CEO Message

Shaping the Future Through Bold Evolution

Empowering society through technology

LY Corporation has long provided services that are closely aligned with people’s lives and the social issues they face. From communication and information to payments, our efforts to enhance everyday convenience also reflect our ongoing mission to transform technology into a force for social good.
Today, we are entering a major turning point. Technological advances, including AI, are prompting fundamental shifts not only in industry structures and business models, but also in the very systems and assumptions that shape society and daily life. In times of such social transformation, we cannot rely on past approaches to envision the future. At LY Corporation, we are committed to embracing these changes, continuously evolving ourselves, and delivering new value to society.

Toward greater value creation

Since the integration of LINE and Yahoo Japan in 2023, we have been working toward generating greater synergy. Under a management strategy centered on AI, we have begun taking on new challenges that combine technology and services. To build a suite of services that are overwhelmingly chosen by users, we must pursue growth not only in our businesses but also as an organization. By advancing both in tandem, we aim to realize the true potential of our integration.

The true value of a company is revealed in times of crisis

In the aftermath of the 2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake, our employees took proactive steps to provide multi-layered support through services such as LINE, Yahoo! JAPAN News, and the Yahoo Japan Foundation. We believe that what defines a truly needed company is its ability to respond quickly in times of emergency. This moment also marked a turning point when the distinct DNAs of LINE and Yahoo Japan came together to form a shared value: contributing to society. We will continue to take action to help build a better future.

Continuously evolving toward a better future

As AI continues to evolve, the values and assumptions of society are undergoing major changes. Even in such times, we must remain grounded in our core principles while adapting flexibly to the shifting landscape. Making decisions quickly, learning from failure, and integrating those lessons—this is the kind of organization LY Corporation aims to be. We believe that organizations capable of constant change will not merely keep up with transformation but lead it.

At LY Corporation, we view sustainability as a question of how to build a society we can be proud to pass on to future generations. We aim to harness the power of technology to improve people’s lives while addressing intricately linked challenges such as the environment, the economy, human rights, and disaster preparedness.

To uphold our role as a trusted organization, we are committed to continuing to create new value, embracing change with resolve, and shaping the future as we move forward together with society.

Takeshi Idezawa
President and Representative Director, CEO (Chief Executive Officer)
LY Corporation