Providers
Products
  • Video Distribution Services
  • Ad Delivery
  • Subscriptions

Content Production and Sales

Overview
Produces and provides unique content, contributing to revenue diversification.
Competitiveness
Extensive program production expertise and rights holdings
Customers
  • TV Stations
  • Distribution Platforms
  • Video Distribution Companies
Products
  • Program Content
  • Music Copyrights
  • Video Software

Related Merchandise and Goods Sales

Overview
Planning and sales of IP-utilizing products contribute to fan base expansion.
Competitiveness
Diverse licensing of major IPs
Customers
  • Event Operators
  • E-commerce Operators
  • Retailers
Products
  • Figures
  • Goods
  • Books

Real Estate and Facility Operations

Overview
Manages facilities such as Roppongi Hills and Tokyo Dream Park.
Competitiveness
Operation of large-scale commercial facilities in prime locations
Customers
  • Tenant Companies
  • Visitors
Products
  • Complex Facility Operations
  • Office Leasing

Event Production and Operations

Overview
Aims to develop new markets through diverse event planning and operations.
Competitiveness
Mobilization power from TV Asahi brand
Customers
  • Corporations
  • Local Governments
  • General Consumers
Products
  • Music Events
  • Sports Events
  • Cultural Events

Technical and Facility Services

Overview
Meets industry needs with the latest broadcasting technology and production support.
Competitiveness
Proven technical expertise and reliability
Customers
  • Broadcasters
  • Production Companies
Products
  • Broadcasting Technical Services
  • Video Production Support

Education and Training Services

Overview
Promotes training business to enhance employee skills.
Competitiveness
Rich content and human resources
Customers
  • Employee Training Institutions
  • Corporations
Products
  • Training Programs
  • Workshops

Licensing and Trademark Rights

Overview
Generates revenue through licensing of owned IPs.
Competitiveness
Holdings of diverse prominent IPs
Customers
  • Other Companies
  • Product Development Companies
Products
  • IP Licensing
  • Trademark Usage Permissions

Digital Technology Development

Overview
Focuses on developing future broadcasting and distribution technologies.
Competitiveness
Advanced technology investments and collaboration framework
Customers
  • Group Companies
  • External Clients
Products
  • AR/VR Technology
  • Metaverse Services

Marketing and Advertising Strategy

Overview
Supports effective advertising deployment and brand strategies.
Competitiveness
Extensive network of TV Asahi Group
Customers
  • Advertisers
  • Sales Agencies
Products
  • Marketing Consulting
  • Ad Planning and Production

Logistics and Product Shipping Services

Overview
Enhances customer satisfaction with efficient logistics.
Competitiveness
Logistics experience linking broadcasting and mail order
Customers
  • Mail Order Operators
  • Retailers
Products
  • Inventory Management
  • Delivery Services

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Strong media brand and recognition
  • Deployment of diverse distribution channels
  • High in-house content production capabilities
  • Stable financial base and profitability
  • Active investment in digital distribution business
  • Extensive network and project collaborations
  • Rich IP assets and licensing deployment
  • Proactive stance on introducing advanced technologies
  • Active participation in regional and social contributions
  • Risk diversification through diverse revenue sources

Competitive Advantages

  • Established long-term industry position as a key Tokyo station with superior viewing environment
  • New market creation through success of digital platforms like AbemaTV and TELASA
  • Vertically integrated content production and sales system among group companies
  • Stable support from strong capital ties with Asahi Shimbun
  • Revenue diversification through operation of complex commercial facilities like Roppongi Hills
  • Rapid response to market changes via proactive investments in new technologies and services
  • Broad customer touchpoints through multifaceted sales and distribution channels
  • Wide project deployment possible through capital alliances within and outside the group
  • Enhanced brand loyalty through region-specific events and cultural support
  • Organizational strategy formulation and execution via units like the network strategy office

Threats

  • Intensifying competition and price wars in digital distribution market
  • Risk of declining ratings due to younger generations moving away from TV
  • Decrease in advertising revenue due to Japan's shrinking population
  • Impact of changes in Broadcasting Law or strengthened content regulations
  • Declining market share due to rise of overseas platforms
  • Suppressed ad spending by advertisers amid global economic uncertainty
  • Increased equipment investment burden from technological innovations
  • Risk of delayed response to diversifying consumer needs
  • Decline in trust due to cyber attacks or data leaks
  • Event cancellations due to social risks like new infectious diseases

Innovations

2020: Investment in Virtual Platforms

Overview
Invested in Cluster Inc. to promote virtual event business.
Impact
Acquiring new customer segments and creating added value

2020: Launch of Video Distribution Service 'TELASA'

Overview
Jointly invested with KDDI to launch OTT video distribution service.
Impact
Contributes to establishing digital revenue base

2023: Investment in AR Business and Collaboration with Psychic VR Lab

Overview
Participating in building a real metaverse platform.
Impact
New market development through utilization of advanced technologies

2023: Capital Alliance with Electronic Book Service BookLive

Overview
Aims to expand electronic book distribution as a new business.
Impact
Content diversification and strengthened IP utilization

2023: Investment in VTuber Business Brave group

Overview
Entering new digital entertainment field.
Impact
Capturing next-generation fan base

2024: Complex Entertainment Facility 'Tokyo Dream Park' Scheduled to Open

Overview
Constructing large-scale entertainment facility in Ariake, Koto Ward.
Impact
Creating real experiential value and revenue diversification

2024: Capital Alliance with Figure and Model Business

Overview
Additional acquisition of Kaiyodo shares to strengthen toy IPs.
Impact
Expansion of character content business

2022: Investment in SOZOW Co., Ltd. Related to Education Business

Overview
Aims to expand digital education business.
Impact
New customer segment development and social contribution

2021: Investment in Video Distribution Service SHOWROOM

Overview
Strengthening internet live streaming market.
Impact
Gaining support from younger demographics with live streaming content

2020: Investment in Healthcare Service FiNC Technologies

Overview
Promoting business shift into healthcare field.
Impact
New market formation through cross-industry collaboration

Sustainability

  • Collaborative events and cultural support with local communities
  • Facility operation efficiency for reducing environmental impact
  • Promoting diverse talent utilization and work-style reforms
  • Strengthening social responsibility and ethical compliance in broadcast content
  • Adoption and promotion of sustainable digital distribution technologies
  • Strengthening community ties through viewer participation programs
  • Energy-saving broadcasting technology and waste reduction measures
  • Promoting documentary production to address social issues
  • Regional reconstruction support and enhanced information provision during disasters
  • Program scheduling reflecting multicultural coexistence perspectives
  • Efforts to improve content accessibility
  • Correcting long working hours and supporting work-life balance